Crushing Financial Goals: How I Paid Off My Laser in Just 90 Days!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Learn more about my comprehensive online course for Co2 lasers and join the waitlist at www.laserlaunchacademy.com!

[@tomaszpralat344]

What a bs and you doing cours on laser another bs you dont know 70% how lasser work

[@benjaminseng4271]

My FSL Muse Pro 48x36 spent 18 months untouched at my studio.... I have another business that needed all of my attention. I started learning all the ins and outs of this system in the past 2 weeks and all I can say is I freaking love owning a solid and easy to learn laser cutter. I should say that having background in fine art / installation art / graphic design and carpentry gave me a leg up in creating files and operating the muse software. Theres something incredible that happens to your creativity when you have such a versatile tool in your shop!!

[@lilmizmiki]

Great advice! The only thing I would change is that connecting with your buyer when the order is placed and when the order is shipped isn't "over the top." That's good customer service and a business basic requirement for true success. It helps build customer trust, which ultimately results in higher ratings and more sales.

[@afakasibabe]

Just got a dose of confidence from watching your video! Thank you for taking the time to help us out newbies, really appreciate you sharing your knowledge. KEEP IT COMING!!

[@witoldyna]

Thank you for that. I just got my first laser and planning to upgrade as soon as it pays for itself. I am also having my main “daytime” business and going back to school for accelerated nursing degree. I need all the help and advice I can get 😂

[@vacation_generation]

Excellent video. I have a laser cutter, made one sale on Etsy so far (in about 2 years 🤣). But your advice sounds really sensible. So will take note and see how it goes.

[@TheLouisianaHobbyGuy]

*Pay attention!* There's a LOT of good advice here! _Great job Emily!_ I'm so happy to see the channel and your business growing!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thank you, Rich!

[@Ryan82288]

Also pay attention to rich. The amount I’ve learned with your videos👍🏼

[@TheLouisianaHobbyGuy]

@@Ryan82288 Thank you!

[@ItsKathieee]

I just wanted to say thank you SO much for the wealth of information you provided. The fact that you took on this project as a test is amazing and I love how you brought it to us and laid it out in a way that was easy to digest. You were honest, informative, and I’m soooo glad I stumbled upon this video. THANK YOU!

[@jamieboyer989]

Would you consider doing a video on how to best stage and photograph your products? To me that is the most intimidating part of the process.

[@nathalie9451]

Thank you Emilie for your videos on you tube. I am French-speaking and youtube allows you to put subtitles. I have a mira 9, I learned things from you but I still have a lot to learn. Thank you for your precious help

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Je suis heureux que vous apprecíez mon contenu. C’est mon plaisir!

[@hansdegroot8549]

Great inspring video with a lot of good points. thanks for sharing. But: I didn't see any numbers...... And how much time did you put in it, during those 3 months?

[@MsVirruss]

I love this video! Easy to understand, actionable advice. I have had my shop for about a year with "alright" results. But I am definitely going to take your advice and run with it.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Yeah baby! Please come back and share updates as you start to try new things. Xoxo!

[@sadlermercantile]

Man, I really needed to hear this today. Thank you so much for all that you do for the laser community. You are so inspirational and appreciated!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

It’s my sincere pleasure. I’m so happy you found value in this. ❤️

[@twisted_seraph]

Great Video. I appreciate your hard work putting together. I do have one question, how much stock should you have? You had 200 bags intially.

[@melc-centex1091]

Great stuff! Thanks! Side note: the less than symbol is < not >

[@tswitz65]

You're truly an inspirational person, Emily. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and paying it forward the newbies like me. I know it is a lot of work to produce these videos outside of your other "to-do's" in keeping your business running. Question, however. Are you drawing your own vector art in making your products or are you purchasing them from someplace else like Adobe for instance? Thanks :)

[@alangreen371]

Absolutely love this video and have gleaned a number of great ideas for our business! Specifically the FB group - now I’m thinking about how I can set one up for friends, family members, and others connected in agriculture (my wheelhouse) to generate ideas, collect feedback, share new items and discounts, etc. I especially LOVE to hear that you’re planning to dive into Shopify, Amazon Handmade, and wholesale. I’ve got Shopify down, but I just signed up for Amazon Handmade and have no idea what I’m doing. Wholesale has also been on my mind a lot but not sure what the next steps. Cheers to you, Emily! Thank you thank you! Onward and upward!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thank you so much, Alan, for chiming in and sharing your experience. Onward and upward we go together! ❤

[@myhoneyshandmade1077]

How is shopify working for you?

[@tricia101692]

I noticed your Etsy shop was only digital files. Have you stopped making products and only doing files? This content is really amazing. That you.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Hey there. I have a separate shop for physical items as many people get them confused. Also, thank you so much for the kind and encouraging words!

[@Kilotrades]

great video you actually explained a lot, appreciate it!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@Kilotrades my pleasure! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment ❤️

[@grampsoutdooradventuresdal7104]

Thank you “mom” for all the valuable tips and insight

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@grampsoutdooradventuresdal7104 haha you’re welcome!

[@wernichjoseph7217]

Hi, thank you very much for the channel and all the great info. Do you perhaps have a video on how you brand your products for resell. Much appreciated.

[@22ndandMain]

I love this video. Thanks for the help and knowledge. Will you be uploading the second video with shipping and prices?

[@marcowaters3698]

Thanks a lot for the info and for listing them in such a funny way!

[@karshner26]

Do you have a link to the video where you explain the pricing breakdown?

[@RobSandstromDesigns]

Well done. Appreciate you’re hustle and work ethic. Sounds like good tips and worth learning more about.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thank you! ❤️

[@fredc8720]

Although I'm not doing laser engraving/cutting for money I think you are a very bright young woman. I hope you continue to do well !!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

You are so very kind. Thank you!

[@cindywhite9754]

Such an incredibly awesome video- thanks SO much for sharing!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@cindywhite9754 aww yay! My pleasure!

[@fretworkpeddler]

Great video! Thank you for taking the time.

[@Avata-Studio]

this is so detailed and orderly, Thank you👍

[@michaellinda3349]

Thanks heaps for sharing this amazing information 👏 😊

[@elvinhamilton4842]

I have a question. I have a CO2 laser 40 watt and a 20 watt Diode laser. The 40 watt is basic and the Diode laser is much easier to use and I found that I enjoy using the diode laser a lot more than the CO2 laser. I'm looking at upgrading the Diode laser to a newer model. Couple of things I found is that the Diode laser is not as fast and it doesn't cut clear acrylic. With what you are selling would a Diode laser do just as well as your CO2 lasers ?

[@EtownLaser]

This is wonderful. Thank you from a newbie! 🎉

[@angelajenkins8273]

Hello! I have a product that I love and my family keeps telling me to "Put it on Etsy!" I'm hesitant because I'm worried that my unique item will be copied and sold cheaply and I'll end up reducing my price, or some scenario like that. Did you have problems with "copy cats"? Thanks for all of your great insight!

[@rainbowpotion]

Thank you!! Once again, always helping others succeed! Your awesome!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

It’s my pleasure. Let me know if you try any of the tips and whether or not they work for you. ❤️

[@dominicklucarelli9729]

Thanks for the inspiration.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@dominicklucarelli9729 my pleasure ❤️

[@davidcochran934]

You talk a good bit about photos and lighting. Do you have a video that goes into detail about what you use equipment-wise and software?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

I don’t but I will make it a point to make a video on it. Thank you for the suggestion!

[@davidcochran934]

@@ThatMomWithALaser thanks. That is my worst weakness. I never get the lighting correct or maximize the layout or surrounding.

[@suziequinton9424]

Fantastic Job and wonderful guide to help us all!!! Congrats and thanks for sharing!!

[@nickimaiorano5632]

Great information!!

[@MandrilSolo]

I just Love U…. Thank you for the great advise ! I started watching you more than a year ago, now I am working on leather making products for Pilots. Muuuuuchas thank you ! Sammy. ❤️

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Omg that’s amazing!!! Congratulations! 😍 👏🏻

[@jayedwin98020]

Is "Spotify" not a recommended option due to their monthly charge?

[@Doityourselfwithjoe]

Did you make one item for each product that you have listed so you can take pictures and then make them as needed or did you keep stock in each item you have listed?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@Doityourselfwithjoe I made one for staging and marketing and then made the rest to order. 🙂

[@Doityourselfwithjoe]

@@ThatMomWithALaser Thank You!

[@sallytrottier2267]

Thank you for the video! Im just starting (at the very beginning!) and I appreciate the info ❤

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

You are so welcome. I hope it helps. ❤️

[@Mapleviewdesignsco]

How much does one of those lasers cost? And how much did you earn in the time frame?

[@troythatcoolkid]

The domains 🙌🏼 and don't trust anyone else to do it 😂

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

bahahah Not even your spouse! 🤣

[@pop_tart92]

Do you design these laser files yourself or do you purchase them from others and then sell the already cut product?

[@CoreyD76]

This is all great info, thanks!

[@GamedayStreams]

I have been laser engraving several things for over a year on the side, my issue is getting leads and sales. If I could get that part figured out I could probably do it full time which I would love to do. Any tips on getting eyes on my products? I’ve tried Etsy and eBay and Facebook but nobody knows I exist that’s the problem.

[@ckindle760]

Love this video! Thank you!

[@MoneyOpulence]

Your take is quite informative. I wish more KZbinrs would put the same effort into producing a video. Anyway, thank you for sharing this take. Keep it up!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thank you so much. I was afraid the video wouldn’t be good enough and here you guys are giving me the best feedback. 🥹 Thank you for taking the time to share that! ❤️

[@Ryan82288]

Lightroom does an amazing job!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Agreed!

[@Renuewspa]

This was wonderful!!!

[@agnieszkamilon9822]

I love this video. Thank you for all of the information❤❤❤

[@JimD0816]

The Louisiana Hobby Guy sent me here.

[@maggie9256]

You mentioned you deactivated your Easter items. Why do you not leave them active?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Great question. For several reasons. 1. I'm out of stock and 2. I don't believe they will sell well after the holiday so if I keep them it will slow down my production to stop and make 1 off items here and there.

[@jaggedcliff]

Thank you so much. Very inspiring!!

[@dustinhilton5401]

The only thing holding me back is figuring out shipping and how to make it work.

[@quinettabrown8836]

I really want a laser & do this.

[@markcadman]

Great video with some very useful tips. Thanks.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching. ❤️

[@freebird1963]

Doesn't your analytics show the url referrer in them ? That would tell you were that person came from.

[@codyperry5812]

Yes, but unless you create utm's in like google analytics it won't be 100% specific, but it will be specific enough.

[@Ubica_ratara]

6:46 You need an item that people want to buy not the item that you want to sell. Just a suggestion.

[@IngunnHope-k6i]

Sent you a tiktok comment regarding link in bio under 1000 followers 💕 awesome video! Thank you!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

thank you!

[@Mariee1106]

Great information! Ty. Can’t wait for the pricing video😊

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thank you! You mean a video on how I chose my pricing?

[@Mariee1106]

@@ThatMomWithALaser yes, I was wondering how to phrase the question😅 I saw your live yesterday also excited about the video of the acrylic name puzzles🙃

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@Mariee1106 aww yay! Ok I’ll add that to the list. That’s easy enough to do. Thank you for the idea!

[@Mariee1106]

⁠@@ThatMomWithALaserhola Emily will you still be doing the pricing video and how to incorporate “free shipping in the pricing?

[@karismaolson]

@@ThatMomWithALaser I came back looking for a link to the "pricing including shipping" shipping video. Would love to know how you do shipping!

[@TheDwilliams1000]

I really wish I could buy a new laser. My credit sucks though.

[@kathim1636]

I wouldn't deactivate, leave those up to gain traction over the next year! I wouldn't spend money on advertising for them, but i definitely wouldn't deactivate.

[@LawrenceKopp-p7g]

Rock on.

[@dipakkelapure8508]

Lovely

[@RebelzoneGraphics]

Is anyone else still struggling? Or am i the only one? . my laser is very limited but I want to pay it off to get a bigger one but I want to make the money back first.

[@munro4398]

Has it gotten better?

[@Shenandoahleather]

With so many people getting a laser and trying to sell the market gets smaller and smaller. What worked a year ago may not work today. Having 10,000 people selling the same thing as opposed to 10 people selling creates a slow performance for new people, especially. That said, my teenage nephew started selling wood turning items when everyone else was, he has done so well after a couple years that he could probably turn it into full time. Perseverance and studying the market like this lady says is absolutely necessary to success.

[@reelveteran6144]

I know this post is over a year old. Me being new to laser engraving, I have tried many things. There is a lot of competition out there. You can't compete with commercial laser companies prices. If you want to make it, you have to be unique and stand out from the rest.

[@maxnemo1643]

Could you please state at the beginning, specifically WHAT KIND OF LASER you're talking about. So I don't have to waste 25 min watching this video?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@maxnemo1643 sure let me re-record the whole thing and reupload it just for you since there was clearly no value that can’t be applied to all lasers. 🤦‍♀️

[@maxnemo1643]

@@ThatMomWithALaser No. But you could keep it in mind for next time. I could get no hint from your video whether you were talking about cnc lasers that can cut 1/4” steel, or an etching / engraving laser, or a color laser printer. If you want your videos to be recommended by KZbin, realize they will be popping up on the feeds of people who are new to the subject, and KZbin thinks MIGHT be interested. Of course you can ignore this and continue assuming the general public can read your mind.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@maxnemo1643 I see. I don’t know how much more clear I’m expected to be here. The title of the video says “pay off a laser”, not a cnc or diode or who knows what else. My business name is also “That Mom With A Laser” and clearly shown in the first 30 seconds of the intro. It also clearly says it in the first two sentences of the video description that I paid off my Aeon Mira 5 laser. Not to mention, you can see the Co2 laser behind me. Heck, I even mention at the beginning that I’m also the Brand Ambassador for Aeon Laser USA. Either way, if you think this video only applies to people with the laser I have or a laser in general then you are missing the entire point. Planning, photography, strategy, and execution are all the key things that led to the success I had which, can be applied to any product and any business. There is a ton of value in it and this specific video has helped tons of people meet their goals and pay off their lasers. So, for you to take time to comment and only mention that I haven’t made it clear enough is just… upsetting.

[@tracyatkins6120]

How did you become an Aeon ambassador?

[@QuiltersHandyman]

Excellant video...very informative but......I am exhausted thinking about just maintaining an ETSY page, that alone sounds like a full time job. You must have help. Beyond managing a family life...there are dozens of things to get done and all take time. Once you come up with the product idea...create the product (and there are many things to do with this alone) package, ship, order repacement material, and do all of this for multiple items. Then add in equipment maintinance, book keeping, a lot more time. Plus you have a youtube channel which in itself takes a lot of time to shoot and edit. I used to sell wood products at a local Farmers Market one day a week, Saturday, and worked all winter creating product and still worked all week during the summer to replace sold items. I finally, at my wife insistance quit doing that. I am admittedly an old man now (83) and no longer have the energy I had even when I was in my 60s. I know a long post...I admire your commitment and energy...keep it up.

[@TheTacticalLlama]

Let’s hope this video doesn’t just keep repeating itself and actually gives us useful information. Or is it going to at the end not tell us anything and then ask us to pay for some class

[@kirstiegreen6557]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

[@tegancooper-hughes1233]

[@bad.egg.studios]

Meanwhile, I can't make $100 in 30, not selling corny bs.