Building a Business and Raising a Family w/ Abby Shinners of The Sawdust Mama

Thinking about starting a business but worried about how it'll fit with family life? In this episode, join me as I sit down with Abby Shinners, the creative genius behind Sawdust Mama, where every piece of home decor and baby item carries a personal touch.Abby's journey from the medical field to business owner is nothing short of inspiring, and she's here to tell us how she created her brand from the ground up. She gets real about the big risks she took, the learning curves with new tech, the excitement of her first Etsy sale, and the choices that made her business stand out all while raising a family.So If you're curious about leaving the 9-to-5 grind behind and crafting a life you're passionate about, or if you're a mom trying to figure out how to fit business into your family life, this episode's got you covered!In this episode, we cover:What prompted Abby to shift from being an X-ray technician to starting Sawdust MamaHow taking risks can be super scary but why those bold moves can completely transform your business growthThe power of self-taught skills in entrepreneurshipWhy Etsy was a game-changer for Abby and might just be for you tooThe reason you need to trial and error products for your bizInsights into Abby's strategies for balancing the demands of business and motherhood Why taking intentional breaks is essential for sustaining both your business and your personal healthThe strength of community and its transformative impact on Abby's business (could your network be your untapped strength?)Understanding the seasonal highs and lows in the home decor business and product adaptability***The Details and Swirls Holiday Collection***Our ornament shop is now open with beautiful new additions perfect for your holiday decor! Plus, throughout November, we're dropping gift guides filled with fabulous new products for your loved ones. Don't wait and head over to the holiday shop now! Let's make this holiday season the best one yet!Related EpisodesEP. 129 Laser Cutting & Why I Chose To Introduce the Aeon Laser Into My BusinessEP. 145 AEON Laser Update & How It’s Changed My BusinessResourcesConnect with AbbyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesawdustmamaEtsy: https://rstyle.me/+pESv1h5kvhsbg1Fwhq4SlgPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/TheSawdustMamaDETAILED DIARY SHOW NOTESPatreon: Access exclusive content, start or supercharge your biz growth, and be part of an inspiring community of supportive entrepreneurs by becoming a Patreon member! Check out more details here. Follow @detaileddiarypodcast to stay up-to-date about everything related to the podcast!