EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 59 MIN
Making the Transition from Custom Work to Production | Beyond the Workbench #8
from Beyond the Workbench · host Magnus Opus
When should a maker shift from custom work to production? And what does that transition really look like? Odin and Magnus have a casual catch-up conversation about the tough choices that come with growing a craft business.In this episode, we dive into preparing for Q4, handling bulk orders, and deciding when to say no to custom work. We break down the differences between wholesale, bulk, and white-label manufacturing, and explore why understanding your "why" matters most when scaling.Topics discussed:• Preparing for Q4 and handling bulk orders• Deciding when to say no to custom work• Differences between wholesale, bulk, and white-label manufacturing• Understanding your "why" when growing your business• Leadership and mentorship in small businesses• Story of a seven-year-old entrepreneur hustling dog collars for charity--------------------------------------------LISTEN TO THE PODCAST:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1boT5ABgRjIDEGyi7bEbjdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-workbench/id1816987809YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheworkbenchpodcastAll Platforms: https://www.beyondtheworkbench.com/FOLLOW BEYOND THE WORKBENCH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondtheworkbenchTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondtheworkbenchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Beyond-the-Workbench-61576775047322/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheworkbenchpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondtheworkbenchHOSTS:Odin Clack - https://www.instagram.com/odinleatherMichael Magnus - https://www.instagram.com/magnusopusBeyond the Workbench casually dives into the world of leathercraft, entrepreneurship, and modern maker life. Hosted by Odin Clack (full-time leatherworker and retail owner) and Michael Magnus (leather marketing expert and founder of www.learnleathercraft.com), we explore everything from personal project updates to marketing strategies, retail challenges, and the business side of making.New episodes are released on the first and third Thursdays of every month.Enjoying the podcast? Please share it with someone who you think would find value in the conversations. If these conversations have helped your business and you're interested in supporting the show, visit our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/beyondtheworkbenchEdited and produced by Instrumental Media: https://instrumental.media/#BeyondTheWorkbench #Podcast #Leathercraft #LeatherWorking #Entrepreneurship #MakerCommunity #SmallBusiness #MakerBusiness #BusinessStrategy
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When should a maker shift from custom work to production? And what does that transition really look like? Odin and Magnus have a casual catch-up conversation about the tough choices that come with growing a craft business.In this episode, we dive into preparing for Q4, handling bulk orders, and deciding when to say no to custom work. We break down the differences between wholesale, bulk, and white-label manufacturing, and explore why understanding your "why" matters most when scaling.Topics discussed:• Preparing for Q4 and handling bulk orders• Deciding when to say no to custom work• Differences between wholesale, bulk, and white-label manufacturing• Understanding your "why" when growing your business• Leadership and mentorship in small businesses• Story of a seven-year-old entrepreneur hustling dog collars for charity--------------------------------------------LISTEN TO THE PODCAST:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1boT5ABgRjIDEGyi7bEbjdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-workbench/id1816987809YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheworkbenchpodcastAll Platforms: https://www.beyondtheworkbench.com/FOLLOW BEYOND THE WORKBENCH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondtheworkbenchTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondtheworkbenchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Beyond-the-Workbench-61576775047322/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheworkbenchpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondtheworkbenchHOSTS:Odin Clack - https://www.instagram.com/odinleatherMichael Magnus - https://www.instagram.com/magnusopusBeyond the Workbench casually dives into the world of leathercraft, entrepreneurship, and modern maker life. Hosted by Odin Clack (full-time leatherworker and retail owner) and Michael Magnus (leather marketing expert and founder of www.learnleathercraft.com), we explore everything from personal project updates to marketing strategies, retail challenges, and the business side of making.New episodes are released on the first and third Thursdays of every month.Enjoying the podcast? Please share it with someone who you think would find value in the conversations. If these conversations have helped your business and you're interested in supporting the show, visit our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/beyondtheworkbenchEdited and produced by Instrumental Media: https://instrumental.media/#BeyondTheWorkbench #Podcast #Leathercraft #LeatherWorking #Entrepreneurship #MakerCommunity #SmallBusiness #MakerBusiness #BusinessStrategy
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