SO GLAD YOU MADE THIS!!! I left my job in July to s full time. It’s A LOT of hard work but I love it! All my products [ body oils, candles, scrubs, wax melts] are hand poured. I have to run EVERY aspect of it but I can see myself doing this as an old lady. The market isn’t too saturated if you love it!
Abso-f*-lutley!!! I have found the same scents as other candle places, could use the same jar, and formula and still my candles will be different than others because no one Can be me and no one Can bring what I can to the world.
@@MyNameIsAshleyyy this is true. But I don't limit myself to the amount of money I can make. I feel if you do so, that is all you will ever make. I don't think making millions of dollars is greed, especially if it goes back into the community and charities. This is a part of helping others out, and sorry but without a substantial a cash flow, you can't help others as much as you would like. It is a balance. Initially, the video was about possible over saturation in the market. But it all comes down to belief systems. What you believe, you will create.
I actually expanded my business by also making soaps and other bath products, It has been a journey that's for sure. People like you have helped more than you will ever know, and i am forever grateful for the guidance and help that I have received.
I think we might see it that way because when we start gaining interest in something we make the mistake of joining every group related to that, we start following every candle maker on UA-cam plus all the online researching we do - and OMG, let's not forget the algorithm - At some point it will naturally feel like everyone in the world is doing the same thing you are. One thing I decided to do was to make separate accounts on Facebook. I have one for family and friends and the other for anything and everything candle, soap and business related plus I reduced the amount of candle groups I was in.
Omg so true. You get overwhelmed with the damn algorithm and think everyone is doin it. Thats how I got into the hair business. I got everything and then boom 💥 I stopped. I got it registered and everything llc and so on . Once I stopped seeing the video recommendations I lost the hunger for doin it. As well as my boutique.
This is so true. I thought me starting my candle business would take me a couple months to start. I had no idea how much goes into. It’s so overwhelming. I’m hoping I’ll be ready to launch in a year. Your videos are very helpful though! Thank you!!
I love how you do your videos, very informative, very professional, and you can tell that you genuinely love your candle business, which separates you from the rest. Keep it going!
Thanks for the motivation doll. I wanted to start a candle business last year and got depressed wondering how will I stand out or is it worth it but it’s to totally up to me and my faith in God right now if I want to get back into doing this. Thanks for the insight beautiful sister. Happy fall y’all 🙏🏽🍂🤎🧡🍂🤎🥰
So true, before I started candle making I had never heard of anyone making candles and starting a business. Never saw it on my timeline. But obviously once I joined all this candle making groups you think oh gosh there’s so many making candles. Well yes it’s a candle group lol. So I had to focus on my targeted customers and not focus on who is out there selling also. If it makes sense
Thank U so very very much for this Video..I really needed to hear this..I Launched on August 31st, and Wowwwww it's been very hard and Disheartening to get Traffic, but No Sales😒, I wondered should I just Stop or keep going..I'm Choosing to keep going after watching this...I've been really trying to put my brand out there doing Reels, Posting, etc... but I will try the Tic Toc as well🙏🏽...again thank You for this.
I just want to say - you have been SUCH a huge help in me starting my candle company. Whenever I have a question the first thing I do is head to your channel to see if you've made a video on it (and I always find my answer!) ✨ From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being here and being so informative - we appreciate you SO so so much. Loved this video a lot, and excited to see where you continue to take your brand. From one candlemaker to another 💕
For someone like me. Who is learning not to run from things that are hard. You and your videos have really helped boost my drive!! Thank you! Keep being amazing!!
I just asked myself this question a few days ago pertaining to a skincare/bath&body dream of mine that I'm pursuing now. I see so many people, so many tutorials, and small businesses. But I think what you do in your business sets you apart from anyone else.
I absolutely loved this video ! My business is slowly building , and it’s like my baby❣️ Seeing the passion & excitement on your face when you describe the experience, really helps people like me , super cautious going back & forth with questions running through my head , and then I think about how much I truly love what I do and it makes it all so much more worthwhile and you really do overcome all of the obstacles (that seem huge at that particular moment) I realized taking it slow really pays off and takes away the fear and the overwhelming feeling of I can’t do this , I’ll keep making my products and keep working on making them better as well as branching out and not fearing change ( wicks , wax , jars ) I love what I do and learning more & more as I go, thank you for all you do & all you share , it’s truly appreciated 🥰
There are some people like myself are scent sensitive, I have yet to come across any products like candles and soaps that make me nauseous. People today use so many scented products, that it is too much for people like myself. I can tolerate a natural lemon and natural coconut, but most products mix more than one scent together and it literally makes me sick.
You are absolutely right. It's easy to get to focused and you forget how big the market really is and remember with the internet you are open to the world.
FIRST, I just want to say that I’ve been seriously considering starting my own candle business for almost a year now.. and because of your videos I’ve FINALLY started ordering things to start testing and trying my hand at candle making! SO THANK YOU. Question! As a small business owner, do you have to worry about returns/exchanges often? I work in retail management, and every time I take a return I think about how much that would that effect me if it were coming out of my own pocket.
Its been more than an year for me i am taking it slow and still havent been able to get a customer base yet but it doesnt let me down i keep going because i just love doing it.
I was in paparazzi and people were buying jewelry like crazy until it went down hill with the MLM company. I LOVE candles and essential oils, literally every time my hubs goes to the store he brings back a candle and making candles has been something I have always wanted to try! I came across your videos and you are so encouraging! I love the fact that If this turned into a business it would be MINE and nobody else’s and no rules besides my won 😆😆
Oh gosh…. I’m not a fan of MLMs at all lol 😅 so glad to hear you’re not in it anymore! Starting your own business where you have full and completely control of everything is such an incredible experience! I hope you have fun getting started with candle making, and if it’s something you end up wanting to do as a business then I wish you the best of luck in that journey! ❤️
You are absolutely right Erica, about having your focus and creating a unique brand that stands out. My question is, how do you manage when certain people in this industry cut corners and can plainly 'copy' your hard work and market their products based on your ideas? Sometimes it gets frustrating when I see that happen, and I don't know how to react to it. Should I address it, or leave them copy? (and I don't mean taking inspiration and making it something different, I mean completely copy your work and post it as their own) ...
This is something that is hard about business and the internet. Everyone is free to see your ideas and the look of your product and copy it. And I don't know what we can do about it if we haven't trademarked the look of our design. I'm sure you could speak with a lawyer to see what your options are in this regard. I have had MANY people copy my designs. And honestly i'm still just focused on me and my business. I like to look at it like they're just producing a cheap knock-off version of my product lol. At the end of the day you will always be creating and they will always be copying, so you will always be one step ahead. I discussed this topic in this video actually: ua-cam.com/video/AwUkxbkMyRg/v-deo.html
This is one of the downsides of creating these videos. Even in the questions people want all the answers handed to them.. what wax, what fragrance, what temperature, what size label .. where do you go for this and that. I feel it can be a disservice sometimes to provide so much information. They need to do their own thing … that’s all part of the process of owning your business.
HI , I'm new in your channel I love candles and I was trying to open up my own business but I wasn't sure but after I watch all your videos you motived it me to try I see what happen.
Erica;, I really appreciate you and the kind of content you bring to us . I first love your the kind of heart you have and also your transparency. Because of you. I just made my first candle and I couldn’t have done that if you were not here . I will like to meet you one day and give you a huge hag. You are generous and kind. I pray that God will continue to elevate you and your business. Sending you prayers and many blessings. Love from Regina. 💕❤️🤍🥰😇
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo you can’t imagine Erica. You were my God sent and I am always praying for God to elevate you and your business and put you in your high places ( psalms 18:33) because you have a heart of gold.🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Thanks for the encouragement. I do keep thinking about the candle-making interest vs me launching my actual business (just last week!) I'm striving to dog-paddle for the long haul and see what happens.
Hello I love your videos would you ever like do like courses or mentor people I follow your videos but I’m just not doing something right with my fragrance load and I would love to pick your brain about candles
Such good content, very interesting concepts on how to over come the thought of being buried by newcomers. Each business is unique in its own way, its all about how you market yourself. 😁👍
hey beautiful i wanted to ask if u can melt a glass jar candle in the MW. i found mine after i packed it away and somehow it looks like it metted like in a way ur poring it out (im trying to relevel it out
People who claim it's saturated, should bring me proofs of statistic. I think some people who claim it's saturated just don't want others being in business. I have seen many who discourage others from this.
It takes 3-5 years on average to get a business started. That’s 24/7/365 of running your business. Even with help, you are still thinking, planning,and trying to run the business. If you have small children, a family or friend commitments, this will be very difficult. Talk this commitment over with family, friends and loved ones BEFORE you start. Any business can succeed if you plan for success. There are no limits if you do not limit yourself.
ua-cam.com/video/zbGb8DJbvxQ/v-deo.html Check out this video I made on where/how to sell candles. I give ideas for introverts if you really don’t want to have to deal with the whole social media and selling direct to consumer. Wholesale might be the way to go for you two! ❤️
SO GLAD YOU MADE THIS!!! I left my job in July to s full time. It’s A LOT of hard work but I love it! All my products [ body oils, candles, scrubs, wax melts] are hand poured. I have to run EVERY aspect of it but I can see myself doing this as an old lady. The market isn’t too saturated if you love it!
There are 7 billion people in the world. There is enough room for all of us to have our business and survive off of it.
Abso-f*-lutley!!! I have found the same scents as other candle places, could use the same jar, and formula and still my candles will be different than others because no one Can be me and no one Can bring what I can to the world.
So true!
@@MyNameIsAshleyyy this is true. But I don't limit myself to the amount of money I can make. I feel if you do so, that is all you will ever make. I don't think making millions of dollars is greed, especially if it goes back into the community and charities. This is a part of helping others out, and sorry but without a substantial a cash flow, you can't help others as much as you would like. It is a balance. Initially, the video was about possible over saturation in the market. But it all comes down to belief systems. What you believe, you will create.
@Welcome's House I get that. But you don't have to have an attitude of wealthy=greed= Satan either. A balance. To each its own, I guess.
I actually expanded my business by also making soaps and other bath products, It has been a journey that's for sure. People like you have helped more than you will ever know, and i am forever grateful for the guidance and help that I have received.
I think we might see it that way because when we start gaining interest in something we make the mistake of joining every group related to that, we start following every candle maker on UA-cam plus all the online researching we do - and OMG, let's not forget the algorithm - At some point it will naturally feel like everyone in the world is doing the same thing you are. One thing I decided to do was to make separate accounts on Facebook. I have one for family and friends and the other for anything and everything candle, soap and business related plus I reduced the amount of candle groups I was in.
what are some facebook groups to follow
@@mariahasmr9184 maybe don’t worry about following …
@@Soapgirl64 ??
Very helpful and insightful. I recently started following other candles biz and started to feel like, hey is this even worth doing..
Omg so true. You get overwhelmed with the damn algorithm and think everyone is doin it. Thats how I got into the hair business. I got everything and then boom 💥 I stopped. I got it registered and everything llc and so on . Once I stopped seeing the video recommendations I lost the hunger for doin it. As well as my boutique.
This is so true. I thought me starting my candle business would take me a couple months to start. I had no idea how much goes into. It’s so overwhelming. I’m hoping I’ll be ready to launch in a year. Your videos are very helpful though! Thank you!!
Oh yes there's soooooo much that goes into it! I think a year is a great timeline, but definitely only launch when you feel completely ready!
I love how you do your videos, very informative, very professional, and you can tell that you genuinely love your candle business, which separates you from the rest. Keep it going!
Aw wow, thank you so much! ☺️
Thanks for the motivation doll. I wanted to start a candle business last year and got depressed wondering how will I stand out or is it worth it but it’s to totally up to me and my faith in God right now if I want to get back into doing this. Thanks for the insight beautiful sister. Happy fall y’all 🙏🏽🍂🤎🧡🍂🤎🥰
So true, before I started candle making I had never heard of anyone making candles and starting a business. Never saw it on my timeline. But obviously once I joined all this candle making groups you think oh gosh there’s so many making candles. Well yes it’s a candle group lol. So I had to focus on my targeted customers and not focus on who is out there selling also. If it makes sense
Thank U so very very much for this Video..I really needed to hear this..I Launched on August 31st, and Wowwwww it's been very hard and Disheartening to get Traffic, but No Sales😒, I wondered should I just Stop or keep going..I'm Choosing to keep going after watching this...I've been really trying to put my brand out there doing Reels, Posting, etc... but I will try the Tic Toc as well🙏🏽...again thank You for this.
I just want to say - you have been SUCH a huge help in me starting my candle company. Whenever I have a question the first thing I do is head to your channel to see if you've made a video on it (and I always find my answer!) ✨ From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being here and being so informative - we appreciate you SO so so much. Loved this video a lot, and excited to see where you continue to take your brand. From one candlemaker to another 💕
aww thank you so much!!! so glad my channel has been valuable to you! ☺️
For someone like me. Who is learning not to run from things that are hard. You and your videos have really helped boost my drive!! Thank you! Keep being amazing!!
I’m so glad!! It’s always been so hard for me to not run from things that are hard!
I just asked myself this question a few days ago pertaining to a skincare/bath&body dream of mine that I'm pursuing now. I see so many people, so many tutorials, and small businesses. But I think what you do in your business sets you apart from anyone else.
Great topic and great thoughts! Perfectly said! 😁
Thanks Jeff! ☺️
Literally free education! Love your videos, so helpful and encouraging. Thank you!!
I absolutely loved this video ! My business is slowly building , and it’s like my baby❣️ Seeing the passion & excitement on your face when you describe the experience, really helps people like me , super cautious going back & forth with questions running through my head , and then I think about how much I truly love what I do and it makes it all so much more worthwhile and you really do overcome all of the obstacles (that seem huge at that particular moment) I realized taking it slow really pays off and takes away the fear and the overwhelming feeling of I can’t do this , I’ll keep making my products and keep working on making them better as well as branching out and not fearing change ( wicks , wax , jars ) I love what I do and learning more & more as I go, thank you for all you do & all you share , it’s truly appreciated 🥰
There are some people like myself are scent sensitive, I have yet to come across any products like candles and soaps that make me nauseous. People today use so many scented products, that it is too much for people like myself. I can tolerate a natural lemon and natural coconut, but most products mix more than one scent together and it literally makes me sick.
You are absolutely right. It's easy to get to focused and you forget how big the market really is and remember with the internet you are open to the world.
A business person tries a market.
A good business person learns from their failures.
A great business person expands and stands by their success.
FIRST, I just want to say that I’ve been seriously considering starting my own candle business for almost a year now.. and because of your videos I’ve FINALLY started ordering things to start testing and trying my hand at candle making! SO THANK YOU.
Question! As a small business owner, do you have to worry about returns/exchanges often? I work in retail management, and every time I take a return I think about how much that would that effect me if it were coming out of my own pocket.
Its been more than an year for me i am taking it slow and still havent been able to get a customer base yet but it doesnt let me down i keep going because i just love doing it.
First comment? I think there’s a reason I clicked this video so fast. Thanks For the video :)
You are! Thank you for watching ☺️
I was in paparazzi and people were buying jewelry like crazy until it went down hill with the MLM company. I LOVE candles and essential oils, literally every time my hubs goes to the store he brings back a candle and making candles has been something I have always wanted to try! I came across your videos and you are so encouraging! I love the fact that If this turned into a business it would be MINE and nobody else’s and no rules besides my won 😆😆
Oh gosh…. I’m not a fan of MLMs at all lol 😅 so glad to hear you’re not in it anymore! Starting your own business where you have full and completely control of everything is such an incredible experience! I hope you have fun getting started with candle making, and if it’s something you end up wanting to do as a business then I wish you the best of luck in that journey! ❤️
You are absolutely right Erica, about having your focus and creating a unique brand that stands out. My question is, how do you manage when certain people in this industry cut corners and can plainly 'copy' your hard work and market their products based on your ideas? Sometimes it gets frustrating when I see that happen, and I don't know how to react to it. Should I address it, or leave them copy? (and I don't mean taking inspiration and making it something different, I mean completely copy your work and post it as their own) ...
This is something that is hard about business and the internet. Everyone is free to see your ideas and the look of your product and copy it. And I don't know what we can do about it if we haven't trademarked the look of our design. I'm sure you could speak with a lawyer to see what your options are in this regard. I have had MANY people copy my designs. And honestly i'm still just focused on me and my business. I like to look at it like they're just producing a cheap knock-off version of my product lol. At the end of the day you will always be creating and they will always be copying, so you will always be one step ahead.
I discussed this topic in this video actually: ua-cam.com/video/AwUkxbkMyRg/v-deo.html
This is one of the downsides of creating these videos. Even in the questions people want all the answers handed to them.. what wax, what fragrance, what temperature, what size label .. where do you go for this and that. I feel it can be a disservice sometimes to provide so much information. They need to do their own thing … that’s all part of the process of owning your business.
Exactly! Figure out your niche and go for it! Well said!!
This was the reassurance I needed.. I was starting to doubt bc there's so many others out there. Bump that I'm doin it!
Thank you for this !! I’m launching my website next month and I keep doubting myself. This really helped me thank you so much !! ❤️
I was literally just thinking about this with my candle business! This is a great topic and well said.
This encouragement for those who want it. Thank You 🙏 I plan to incorporate my business .
Hi Erika! I am beyond thankful for you and your channel! You have helped me so much and saved me so much time! Love from AZ! ❤️
Hi Victoria! I’m so thankful for you and your support! So glad my channel has been helpful for you 🤍
Great advice, thank you! 🙏❤️
HI , I'm new in your channel I love candles and I was trying to open up my own business but I wasn't sure but after I watch all your videos you motived it me to try I see what happen.
First off up into :51 be creative that's out you stand out. ok let's finish the rest.. let's keep playing.
It doesn't matter how saturated the market is if you are better at promoting your business than everyone else. =P
Thank you so much for making this video, I desperately wanted to hear this information.
Thank you! I needed to hear this!
I have heard of people quit, not because they didn't make enough money, but because they were overwhelmed with sales!!
Erica;, I really appreciate you and the kind of content you bring to us . I first love your the kind of heart you have and also your transparency. Because of you. I just made my first candle and I couldn’t have done that if you were not here . I will like to meet you one day and give you a huge hag. You are generous and kind. I pray that God will continue to elevate you and your business. Sending you prayers and many blessings. Love from Regina. 💕❤️🤍🥰😇
Awww thank you so much!! So glad my videos have helped you! ☺️
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo you can’t imagine Erica. You were my God sent and I am always praying for God to elevate you and your business and put you in your high places ( psalms 18:33) because you have a heart of gold.🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Thank you, Erica darling. Really enjoying your videos. Love and greetings from Pretoria, South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤ 🌻
Thanks for the encouragement. I do keep thinking about the candle-making interest vs me launching my actual business (just last week!) I'm striving to dog-paddle for the long haul and see what happens.
I’m glad you touched on this topic. Love your videos, they are very informative.
Thank you for the pep talk Erica!
Thank you so much for this video!!! You are truly very inspirational!!!!!
Thank you so much! I just discovered your channel and you give wonderful info! 🙌🏾
Hello I love your videos would you ever like do like courses or mentor people I follow your videos but I’m just not doing something right with my fragrance load and I would love to pick your brain about candles
You are so wonderful.
Thank you for all your videos
Thank you! ☺️
Thank you for the wonderful reminder 💛
Thank you. This was what I needed to hear.
Mam please do a video where you bought your supplies
Such good content, very interesting concepts on how to over come the thought of being buried by newcomers. Each business is unique in its own way, its all about how you market yourself. 😁👍
thanks mom ☺️❤️
Love the video, am very interested in making a candle business. What’s a good price to sell them at?
Can you do a video for your hot water boiler in the background
Thank you for this video, it was great.
hey beautiful i wanted to ask if u can melt a glass jar candle in the MW. i found mine after i packed it away and somehow it looks like it metted like in a way ur poring it out (im trying to relevel it out
Where are those white shelves from?!
Oh man please do a home tour video and your kitchen tour video
Omg thank you so much for this video ❤️
Thank you so much for watching! ❤️
Thank you so much for this video! ❤️
Thank you for watching!
Thank you so much..this was so helpful
I'm so glad!
People who claim it's saturated, should bring me proofs of statistic. I think some people who claim it's saturated just don't want others being in business. I have seen many who discourage others from this.
Enjoyed watching your content!
thank you! ❤️
Thank you :)
Thank you for watching!
Abso-f*-lutely!
Had to look twice because from a quick scan, it looked like in your thumbnail you were giving us the middle finger! Hee hee
Hahah whoops 😆
Hi Erica have you considered mentoring? I’d love to be mentoring from you on successful advertising . I really admire you
Hi! This is not something I’m considering at this point in my life because I wouldn’t feel comfortable, but I’m honored you would even ask! 🤍
It takes 3-5 years on average to get a business started. That’s 24/7/365 of running your business. Even with help, you are still thinking, planning,and trying to run the business. If you have small children, a family or friend commitments, this will be very difficult. Talk this commitment over with family, friends and loved ones BEFORE you start. Any business can succeed if you plan for success. There are no limits if you do not limit yourself.
✨✨🖤✨✨🖤✨✨🖤🤗👍
My daughter and I need to research Candle Biz Marketing for Introverts. And we both loathe social media. *sigh* This is depressing. =/
ua-cam.com/video/zbGb8DJbvxQ/v-deo.html
Check out this video I made on where/how to sell candles. I give ideas for introverts if you really don’t want to have to deal with the whole social media and selling direct to consumer. Wholesale might be the way to go for you two! ❤️
You’re amazing..thank you Erica
HAPPIER BLAZE CANDLE CO
Very good advice! Thanks