7 Ways to be a Better Woodworker

On today’s woodworking skill builder we’re talking about 7 Ways to be a Better Woodworker and things I wish I’d known when I started as a woodworker. Instead of single tool tricks/hacks we’re discussing mindset based skills/theory that help you grow quickly as a woodworker and avoid costly mistakes. I think these are some of the most important things you can think about as you grow your craft. What do you think are some of the things you wish you knew in the beginning? Let me know what you’d like to see next. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment and subscribe. Cheers!
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*Table of Contents and Links to Tools/Videos/Classes Mentioned Below*
1:24 More than One Way to do Something/Fixing Mistakes
3:29 Taking Small Bites
6:08 Making a Plan
8:41 Practice and the Devil is in the Details
10:54 Measuring and Marking
14:33 Repeatability (Jigs, Jigs, Jigs)
16:14 Do What You Love

*Videos/Tools/Classes Mentioned*

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[katzmosestools]

*Table of Contents and Links to Tools/Videos/Classes Mentioned Below*
1:24 More than One Way to do Something/Fixing Mistakes
3:29 Taking Small Bites
6:08 Making a Plan
8:41 Practice and the Devil is in the Details
10:54 Measuring and Marking
14:33 Repeatability (Jigs, Jigs, Jigs)
16:14 Do What You Love

*Videos/Tools/Classes Mentioned*

[PatJHeffernan]

“Be nice to people and build them up”!! Best line of a good video.

[chriswindberg]

Loved the gatekeeping and building people up part. You see constantly people ripping apart epoxy/river tables calling them "plastic furniture." Personally, I think they're really cool looking and far beyond my skill level. I don't think people put enough stock in simple compliments. One positive, simple sentiment can change a person's whole day/week/year. I always go back to the old adage, "if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all." Great video Jonathan. Always love your content.

[jonmcdaniel]

You've taught me a lot in the last 2 years. You're inspirational and down to earth. You don't try to cover up your mistakes. Instead you allow others to learn from them. You are probably the easiest youtuber to follow along with, step by step. All the qualities that make a great teacher. So screw the haters, they're just jealous of your success. Keep on keepin on Mr. Moses!

[kashel]

"Do what you love" that's not only great woodworking advice, but life as well.

[davecurda]

Jonathan for every asshole that tries to hurt you there are 100 people who think you are great just remember that. I have learned so much from you and I am truly great full just keep doing what your doing. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[johanflodkvist]

Theres lots of woodworkers on youtube with skill and passion but you also bring a level of warmth and compassion thats realy nice to see. Thanks.

[bingobango]

People who think poorly of themselves try to knock others down to raise themselves up. Screw the haters. You do an awesome job.

[dbackhusker]

“Do what you love.” That’s key for me. My wife sells crafts and I often have to make ‘30 Christmas trees’ or something like that out of MDF and it’s awful! But if I change my perspective, I’m not cutting MDF like a robot, I’m helping my wife (and I love to do that). Good advice JKM.

[sebastiendesormeaux]

French Canadian here ... kudoos for your accoutrement pronunciation, honestly was very good.

[JohnyW]

You’re doing a great job.Let the haters jell...Morgan Freeman Said :“Don‘t take criticism from people, you wouldn’t ask for help“ Do your thing.You do it great.Best regards to you

[MrRackinroll]

A few things about this video. Great. The last comment was right on. I have been things about this skill that none ever talks about. That is understanding what sound will tell you. Drill, cutting all require understand what sound will tell you. I think you know what I am talking about so I need not expound on that subject. Your sense of touch is yet another skill that will tell you tons of stuff. Go for it. RC

[SSBailey]

JKM; I’m old enough to be your father but, dang, I learn something every time else I check in. You’re a philosopher...who knew! Keep up the good work brother!

[dutchwalters]

started woodworking in 1955, no power tools but a great number of corrections. your video just reintroduced what uncle Carl beat into my head between 55 - 65. he was a great woodworker someday i might be as good as he was. great video hope folks take it to heart and the trolls aren't too mean to you on this one.

[BeauChampion]

The balance of making folks feel good about where they are (in terms of tools and ability) and yet pushing them to get better is incredible. That combined with the persona of JKM makes this one of my very favorite YouTube channels. Keep up the fantastic work. You are making better woodworkers and just possibly better people!!

[benbuckley]

One of the best tips I've learned from JKM is to use the front of the apron to wipe the sticky stuff off my fingers. FELLAS!!

[darrylportelli]

I used to get really pissed off at making mistakes, now as I advance slowly, Im seeing it as a challenge to FIX my mistakes - and it is REALLY rewarding when you manage to fix a mistake rather than chuck that piece away and restart and if you restart over, you'll always end up making some sort of small mistake here and there and would probably end up giving up on the project

[ZackWilliamson]

Few people on youtube are this wholesome, educational, and consistent in the content they produce. Thanks for all that you do, I love my apron!

[mccarthydesign]

You forgot one really important one!
Number 8: No Zero Days. There will be times when things don't go as planned or maybe the project doesn't turn out as well as you had hoped. Sometimes you may feel like you should just give up and find a new hobby. However, don't let that discourage you from getting back in the shop. Take what you've learned from your mistakes as ways to improve next time.

[boyscout]

As a 70-year old geezer who's been woodworking since 1964, I can only say that if I can suck in even 25% of your passion and enthusiasm, I will be miles ahead! I'm going to start by getting back to those marking knives. When I first tried one, I stabbed myself a couple times and promptly hid them away in a drawer. I'm gonna perservere and take your advice! Thanks so much for creating a great video!