Wheel Talk
Ryan Durbin (@rdceramics) & Becca Otis (@5linespottery) share their experiences as potters, makers, small business owners, and creatives. Becca is a full time studio potter, while Ryan is a full time website developer and part time potter. We'd love to share our ups and downs along the way as we build our skills as makers and small business owners in an honest, informal manner. We hope to bring you helpful tips we've learned over the years, learn from each other, and share expertise from a number of guests with you also. Please join us for some Wheel Talk!
Wheel Talk
#274 - Big city, small business with Sarah Hussaini from Not Work Related
Ryan and Becca chat with Sarah Hussaini of Not Work Related about the challenges of growing her ceramics business in NYC. Sarah shares her journey of hiring and trusting others to maintain quality, balancing high overhead costs, and prioritizing sustainable growth. She also discusses how she evaluates large opportunities, using her Instagram as a portfolio that’s led to exciting collaborations. For those aspiring to go full-time, Sarah offers practical advice on navigating expenses, making smart decisions with brand partnerships, and developing a social media presence. This episode is packed with insights for artists and entrepreneurs alike.
-----Find more about Sarah's business below-----
Instagram - @notworkrelated_
Website - https://www.shopnotworkrelated.com/
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