Hardware Podcasts

Episode 118: The point of no return

Making It · 5 May 2017 · 54m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss strategies for promoting oneself and one's work without an existing audience, emphasizing the importance of adding value in online communities and maintaining strong branding. They explore the concept of the 'point of no return' in creative careers, with Bob Clagett sharing his transition from custom furniture making to full-time content creation. The hosts also share personal project updates, including Jimmy's completed lightsaber build and upcoming appearances at Maker Fair Bay Area.

Most relevant to

companies scaling up

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Rockler, Core 77, Matter Hackers, Lincoln
Products
Heineken Worlds Apart
Chips
Teensy
Tools
Fusion
Also
Maker Fair Bay Area, Mark Rober, Sean Hogan, Taylor Forrest, Brett, Kyle Toth, Dusty Life, Sean Robino, Brian McCauley, Gary Vannerchuck, Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook

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