episode 0044- from late nights to 8 figures: how blood, sweat, and etsy transformed a side hustle into an empire with dylan jahraus

In this episode, we sit down with Dylan Jahraus, a powerhouse wife and mother who turned a late-night Etsy side hustle into an 8-figure coaching empire. Dylan shares how she built a thriving 7-figure Etsy business from scratch, fueled by relentless grit, creativity, and innovation. And when others expressed interest in learning her strategies, Dylan transitioned into coaching, growing her Etsy coaching business to an astounding 8 figures in just over a year.

We discuss the challenges of scaling, the lessons learned along the way, and how selling her Etsy shop has allowed her to focus fully on empowering others to achieve their own entrepreneurial dreams. Whether you're a side hustler, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a seasoned business owner, Dylan's story is packed with inspiration and entrepreneurial insights that you won't want to miss!

Show Highlights:
1- Dylan dives into her background that led her into what she does now. (7:10)
2- We discuss the first Etsy sale, how it transpired, and how it ultimately turned into an Etsy business. (12:15)
3- When and how did this business begin to get legs? (16:15)
4- What did you take from prior experiences that helped you build this business, and what do you wish you had known before diving in? (18:55)
5- When did you start thinking about Etsy coaching and ultimately selling your Etsy business? (21:35)
6- Dylan recalls giving away too much information to someone who would later become her competitor. (23:15)
7- How do you get “innovative” with your business and make your products stand out? (25:20)
8- We discuss profit margins, and suppliers that helped maximize profitability, and ultimately selling the business. (27:05)
9- How do you identify trends early? (31:00)
10- We discuss scaling the coaching community to an 8-figure business, and how sales strategy impacted those results. (34:50)
11- How do you find the right mentor? (40:15)
12- The challenges of getting things off the ground vs. scaling. (43:05)
13- What does Dylan’s team look like? (47:25)
14- What are your students gaining from your program? (50:35)
15- How do you avoid burnout? (53:15)
16- How much money do you make as an Etsy coach, and where can we learn more about you? (55:55)
17- Listener question: what is your advice for the young mom looking for more freedom but still dependent on her income? (1:00:25)

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