MY TOP SELLERS // Laser Engraver Small Business Talk

Sharing my top selling item made from my laser engraver in my small workshop for my small business. Laser engraved slate coasters. I also talk about tools and software used, offer business advice, and more!
#laserengraving #woodworking #samcraft

🔷Video Chapters🔷
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - Genmitsu Jinsoku LE-1620
1:03 - Fusion5 Tablet to Run Laser & CNC Machines
1:32 - My Best Selling Laser Engraved Item
2:47 - The Money Maker
4:03 - Material Prep
4:44 - Laser Design Software
5:39 - A WARNING About Buying Graphics for Business Use
6:22 - Close Look At Top Sellers
7:22 - Laser Templates for Engraving Coasters
9:00 - Product & Shipping Packaging
10:47 - BE PREPARED for the Unknown
12:02 - Closing

🔷DISCLAIMER🔷
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[ypure]

you were friendly, not loud, simple clear honest info. I like that.

[robertbankhead]

Sam, you are a credit to our craft! Thank you 1) for sharing your story and 2) for not being threatened to share your secrets. We could all be a bit more revealing in our journey, but you have gone to a lot of effort to make it 'public'. For that I thank you.

[rallen]

I used to run a laser engraver in a woodshop that specialized in executive gifts/awards. This was back in the early 90's, when a laser engraver was north of $70K. That machine paid itself off in the first year. But the number one seller in our shop was engraved acrylic plaques. We figured out that smearing dish soap on the front surface gave the laser something to dump energy into, and then it wiped right off. Cheap and easy. Try it.

[SouthernHustla]

Your channel was randomly recommended and after watching approximately 4 minutes I immediately subscribed. There’s something about your demeanor and delivery that grabbed my attention. Keep up the great content.

[Comicsluvr]

This is the first time I've seen one of your videos and I have to say that I really like your personality. The brief 'Squirrel' moment you had earlier was cute but not forced for comedic effect. Very natural and organic. I look forward to more of your work.

[ianmacgowan]

Sam. I really value all of the video’s you post. I have learnt a great deal about laser engraving from you. However I need to really applaud you for this video. It was obviously very personal and you needed to take that cathartic journey and speak from your heart. Well done my friend - you did a great job. Your message was clear and well made. You were earnest but used humour. Keep up the excellent work you are doing in your new workshop (not to new now I guess). I look forward to many more insights. Best wishes to you and your family Bud.

[southerntommygun]

Your honesty and attention to detail is refreshing. Subscribed and look forward to more videos.

[supercarowners]

Just got a Xtool d1 Pro 10W laser. Absolutely amazed with what all it can do. Your video is very useful. Thank you.

[SteveNeighbor]

Thanks for great content without any of the annoying stuff other üTubers seem to be addicted to. The Princess Bride... (still) the greatest comedy ever made, nearly 25 years later!

[laurelbutts]

I like the coaster that you sad was bad. I like the variety in the depth of the lines. keep it, sell it, it looks good.

[CherryDempsy]

This video was helpful. I got a bonus tip and you didn't even know you gave it... hanging the miter saw on the wall when not in use. Awesome!

[ryandeweese]

Thanks for showing us some of the ins of running your bussiness and craft! I'd like to get into cnc engraving and etching

[steveo]

I just wanted to say it's obvious from watching your videos you are a very good person I appreciate Who You Are I'd like to fill America with 100 million more like you.
Cheers

[jimshackelford]

Sam I did mess up on a few slate coasters, they can be reconditioned on a sander in the shop then reused but the only issue is the surface is smooth. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. You have taught me a lot so far.

[Steve-pof]

Thank you for the great information. I rarely use links from YouTube videos but your links seem like they are of actual value to me. Thanks again and I look forward to more videos from you!

[JRLNeal]

Sam thank you for your informative videos. Only one month ago I bought a laser engraver and I’ve paid for it already with one job. A restaurant / inn I stay out in the UK here needed new key fobs. I have a secret supply of small hardwood, but oak and other woods, and so I took a sample of a key fob to the manager and he ordered 17 of them for a very good price. I am now figuring out how to make some Christmas decorations for the house and finally worked out how to ‘trace’ round an image to cut out of card and make a very effective decoration with a battery powered to light behind it.
All the very best to you and your laser cutter.

[nevmev]

I too, have been running a laser engraved slate coaster product for about a year and they do great, from custom design to in house designs.

[Fangz]

Awesomeness all around.. I'm just breaking into the laser market and these tips will take me a thousand miles.. Thanks Sam!!!

[austindavis]

I knew we was gonna be friends when I seen that TS hat those are the best. You got my vote !

[richwillis]

Brilliant stuff Sam. Thanks for the video and appreciate the details you put in. I'm from the UK and hopefully going to buy my first laser engraver soon.