How My Candle Business Made $330,000 in 2022 (Candles, Sales, Services, YouTube & more)

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Жыл бұрын

2022 Might have been a crazy tough year but all in all, was it a successful one? Many of you were curious, so here we go. Thanks for watching and your support as always!
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Пікірлер: 281

@s44577 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video Wade, your numbers and strategies are very encouraging. Further breakdown of what sells would be great too. One reason your channel is doing well is something you can't experience....it's what WE experience on this side of the computer. Watching your videos is like having a "sit-down" with you. Your ability to "reach through" the computer to the viewer is exceptional--and VERY hard to do. You are a natural at this. I'm staying tuned!! Looking forward to more big news.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sally. Means a lot. Appreciate it!

@kirstencorby8465 Жыл бұрын

Wade, I think your channel gets higher engagement because you yourself are so open and forthright. It invokes trust in people. You also interact a lot more than similarly sized channels.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kirsten! All the subs are awesome. That helps I'm sure. 😉

@cherylwashington2427 Жыл бұрын

I have learned sooo much from watching your videos. You keep it real, honest, and completely thorough. I'm always taking notes and referring back to your videos I saved if I have questions about anything. Thank you for all your help .

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Cheryl!

@tullydecortully1905 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos, thank you for everything you do for the candle-making community. Wishing you the best for 2023!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@latricejohnson3210 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations. Happy New Year Wade! Thanks again for all you do.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Happy new year!

@taylor_drift1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this video, Wade! I don't like comparing myself to other business owners because we all run our businesses so differently but I love watching videos like this. These kind of videos are inspiring and helps to confirm for me that what I'm investing in and spending so much of my time working on is profitable :)

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Exactly right. Every business is at different stages, different goals, different target market, different size ... every business is different.

@RobinSmith-me2bb Жыл бұрын

Very thorough and needed for those of us who are looking to grow as well. Great breakdown and can't wait to hear about your new ideas and big "something" coming down the road. You seem very excited about it...cant wait until the reveal!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍

@Justlikethat555 Жыл бұрын

Hi Wade! First thank you for your positivity, honesty and transparency. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't have became interested in starting my own business. I am registering my company name this month. Congratulations and I wish you nothing but great success in 2023 and beyond.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Awesome Melissa!

@MakeupMobster Жыл бұрын

I personally appreciate a video like this. It gives those of us who haven’t even launched yet some hope that we can reach this level of success.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Awesome Thanks!

@TammyHudelson Жыл бұрын

You are truly an inspiration! Thank you for so candidly sharing the business side of your passion and congratulations on your success! I look forward to your newsletter!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tammy!

@MemoryBoxCandleCo Жыл бұрын

Awesome job Wade!! I'm hoping to see these kind of numbers in the upcoming years! I really like how you broke everything down and I would love to see a video showing where your product sales came from (local sales, online, wholesale, etc!) I am wanting to do a video breaking down my candle sales as well and I find it so interesting hearing how others do! Hoping for even more sales in 2023 for you!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Erica. Yah this was a super strange hectic year so not as organized with everything like I would like to be but will try to do a video like that when I can. I basically just pulled summarized numbers for this one. Good luck to you as well!

@cathyscandlecreations7406 Жыл бұрын

Yet another very honest and helpful video Wade, not to mention inspiring! Your KZfaq channel makes more than my candle business ... totally impressive! But yes, because your Content is better than the majority out there... trust worthy, educational and fun! Yes, would love more videos on several topics you covered... -Wholesale -Growing KZfaq channel -Business organizations and keeping track. You said you use Craftybase and Quickbooks? Thanks again Wade, for sharing your time, educational information via experience and honesty!!! You really are inspiring!!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Cathy. All topics noted. 😉

@rachaelg.4804 Жыл бұрын

I get asked a lot if I teach and I ALWAYS give them your business name. You are highly respected and deserve every bit of what you receive. I value your experience and inspiration. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND EFFORT HERE ON KZfaq!!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Rachel. I result appreciate that. 😀

@smckenziefl Жыл бұрын

Another great video Wade and a huge congratulations on your success in 2022. Absolutely want you to make more videos on product and the You Tube channel. I have totally enjoyed learning from you since I started in July 2021 and am looking forward to what 2023 brings. Keep Killin it 🤙🏼

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I appreciate it as always. Thanks for following for so long!

@debbiesherria Жыл бұрын

The absolute BEST KZfaq channel on candle making on KZfaq. Thanks, Wade! You're a household member without the expense. LOL!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣 now that's a funny comment. Lol

@JustinHall Жыл бұрын

Best all around candle channel you can find! Awesome as always, Wade.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Justin!

@juneberryplace2439 Жыл бұрын

my vote is yes for types of products that sold, best sellers, margin, revenue, etc. would love to watch this kind of video from you for learning and inspiration as well! always so informative!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Sounds good!

@sallymoore6920 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Really sticking with it as any business owner is key. Too many people think you just open a business and immediately makes tons of money. I also agree have several revenue streams adds up as well as securing that you don’t have all your money coming from one source if that source has a downturn. My first year as a candle refail store is coming up and I have been very pleased with the first year. Better the expected results and should see continued steady growth for year 2. Wade gives good advice!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

That's great Sally. Congrats and agree with your points for sure!

@wilfredoigo2808 Жыл бұрын

Hey good work some candles makers saying that u can start without money from home but on my side iwant to start abusiness but hve no any money what can ido

@NaturalMackie Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing! The Candle Whisperer is on fire. Thank you for sharing and being transparent about the business. It’s inspirational to see this kind of growth and learn from you.🥰👏🏾

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

I love how certain comments tell me someone has watched certain videos. Love it. 🤣

@suffolk.candles Жыл бұрын

Yea man, smashed it dude, hoping to be hot on your trail in a few years. Massive inspiration in the direction and journey I want to go on! Well done!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Definitely. Room for all of us. 😀

@Moving03fwd Жыл бұрын

Yes, more about specific candles and revenue. Congratulations! On your 2022 success.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️👍

@Freedom-xh2hc Жыл бұрын

Another great video! Thank you Wade. You are such an inspiration. You truly care about helping us and very knowledgeable. My one and only go too. Have a very blessed year. Oh yes I would love to see videos on projects ect. ❤️❤️❤️

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. 😀

@sandraredmond7911 Жыл бұрын

Hi Wade, thank you for taking the time to be transparent, and thank you for sharing your knowledge. Would love to see the KZfaq breakdown-the how of it, and so forth, thanks.🎉

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍❤️

@heavenlyscentzsoycandlesth2850 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! I only pray. But these steps are going to help me in 2023! Thank you Wade.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@amaoppong4490 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos and sharing. May your sales 2023 be tripled for your selflessness 🙏🏻🙏🏻

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

@tklifestyleanddesign2152 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this information Wade. As a new candle maker, it was helpful to learn about different revenue streams. Making a video about product types, margins and best sellers would be interesting and very informative. Thank you again for your transparency and inspiration. Wishing you continued success in 2023!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Thank you!

@josephkristwell Жыл бұрын

I love your transparency!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks joseph

@chrismackey2832 Жыл бұрын

People need to hear this info. If people want to start a business it's Ultimately about making more money. The wife owns a boutique and has started making her own candles and your videos are a huge help!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Oh that's awesome. Thanks for sharing Chris!

@tammy14441 Жыл бұрын

Yes I am interested in the breakdown or any info. I’m new and appreciate so much the inspiration & encouragement to keep going. Thank you so much!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tammy!

@mariotaylor598 Жыл бұрын

Thank you wade for your comment on this video. I am new to the channel. My wife and are starting a candle making business. We hope to make it a thriving business one day. Keep up the great work.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@hollysheree1 Жыл бұрын

I signed up for skill share and absolutely love it! I’m so grateful for you sharing it.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️👍

@darrelllewissr9413 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that is awesome. Congratulations love to hear this ❤️ oh by the way We use Norden candle supply now because of You and We love their products. Thanks ❤️

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Great!. Such good stuff!

@calafiacandleco Жыл бұрын

Awesome video, Wade! Very inspiring!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bree!

@fomoerotic Жыл бұрын

Love this video, Wade! Would you consider doing a video on expenses? I'd love to hear a breakdown of your materials costs, operational costs, cost of labor, etc. Thanks, and happy 2023!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely plan to!

@DJR30645 Жыл бұрын

Hi Wade and thanks for the video. YES, YOU ARE INSPIRING!! :) It really feels like you are talking directly to me! We've been trying to get our fledgling candle business in the UK off the ground, but struggle, as I am sure many others do, in managing production and earning a living. In particular, a video showing product types, favorites, margins, etc would really help! Although I can make a reasonable container candle now, I still struggle a bit with wicking, especially wood wicks. (test test test test) However, the real pitfall for us is simply not knowing what to make and how far ahead of a season, do we need to be. Hence Option#1, please!! Thanks again for the videos, they are really appreciated!! Dave

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Thanks Dave and yeah.... woodwicks are aggravating

@edencreative_studio Жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Watch almost all of them. Very happy for you! I'd love to have more info on anything business related you'd like to share. Thanks for being so candid and sharing such personal information. And since you did I will ask...is this your net profit? Blessings!!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks! This was properly about revenue. My gross margins are around 80%. This last year I did a ton of reinvesting back into channel and getting two new locations though.

@lisam9618 Жыл бұрын

Another Great video. Yes to both video options.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️👍

@tracymizell467 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I love all your videos and all the information you provide.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@dawnoliver2179 Жыл бұрын

Wade, we keep coming back because you are trustworthy! Thanks for sharing.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dawn!

@nomkamo Жыл бұрын

Congrats! I hope 2023 will be much MUCH better! 😊 The more detailed information would be interesting. And it's also interesting what's going on in the store and warehouse.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Sounds good. Thank you!

@rebeccahatfield Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you made this video. We all care by the way 🤣 Appreciate all the information ❤

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

🤣 thanks Rebecca! Lol

@patrickproutt8487 Жыл бұрын

Hi Wade, I just wanted to say thank you for posting this video. This has been super motivating and informative for me. I have been thinking about starting to make candles for a while now, and I think I want to just jump in and see where it takes me. Also, I would love to see video option #1 :)

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick!

@PamelaToney69 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Congratulations to you... what a blessing! I'd love to hear more about how you get wholesale and private label customers as well.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️👍

@singlehandedbeauty3581 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting! I'm starting a candle business in Europe, and though things work differently here with an added language barrier, I find these videos very encouraging.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you are able to still get some value of them!

@magnariss Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Bless you! Continued success to you for 2023! You've been a total inspiration to me in my new journey of candle making. You videos are so honest, transparent, and informative. Enjoying the hard work anticipating my launch in 2023! So much yet to do but thanking God for it all! 😊 Thank you again!! 😊 Regarding the end of this video, I'm interested in whatever you post! Because, I know it's gonna be gooooood!! 😁😁😁

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Lol. Well thank you so much!

@themeltstash9256 Жыл бұрын

This is a very encouraging video! Thank you so much! Great job!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@beardlong8235 10 ай бұрын

Of course we are interested in the types of products sold, the variations, the revenue the margins! Hell yeah!

@BlackTieBarn 10 ай бұрын

👍👍

@alexal5699 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this info

@mtbofadown Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your success and for sharing insider details!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@janelprice6301 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate all of your videos! I have learned so much from you. After watching some of your videos I have had some major "AHA moments." 😂

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@WanderingPinesCottage Жыл бұрын

I just recently found your channel. It's so informative and well done! Thank you! Your revenue is very impressive.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@LiftRanger Жыл бұрын

Thank yoiu, Wade. Yes, please make videos on all of those...

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍

@firdowskruger9896 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Wade. You are a great inspiration to us all. I always learn a great deal from you. I am a small business owner making soap and bath products. Greetings from Pretoria, South Africa 🇿🇦

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@pattyburns Жыл бұрын

Yes! I'd love to hear more about your KZfaq channel and what goes into it.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️👍

@sherriland 11 ай бұрын

Loving the help and honesty. Def a breakdown on the wicks revenue please

@BlackTieBarn 11 ай бұрын

Pretty much nothing I'm 2022

@emmahradecka8530 Жыл бұрын

Super useful and interesting. Thanks, Wade! I'd definitely be interested in a breakdown of your product / wholesale / white label sales. I'd find it interesting to know what's the net profit in direct sales vs wholesale vs white label, versus how much you have to spend on COGS and other expenses. Good job! You're channel is the best of all candle-making ones! Greetings and all the best from Belgium!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. And hi back! I still planning Europe trip some day. 🤣

@kpoonsawad1 5 ай бұрын

I really admire how thoughtful you are ❤ Im new in candles making, been making bathbomb and soaps, also just freshy in soap vendor as well till clients ask for candles. Gosh i thought urrr. Naaaa. Im not making candles. And here i am 😂. So far i enjoy watching your channel a ton!

@BlackTieBarn 5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. I appreciate that

@erinroefitness Жыл бұрын

Id love more details of youtube ad tips. And love your warehouse updates!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Erin!

@reachyouteachyou4649 6 ай бұрын

Another great video

@trinityfarmnubians8095 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos! I’ll watch anything you produce 😂 I would especially like an updated, drilled down video on the best way to use quickbooks and craftybase together. I have craftybase and like it but I’m not good at it and am lost at how to put quickbooks in the mix 😅TIA!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️👍

@HomeFiresCandleCo. Жыл бұрын

I think another reason your RPM is so high is because you respond to pretty much every comment on every platform you have. Your long time viewers know you truly want to help and know they will get a response from you, building relationship and increasing engagement... not that engagement is the goal on your end. But it does make viewers more inclined to comment if they know you'll respond. Speaking from personal experiance, I never really comment on other KZfaq videos haha just yours lol

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Alyssa I appreciate that. I haven't been as good about it lately for various reasons. Was a super tough year but definitely looking to improve a lot in 2023 (and get more help). 🤣

@tinashoushak2718 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your generosity Please make more detailed vids on each product revenue as well. All the best with you business, wish you more wealth

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tina!

@kewainawalker1553 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations 💞

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@kizzeycalvert2345 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos Wade. Very informative would love more help/info for how KZfaq videos work and how to make one Keep up the awesome content 👍🏻

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

thank you!

@valeriesuttonpayne7413 6 ай бұрын

All very well said. Thanks for sharing such personal info. People who are considering this path are very interested. Including me. I would be very happy to be in the $50,000 sales range.

@bluelot7546 Жыл бұрын

This is really helpful thank you for sharing!- if you do a related video it would be really interesting to know a break down of general sales as that is a high number with a website that is down. Appreciate all you share with us!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@zairacalvo Жыл бұрын

Congratulations ! And thank you for sharing this. I would like to know more about the KZfaq ins and outs..and more candle making, of course. Thank you.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@thedailyjaeshorts9436 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!!!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️ ty

@caitlinfrabuttpavlik666 Жыл бұрын

Goals! I'm just shy of 30k in my second year. It is awesome to see the possibilities!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Oh that's great!!!

@Jonmiify Жыл бұрын

wait... you made 30k in your second year of candle making??????? THAT GIVES ME HOPEEE!

@caitlinfrabuttpavlik666 Жыл бұрын

@@Jonmiify in sales. I didn't pay myself and have significant overhead from expanding quickly. 🥲

@sandfordshelley2723 Жыл бұрын

This is great thank-you

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@Coconutluxenaturals Жыл бұрын

Wow Wade you make more than doctors or lawyers who spend years in university . That's mind blowing

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Ha ha. I guess some maybe.

@harvesfesting Жыл бұрын

Great Video and congrats on a wonderful year of success. Interested in learning more about white label/private label and wholesale. More of how you obtain these accounts and the most effective way to get them. Such as pricing/what type of scents do you offer. Do you offer your private/white label scents that you already use in your line? shipping and basically walk through of all of those type of things.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Harvey and yes I do just have to contact me directly. Not on website as of yet

@candlewhisperer Жыл бұрын

Hello Wade Thomas Great video!!! I am interested in a video on your products. Also, I would love to see what your day looks like from start to finish on a daily basis!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tamara!

@kalebbrown5916 5 ай бұрын

products and margins, yes!

@HowToLymarie Жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🎉

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍 ty!

@thomashastings6831 Жыл бұрын

Wade, we would be interested in any information you are willing to share. Your videos are in depth, informative and have greatly helped my girlfriend and I in starting our candle business. We are now testing the premier wicks we got from you. And we are waiting on our norden order as well. Thank you for all you share

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank Thomas!!

@sheilahouse4271 Жыл бұрын

For sure want a video about the product breakdown!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️👍

@heavenlyscentzsoycandlesth2850 Жыл бұрын

Wowwww your website was down and still profitable 😮

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@nosipomatanzima2174 Жыл бұрын

Hi Wade, thank you for your videos. Am just starting my own company am hoping to start earning soon.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@LennyYT Жыл бұрын

Love it 🎉 grateful for your generosity , transparency and taking into account your viewers needs 🎉 Resounding YES to both your futures topics:) FollowUp questions What’s your profit , if possible to share? Tips for tracking marketing digital and offline would be gold🎉

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lenny! I plan to do more on cogs, expenses, and profits later as this was mostly about revenue streams. But I answered a similar question here in the comments if you wanna check it out

@scottward7415 Жыл бұрын

Yes would love to see more of the breakdown of the margins etc

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott!

@DarkusZarvix Жыл бұрын

I would love more info on the youtube channel details. I'm working on getting mine off the ground and the insider knowledge would be super helpful! Having someone to model, but not to a T obviously, is really encouraging, as was this video about your numbers! Thanks for all you do!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍

@ulamas75 Жыл бұрын

Great channel! I love the way you explain everything. Can you please share more about products , sale, more and less popular items?

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😉

@susanboshaw3083 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations 👏 yes I am very interested in more information from you. I like to make soap and candles.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Susan!

@heatherkraus6159 Жыл бұрын

I would like to hear more on product breakdown and I love seeing the updates on the warehouse/storefront.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️👍

@MushroomAngel Жыл бұрын

OMG!!! How awesome!!!!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Angel. 😉

@MushroomAngel Жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn I had no idea ad sense was that lucrative on KZfaq either! Damn! Go, YOU! 🙌🏼

@sapphiretiger05 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. 🎉 Inspiring. Yes it would be interesting to hear what products are top sellers both seasonally and year round?? Also curious what is the strangest request or product that surprised you the most in terms of demand?

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Great idea. Thank you!

@MarciesWhimsySoaps Жыл бұрын

Great video! Yes! I would be very interested in learning about how you create your videos and the items you use / programs, etc. Thanks!....Oh! And how do you get your affiliates and sponsors.😊

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

You got it!

@akritimarwaha8513 Жыл бұрын

Great video, can you please do a more in-depth video of your candle business. What are the best selling products and how much did you make from them? Is it worth selling accessories like wick trimmer etc? Are wooden wick candles more profitable or cotton or does it not make a difference? Wax melts? Etc etc. I am working to build a luxury line and just looking to know what makes the best products for sales

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Great idea

@kodeethompson6699 Жыл бұрын

I would enjoy seeing a video that goes more in-depth about your products and the profits from them.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍

@bobwilson7774 Жыл бұрын

yes and yes

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob

@daviddaiboomene1397 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, I really like to get in to candle production if I have the support that I'm looking for

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@Christine-wd5jm Жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video about your best sellers.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@jejebenji Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video. Including margins the next time you do this video would be super helpful and give your viewers a more realistic view how much money (net profit) you actually made.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Yep yep!

@nancykelly9712 Жыл бұрын

That's all great information and numberwize (if that's a word) it sounds really good but I'd like to see that compared to the costs and how that all shakes out to get an understanding of what a fledgling company "could" make. Example, if you are reinvesting what you earn off of KZfaq, what would be a good number to roll back into the business? How much of all those numbers was spent on products and equipment and rent etc. Then at the end of the day, were you able to earn a decent living? Actually, this info in percentages would be quite insightful to know more of a strategy to go on. Maybe something like this as second part to this video would be great too! Thank you so much for sharing and your time to do this, I really appreciate it!!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Hey Nancy. Yah I plan to do a much more detailed one on all that info. Just wanted to get a summarized one out first about revenue streams. But to answer your question, my margins are good overall at around 70% Gross PM and the other streams are nearly 100% minus the time I invest of course. But overall 75-85% GPM (meaning after cogs). My net PM minus all normal general expenses and overhead varies between 20 and 40% which is above average. But you really can't compare that between business because of structure and other differences. For example, I made way less net this year because of all the relocating and purchasing equipment and tons of reinvesting. With that I still make 6 figures... but others could definitely do it better and easier than I did because no one would normally spend as much as I did in 2022. 🤣

@nancykelly9712 Жыл бұрын

Job satisfaction must be a HUGE plus! Most of us other makers still work for someone else full time!! Totally worth it I'm sure!! 👍

@LennyYT Жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn this is helpful! Do you put marketing and labor as cogs or overhead? 🙏🙏🙏

@paulakelley123 Жыл бұрын

Thank you great video! unrelated question? Where do you get your back labels or do you print yourself? Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

The ones in this video I designed snd had printed at lightning labels. Great for bulk and multi variant runs. Otherwise there are some better smaller run options

@rajeshsolanki4919 Жыл бұрын

Good job dear

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@rachaelg.4804 Жыл бұрын

Also more in depth details on product types and sales please! Black versus white label and wholesale too... any wholesale tips omgn please 🙏😊

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

👍❤️

@BostonMom888 Жыл бұрын

Do you happen to have a video that has an exact breakdown recommendation for supplies for someone making their very first candle? I would love to purchase the correct supplies without making mistakes on purchases. Thanks for all your videos!