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S3E13: Key Partnerships: With Chatbot Amelia - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. In this episode, Alford has a discussion with his virtual assistant, Amelia, an Artificial Intelligence Chatbot. They explore how Key Partnerships are crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Today, we're diving into Key Partnerships, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to compose the right Key Partnerships can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/

S3E12: Thoughts On Memorial Day & Sunk Cost

Once we make the changes, we may thank our past selves for dying a death on Memorial Day, as we are so much better off on the new path we chose to take. So run, Alcestis, from that fiery pit.THE POTTERY DAILIES
Alcestis
Memorial Day and Sunk Cost.
https://substack.com/home/post/p-145025893
Written By,
Alford Wayman
Artist/Owner
Creek Road Pottery LLC

S3E11: Key Activities: With Chatbot Amelia - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. In this episode, Alford has a discussion with his virtual assistant, Amelia, an Artificial Intelligence Chatbot. They explore how understanding your Key Activities is crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Today, we're diving into Key Activities, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to compose the right mix of Key Activities can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/

S3E10: Key Resources: With Chatbot Amelia - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. In this episode, Alford has a discussion with his virtual assistant, Amelia, an Artificial Intelligence Chatbot. They explore how understanding your Key Resources is crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Today, we're diving into Key Resources, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to compose the right mix of Key Resources can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/Creek Road Pottery Pen Pal Program:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-pen-pal-program/ 

S3E9: Firing The Bill Moon Wood Kiln - Firing Your Pottery

It was a privilege to be there firing with the team at the Bill Moon kiln of Imagine Peace Pottery and learning the more advanced and planned firing techniques rather than simply having the goal of making temperature. Having a plan means thinking about how to influence the pots by even the type of wood or materials burned.
In this firing, raku low-fire pots were made by placing them in the rear of the kiln near the chimney. At the correct temperature, a built-in back door was opened, and pots were pulled out hot and reduced in a container, creating copper colors and smoke lines.
At wood firings community is built. Many other artists gathered to fire work, some from long distances, to participate. An Amish family brought doughnuts, and the family and children stopped by, and a few customers came to see the firing. It was a privilege to learn from such a fantastic community of people and make new friends. It’s about time to stoke again.The Bill Moon Wood Kiln Opening 4/27/2024 video. Click here!Pulling the Fire DoorKiln Centerline Management

S3E8: Customer Relationships - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. Today, we're diving into Customer Relationships, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." This episode will explore how understanding your Customer Relationships is crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to compose the right mix of customer relationships can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/Creek Road Pottery Pen Pal Program:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-pen-pal-program/ 

S3E7: Pottery After Work- Creating Your Pottery

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. Today, we're diving into the idea of pottery as a vocation, as discussed in the video "Elizabeth Gilbert on Distinguishing Between Hobbies, Jobs, Careers, & Vocation | Acumen Academy"
This episode will explore how understanding the four terms hobby, job, careers, and vocation is crucial for how you see yourself and your pottery while working a full-time job or having a career. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this video by Elizabeth Gilbert will be helpful to you.Book Mentioned:
Cræft: An Inquiry Into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional Crafts First Editionby Alexander Langlands
 
About:
Al Wayman's work and website:
www.creekroadpottery.comMy Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/Creek Road Pottery Pen Pal Program:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-pen-pal-program/

S3E6: Channels - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. Today, we're diving into the concept of Channels, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." This episode will explore how understanding your Channels are crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to compose the right mix of channels can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/Creek Road Pottery Pen Pal Program:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-pen-pal-program/
The Cry Pots:https://www.facebook.com/alford.wayman/videos/441678594958937The Good Pots:https://www.facebook.com/alford.wayman/videos/7259756667440015

S3E5: Revenue Streams - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. Today, we're diving into the concept of Revenue Streams, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." This episode will explore how understanding your Revenue Streams are crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to identify your unique Revenue Streams can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/Creek Road Pottery Pen Pal Program:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-pen-pal-program/

S3E4: Value Propositions - Building Your Pottery Business

Welcome to the latest episode of "The Pin Tool Podcast," where art meets entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Al Wayman, from Creek Road Pottery LLC, guiding you through the multifaceted world of pottery and business. Today, we're diving into the concept of Value Propositions, as outlined in the book "Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers." This episode will explore how understanding your Value Propositions are crucial for crafting a successful business model in the creative industry. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, learning to identify your unique Value Propositions can transform your art into a thriving business. The Business Model Canvas: https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvasHow To Build a Start-up. By Steve Blank:https://www.udacity.com/course/how-to-build-a-startup--ep245Startup Owner's Manual. by Steve Blank:https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/1119690684/My Pottery Journal. By Al Waymanhttps://creekroadpottery.com/product/my-pottery-journal/The Cost Analysis Spread sheet:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-cost-analysis-spread-sheet/The Pottery Dailies:https://creekroadpottery.com/the-pottery-dailies/The Creek Road Pottery LLC Blog:https://creekroadpottery.com/blog/Creek Road Pottery Pen Pal Program:https://creekroadpottery.com/pottery-pen-pal-program/