I've been going through this whole learning process since I bought my CNC last year. Had a great wake-up call when I agreed to a batch of custom ornaments without actually thinking through how to efficiently make them.
I've been on the fence about buying a CNC, but im not sure which brand and size to go with. After watching your video, I've been doing some research on the Axiom. What size CNC do you have in your shop? Thanks for the video. It really motivated me to want to push myself more.
Awesome to hear! I have a 2x4. If budget allows and space get the largest you can afford. It’s worth the investment if you’re doing this more than a hobby
Love the tips in this video Bao! I remember when I had a handcrafted leather products business and how I burned out from making the same products over and over again. Have you ever started to feel like your business should've stayed a hobby or that you should've turned your hobby into a business sooner?
Thanks Tim! That's a great questions! I'm the type that needs some sense of security and I have to make certain calculations work before I make a jump. This was similar to when I decided to go out on my own doing design-build. I made sure that I had a large enough runway so when I did make the leap, I didn't have much holding me back in terms of debt and trying to figure out where the next job would come from. Since I already established a solid ground in my finances and created a network of loyal customers, the leap was easy and the transition was smooth. So if I didn't have things in place where it gave me a sense that I could confidently make it work, then yes I would've kept it as a hobby. I hear you on the repetitive nature of making products to sell. Although I wouldn't call it burn out as though I'm tired of making the trays, but I think it's more of needing a mental break from the repetitive aspect of making. I think that's why I still love commission work and focus a lot of my time there as well as the content creation. These other creative avenues helps keep my mind engaged in the work.
Great video! Definitely re-watching it in the near future as we get our own CNC workshop biz going. I'd love to learn more about your branding tool you jimmied together on the drill press. Did you have to custom order the piece with her logo on it or did you have materials to make it in your shop?
Thank you! I used a drill press attaché ent from Gearheart Industries. I asked for the logo from the client and got it made for them from Gearheart as well.
Good information 👍 did you ever make a video on what you charge? I also have converted my garage to a wood shop and I've had a cnc for 8 months. Have you done a review for your cnc?
Very informative, thank you. it would be a great help to understand your methodology on pricing, so yes a separate video would be greatly welcomed; as would some sort of template on the information you provide to clients regarding limitations and issues beyond your control.
Great video Bao! First time I’ve watched one of your vids on UA-cam. I’ve been following along with this project on Insta for a while and had to see it come together. I really enjoy all the behind these scenes business talk. Would also like to here about how you come up with prices too! Keep killing it man!
Thank you so much! I'm glad to have you follow along! I'll for sure try to make that video. Any specific questions you have for me so I can make sure to answer them?
@@DesignCraftWorkshop Thanks for the reply Bao! I'm new to woodworking so I don't have a grasp on any of the financial aspects running your own woodworking business, so its purely out of interest. But maybe how you come up with the mark-up on your products, how much do you charge per hour, and how to come up with prices for your time and effort.
I thought about that for this product and it would be a good way to do it. but with the cnc it can be batched out while I work on another project on the table saw.
@@DesignCraftWorkshop being able to communicate (both articulate and understand what the other party is learning) is always difficult. From the architects and interior designers I've worked with, this seemed to be one of the toughest skills to learn.
@@DesignCraftWorkshop no real specific question but more-so general topics. Pricing methods used for wholesale vs singular items. How to calculate and establish the CNC’s hourly rate, etc. When to be flexible vs when you say “no”. Things like that
I've been going through this whole learning process since I bought my CNC last year. Had a great wake-up call when I agreed to a batch of custom ornaments without actually thinking through how to efficiently make them.
Definitely helps to have the process down 👌🏻
This was super interesting! Thanks for sharing Bao!
Thanks Eric! I'm glad you liked it!
So much knowledge in this video! Thanks for putting all that info and experience out on the table for people to grow their businesses Bao!
Thanks brother. I hope it helped you grow your business.
I've been on the fence about buying a CNC, but im not sure which brand and size to go with. After watching your video, I've been doing some research on the Axiom. What size CNC do you have in your shop? Thanks for the video. It really motivated me to want to push myself more.
Awesome to hear! I have a 2x4. If budget allows and space get the largest you can afford. It’s worth the investment if you’re doing this more than a hobby
Love the tips in this video Bao! I remember when I had a handcrafted leather products business and how I burned out from making the same products over and over again. Have you ever started to feel like your business should've stayed a hobby or that you should've turned your hobby into a business sooner?
Thanks Tim! That's a great questions! I'm the type that needs some sense of security and I have to make certain calculations work before I make a jump. This was similar to when I decided to go out on my own doing design-build. I made sure that I had a large enough runway so when I did make the leap, I didn't have much holding me back in terms of debt and trying to figure out where the next job would come from. Since I already established a solid ground in my finances and created a network of loyal customers, the leap was easy and the transition was smooth. So if I didn't have things in place where it gave me a sense that I could confidently make it work, then yes I would've kept it as a hobby.
I hear you on the repetitive nature of making products to sell. Although I wouldn't call it burn out as though I'm tired of making the trays, but I think it's more of needing a mental break from the repetitive aspect of making. I think that's why I still love commission work and focus a lot of my time there as well as the content creation. These other creative avenues helps keep my mind engaged in the work.
Great video! Definitely re-watching it in the near future as we get our own CNC workshop biz going. I'd love to learn more about your branding tool you jimmied together on the drill press. Did you have to custom order the piece with her logo on it or did you have materials to make it in your shop?
Thank you! I used a drill press attaché ent from Gearheart Industries. I asked for the logo from the client and got it made for them from Gearheart as well.
Props for the Exodus 90 shirt!
Great ministry!
Good information 👍 did you ever make a video on what you charge? I also have converted my garage to a wood shop and I've had a cnc for 8 months. Have you done a review for your cnc?
Thank you! I haven't gotten to the fee video yet, but it's definitely on the list. I did an initial review/comparison in a previous video on the cnc.
Great video Bao! Useful tips.
Glad to be of use!
Great work Bao. Really cool to see what goes on behind the scenes and the strategy that goes into the making process.
Thanks Chris! I'm sure you know there soo much involved in running the business side of things. But it keeps the whole process exciting.
Appreciate the tips! Good stuff to look out for on a large job.
Thanks Bruce! I'm glad it's wrapping up!
Very informative, thank you. it would be a great help to understand your methodology on pricing, so yes a separate video would be greatly welcomed; as would some sort of template on the information you provide to clients regarding limitations and issues beyond your control.
Thanks for the input! I'll be sure to answer that in a future video!
Great video Bao! First time I’ve watched one of your vids on UA-cam. I’ve been following along with this project on Insta for a while and had to see it come together. I really enjoy all the behind these scenes business talk. Would also like to here about how you come up with prices too!
Keep killing it man!
Thank you so much! I'm glad to have you follow along! I'll for sure try to make that video. Any specific questions you have for me so I can make sure to answer them?
@@DesignCraftWorkshop Thanks for the reply Bao! I'm new to woodworking so I don't have a grasp on any of the financial aspects running your own woodworking business, so its purely out of interest. But maybe how you come up with the mark-up on your products, how much do you charge per hour, and how to come up with prices for your time and effort.
Awesome questions! I'll be sure to answer all that in the video! Thanks for your questions!
Hey, just wanted to say thank you for the knowledge!
My pleasure!
Great video, thanks. wondering, how do you find work?
Social media really helps. Most of my work is commissions through Instagram
that first item could be done in a fraction of the time on a tablesaw, agree about design and developement being chargeable.
Thanks! Yes, it could. However, it would mean you can't work on anything else.
Have you thought about making a cove cut on your table saw? Might be a quicker way to batch out that product!
I thought about that for this product and it would be a good way to do it. but with the cnc it can be batched out while I work on another project on the table saw.
Beautiful as always ❤
Thank you! 😊
Thanks for the video, great info. Where did you get the branding iron & power supply?
I got them from Gearheart industries 👍🏻 thanks for watching!
@@DesignCraftWorkshop thanks for the info. I appreciate you.
@@fierceflyer5 Anytime!
Great video, lots of useful information. 23:15 How'd you cue the UPS truck when you were talking about shipping? Mahalo for sharing! : )
I've been shipping with them too much so we are practically in tune 🤣
Well done! Thank you for this.
Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful!
I like this video. Are some of these lessons a carry over from being an architect?
Very much so. I think a lot of the design process carries over and has helped me grain a strong foothold in that area of the business.
@@DesignCraftWorkshop being able to communicate (both articulate and understand what the other party is learning) is always difficult. From the architects and interior designers I've worked with, this seemed to be one of the toughest skills to learn.
Loved the video. Learned a lot of good information.
Thanks buddy! Glad you liked it.
@@DesignCraftWorkshop sure thing, anytime pal!
time stamp 7:30-8:30; yes, please make a video for this!!!!
will do my best
What was the products?
They were display trays
Really cool video. Would definitely be interested in a pricing video
Thank you! Any specific questions you want answered?
Definitely interested in a pricing video!
Any specific questions you want answered?
I’m definitely interested in a dedicated pricing video!
Thank you! Any specific questions you would like answered?
@@DesignCraftWorkshop no real specific question but more-so general topics. Pricing methods used for wholesale vs singular items. How to calculate and establish the CNC’s hourly rate, etc. When to be flexible vs when you say “no”. Things like that
@@Pop_Gordo those are great ones! Thank you!
Nice video
Thanks
Man, your client had better be paying you well for these considering they're turning them around @ $200 including some porcelain!
I couldn't complain 👍🏻👍🏻
@@DesignCraftWorkshop 🙌 That is really good to hear!!
What’s the product/set called?