Handmade & Beyond Podcast
302 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsI help other people start, build, and grow their handmade and Etsy businesses so that they can make extra money pursuing their passion. I am a real seller that makes their entire living off Etsy and my handmade business. I teach others how to do the same.
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The 2023 Etsy Trends Are Here! Sales Boost?
January 06, 2023 13:00 - 20 minutes - 38 MBThis fresh edition of Etsy Seller News will not disappoint! I bring you all the big 2023 Etsy trends that you can capitalize on this year to hopefully get a nice boost in sales. I give you some important holiday dates you can use for sales or product creation. I also talk about a brand new handmade marketplace you may want to check out and talk about package delivering drones... Yes, you heard that right. All that and more!
The Real Truth With A POD Etsy Biz: I Break Down My Numbers
January 03, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 42.5 MBPassive income, make money while you sleep, it’s easy… Well, I want to give it to you straight so you have the right expectations and know if it’s right for you. Print on demand is hugely popular because for one it’s extremely easy to set up a POD business. But also I think many are sold on the dream of passive income with POD businesses. Today I want to give you some real numbers (my numbers) when it comes to using POD vs doing your own manufacturing/production so you have the right ...
FBI Raids Etsy Shop Owner! I Can't Believe What They Were Selling!
December 30, 2022 14:00 - 9 minutes - 18.4 MBThis episode of Etsy Seller News is a doozy! I talk about a crazy story of an Etsy seller being arrested. You won't believe what they were selling! I'll also discuss some very important IRS tax changes for the 2022 year. Lastly, I'll talk about the pretty cool year in review Etsy feature you should check out! You don't want to miss this episode. I know I always say that, but seriously this one is sooo good :-)
This Changed My Etsy Business In A BIG Way!
December 28, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 40.9 MBI get asked this all the time by other Etsy Sellers. What do I spend my time on and how much time? This is such a seemingly mundane thing, but probably one of my biggest struggles and things that hurt me early on in my etsy journey. I didn't realize how important it was to not only plan out your day but do it in a strategic way. Today I want to help you do this and give the EXACT strategy I use to strategically plan out my days, weeks, and months. I'll also give you the 3 areas every ...
This Is Costing You Sales! Here's 5 Etsy Description Hacks
December 22, 2022 16:14 - 21 minutes - 40.8 MBWelcome back to the podcast! Today I want to talk about an often overlooked but very important area of Etsy listings… Doing this correctly will get you more sales, seal the deal with customers, and also help you with SEO (search engine optimization). What am I talking about? Well, that would be Etsy listing descriptions. I want to give you 5 Etsy description hacks so you can have a silver bullet description. Oh and I threw in a bonus hack for you as well. Pretty awesome, right? Don...
2022 Etsy Recap & More BS
December 14, 2022 14:04 - 24 minutes - 45.2 MBFirst, I'm sorry the audio got a little wonky... more BS lol. As 2022 comes to a close I wanted to reflect on my crazy year. Crazy is probably an understatement! Today I talk about my decision to sell my house, move into a travel trailer, move into my in-laws, build a new home and how that impacted my Etsy business. And I totally forgot to mention in the video that I also got married.. oops lol. All this chaos has taught me much about myself, adversity, positivity, and problem solvin...
Will Etsy Plus Actually Help Your Shop? Everything YOU NEED TO KNOW
November 29, 2022 12:58 - 16 minutes - 29.9 MBDo you use or are you thinking about using Etsy plus? Do you even know what it is? Then today’s episode is just for you! I'll break it all down for you including the features, benefits, cost, and misconceptions of Etsy plus so you don't have to.
Everything You NEED TO KNOW About The Etsy Algorithm
November 22, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 55.5 MBToday's episode is all about the Etsy algorithm. I want to help decode and simplify this mythical beast, give you misconceptions to avoid, help you understand how it impacts your shop, and show you how to leverage it for future success. Don't forget to download my Free Etsy SEO Success eBook here. It goes over the algorithm & SEO in even greater detail for you. Oh yeah, and there are lots of great tips inside as well!
How Much Do I Make In My Etsy Business?
November 15, 2022 17:02 - 28 minutes - 53.2 MBI want to go through my yearly sales numbers with you so you can see how long it took me to get to $100k a year on Etsy. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at what I was doing in my biz at that time… This is the iceberg episode. I often talk about the iceberg concept because it’s so relevant, especially today. You are bombarded with the top of the iceberg content on social media. The iceberg is only seeing the success and none of the failure or real stuff that's going on. Peopl...
Check Out This Cool Etsy App Feature & More...
November 11, 2022 14:00 - 11 minutes - 21.8 MBIt's time again for a new episode of Etsy Seller News! Here's what's covered: UKCA marketing requirements for the UK starting in 1/23/23. See the link below for all the details: https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/product-safety-essentials-important/1092191535409 Etsy rolls out its tv holiday campaign for the US, UK, and Germany Etsy Launches Image Search on Mobile App – May Also Help Sellers Find Infringing Listings 2022 USP Holiday Shipping Dates for Contiguous U.S. (Lo...
How Deconstructed Egg Salad Can Help You Figure Out What to Sell on Etsy
November 08, 2022 17:19 - 24 minutes - 45.9 MBHave you ever had deconstructed food? It is food that is presented in a separated way and not all mixed together. You can better see all the ingredients. I promise this isn’t turning into a cooking show lol. There is a point to this. For example, deconstructed egg salad has the ingredients layered and not mixed together. You can use this same concept to create your own Etsy business and figure out what to sell. How? Well, you deconstructed it of course. Today I will give you 7 st...
This Tanked My Etsy Biz 30%!
November 01, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 18.1 MBI stopped doing this and it really hurt my Etsy business this year. What's worse is the year is not over yet and the biggest sales month is yet to come... yikes!!!! Tune in to find out what I did so you can learn and not make the same mistake. I'm sure you'll also get a few tips on things to do that will help your Etsy business.
Answering This One Etsy Question Got Me Triggered
October 30, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 38.1 MBI get a lot of great questions on my YouTube channel where I talk about all things Etsy. I wanted to answer some of those questions today and encourage you to check out that channel with additional content to help you with your Etsy business. Make sure to go over there and subscribe so you get notified when new episodes come out. Check out that channel here: www.youtube.com/@handmadeandbeyond
Etsy Seller News Episode 11 - This Is Forbidden!
October 28, 2022 13:00 - 13 minutes - 25.5 MBIt's an all-new Etsy Seller news episode with all the latest and greatest updates you need to know about! In this episode I talk about how customers can checkout directly on Google when they buy your Etsy stuff, recent star seller changes, a banned item you should steer clear of, and more...
#1 Truth To More Etsy Sales - This Is The Silver Bullet!
October 25, 2022 14:23 - 22 minutes - 41.6 MBToday I want to talk about The #1 truth to sell more on Etsy which is…. If you list more, you’ll sell more! That’s it.. the end lol j/k. Today I want to dive into this topic more & give you some tips on how to do this more successfully. It's not as easy as you think. You don't want to miss this one! Don't forget to download my Etsy Listing Success Guide which pairs nicely with this episode. It'll give you tips on optimizing your listings to get more traffic and increase your chances o...
Top Etsy Sellers Do These 5 Things...
October 11, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 37 MBMany people start an Etsy business to sell their amazing creations. A lot of sellers have the goal of going full-time with their Etsy business or at least making a nice chunk of change each year to supplement their income. When that doesn't happen, it gets very difficult to keep moving forward. I can totally understand that frustration because I've been there. If you're feeling that way this episode is for you! There are TONS of very successful Etsy sellers out there. Which is great n...
Hurricane Ian Craziness & Etsy Updates
October 07, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 31 MBI'm back and safe from hurricane Ian! But I do have a few stories of craziness caused by the hurricane. It has been quite the adventure... Many of my fellow Floridians were devastated by this hurricane. If you can help in any way it will be greatly appreciated. You can donate at www.redcross.org. Oh and I do have some new Etsy seller news items to go over with you as well! I go over recent Etsy listing changes that include returns and sustainability attributes. I also talk abo...
How I Messed Up My Etsy Biz
September 27, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 31.5 MBYay!!! It's a mess up episode! With selling on Etsy or anywhere, you'll make A LOT of mistakes. This shouldn't hinder you or get you down when it happens. The sooner you embrace your mistakes and learn from them, the better off you'll be. To help you overcome and prepare for your mistakes, I wanted to bring you a mistake-filled episode full of some of the biggest mistakes I've made in my Etsy journey. I also talk about what I've learned from each mistake, which is the most important...
How To Capitalize On Etsy Trends To Get MORE Sales!
September 20, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 26.3 MBCapitalizing on Etsy trends can easily boost your revenue throughout the year. What's more, it's not very hard for any niche to do if you know how. Today I want to give you an easy, 3 step process to help you find and capitalize on Etsy trends. Need help getting to your first 100 Etsy sales and beyond?! Snag this free guide to help you do just that! Click Here
Etsy Seller News: New Ads Coming, Handbook Redesign, New Tool & More!
September 16, 2022 14:17 - 10 minutes - 19.3 MBI'm back with some more Etsy news for ya! Here's what's covered in this week's episode: Etsy CEO Josh Silverman announced new fall tv ad campaigns expected to start in November. Etsy is redesigning the seller handbook with a new homepage coming in the next few weeks. Their goal is to make it easier to find information and make it more concise. Etsy also launched a virtual holiday selling event called Etsyup where they talk about trends, marketing, and search. You can view this vi...
Banned On Etsy - Stay Away From These!
September 13, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 23.7 MBLike any e-commerce platform, Etsy restricts what you can and cannot sell. It's important to know what these restrictions are so you don't get your listings taken down or even worse your shop suspended/closed. Some of what is restricted may be obvious such as trademarked items or guns. But I really wanted to do this episode to talk about the things that are less obvious. These are the items that you have to be careful of accidentally selling. And unfortunately, the excuse of not know...
Etsy Rolls Out 24/7 Chat, Video Reviews & More + A New Freaky Friday!
September 09, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 31.6 MBIt's an all-new Etsy seller news packed full of all the updates you need to know! Here's what's covered in this episode: -Are bad reviews being displayed in a way that hurts your Etsy shop? -Don't forget to verify your bank account with Plaid to keep getting paid -Etsy rolls out 24/7 live chat support... but there's a catch -Etsy buyers can now post video reviews... get all the deets Don't miss the Freaky Friday Segment to see all my funny, weird, and cool Etsy finds! Here are...
My First $100,000 on Etsy with NO Social Media - Here's How
August 31, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 13.6 MBThis subject may be controversial, especially in the social media age. But I also know that many new Etsy sellers put a lot of their time and energy into social media when they should be spending it on their business. Social media can be a distraction and prevent you from moving your business forward. In today's episode, I want to discuss if it's the right time for social media in your business and give you some great alternatives to improve sales without it. Need help getting to ...
Can You Make Etsy Your Full-Time Job?
August 23, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 49.1 MBThis is the burning question that many Etsy sellers want to know. The truth may surprise you. You CAN make Etsy your full-time job, but few sellers will. In today's episode I dive into what prevents Etsy sellers from going full-time, the process I went through to take my Etsy business full-time 4 years ago, and the pros/cons of going full-time with your business. This is a can't-miss episode! Snag my all-new guide, "Get Your First 100 Sales On Etsy"
More Bad USPS News, Updates Feed, $2.85 Million In Sales & More!
August 19, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 30.4 MBWelcome to an all-new episode of Etsy Seller News! Here's what's covered in this episode: USPS holiday price increases Oct 5th through the week after Christmas and then back up in the middle of January. The cost depends on weight and distance. Also, they're getting rid of 15K jobs but they'll still be able to handle shipping with no delays… Etsy updates feed: Etsy released a statement last week explaining the importance and how the updates feed works for buyer...
Doing This Could Harm Your Etsy Shop!
August 09, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 31.1 MBI bet that title got your attention! Of course, you want to make sure you're not doing anything that could hurt your shop performance. It's hard enough as it is to get sales. Well, I am here to save the day with this new episode so you know what not to do in your shop. I talk about the #1 thing you should avoid as well as some other common mistakes sellers make. Sit back, grab a coffee and let's dive in!
Etsy Seller News: App Notes, Purchase Protection, Holiday Cal & More
August 05, 2022 13:48 - 18 minutes - 34 MBIt's a new seller news episode to keep you up to date on the most important news for Etsy sellers! In this episode, I talk about the Etsy seller app notes release, Etsy purchase protection, an in-depth holiday calendar, and everyone's favorite "Killin' It" segment! You don't want to miss this one!
Should You Sell Internationally?
August 03, 2022 13:39 - 16 minutes - 30.3 MBShipping internationally can lead to bigger sales but it can also open a can of worms for your business. Is it worth it? This is what I dive into in today's episode. I'll talk about the pros such as reaching a bigger audience, targeting your niche, more recognition, and more... I'll also cover the biggest cons such as shipping, returns, country rules, and more... Don't forget to snag my free Etsy SEO Revealed eBook with new updates including the latest Etsy SEO changes. Get it here...
Etsy Seller News: USPS Delays, Etsy Messenger Changes, Awards & More!
July 29, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 32.6 MBHere's what's in this week's episode of Etsy Seller News: -USPS delays due to flooding -USPS removes offered service -Etsy messenger changes See more about these changes here: https://www.eseller365.com/etsy-new-messaging-system-tweaks-faq/ -Etsy 2022 Design Awards See all the award winners here: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story And.... A NEW, fan favorite Freaky Friday Segment! Here's the listings mentioned: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1038876227/accountability-...
What's the BEST Etsy Tool? Alura VS. erank
July 26, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 54.9 MBToday's episode is an epic battle to see which Etsy tool is the BEST. There are a lot of tools out there to help you with your Etsy shop, but in my opinion, there are only two top contenders. That is Alura and erank. However, there are some significant differences between each. I am going to cover the similarities and differences so you can decide what's the best tool for you to use. Get your free trial of Alura here and see what all the fuss is about! https://www.alura.io/?via=L...
Etsy Seller News: New Etsy App, USPS Rate Sage, Missing Body & More!
July 22, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 32.7 MBI'm back with a fresh episode of Etsy Seller News! In today's episode I go over the new Etsy Seller App and the main features, talk about some confusion with USPS reseller shipping discount program ending, and touch on a story about a missing body in a Fedex package! I also roll out a new segment, "Tool of the Week!" No not tool as in jerk of a person, but tool as in a cool and helpful resource you can use for your Etsy business. This week I talk about CraftKit. A really simple tool...
5 Ways To Start Preparing Your Etsy Shop For The Holidays
July 19, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 25.8 MBIt's a special Christmas in July episode! I know probably the last thing many of you want to think about right now is the holidays. It seems so far out... Well for sellers it's right around the corner. And to help ensure you have a successful sales season during the holidays, you must start preparing your Etsy shop now! This is so you can avoid overwhelm and stress during the holiday season when you have a million other things to worry about. With this episode, I want to give you 5 ...
Etsy Seller News: Etsy Scam, Promotional Listing Removal, Pinterest Updates & More!
July 15, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 29.6 MBI'm back with a new, July 14th edition of Etsy seller news! Here's what's covered in today's episode: Etsy removes 100 promotional listings New Pinterest updates: product tagging on pins video in product catalogs shop tab on business profiles New Etsy scam New NFT launch from SI exclusively on eBay. Will NFTs ever be allowed on Etsy? Freaky Friday Segment: Baby arm headband - 10 sales = $200 bucks https://www.etsy.com/listing/858731430/baby-arm-headband?ga_order=most...
5 Must-Try Etsy Ad Tweaks
July 12, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 26.9 MBNeed more help with Etsy Ads? Snag this FREE Etsy ads cheatsheet: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyads Etsy ads are always a hot topic. Some say they work great, many more say they don't work, and some sellers are just afraid to try them. Ads aren't suitable for every seller, business, or niche. But they can work and give you a nice income boost for your business if you run them the RIGHT way. I want to give you 5 must-try Etsy Ad Tweaks in this episode to help you have more succe...
Etsy Seller News: USPS Shipping Rate Increase, Etsy One Click Buy, Returns & More!
July 08, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 29.7 MBEtsy seller news is back! Today's episode is all about the USPS shipping rate increase starting July 10th, Etsy's new one-click buy options, returns and I feature one Etsy shop with over 8 million in sales!!! You don't want to miss this! Get the absolute BEST Etsy keyword & performance tool on the market. Click the link for a free trial: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY Check out today's Killin' It feature Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PlannerKate1
5 Easy Ways To Make More Money On Etsy
July 05, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 28.2 MBMoney, money, money.... I can hear the old song by the O'Jays playing in my head...lol. Starting an Etsy business can be very exciting and fulfilling. It may be something that has been a goal for a long time. But more often than not the next struggle after opening is getting sales. It can be tough to deal with. It's all part of the journey everyone goes through. I want to help you move along on your journey a little faster and snag some extra money with your Etsy shop. This episo...
NEW Etsy Seller News! Mileage increase, Etsy changes, trademarks, trends & more!
July 01, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 28 MBI'm back with an all new Friday episode for you! Etsy Seller News will bring you everything you need to know with recent updates, changes, and relevant information for sellers. Oh, and of course, I'm going to have a little fun with some special segments included in the episode as well. Check out the all new Seller News episode now!
Bad Etsy Advice To Avoid: Don't Make These Mistakes!
June 28, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 35.8 MBEveryone has advice, especially when it comes to Etsy. But that doesn't mean it's "good" advice. If you're following the wrong advice, that can lean to big mistakes in your business that will hinder your progress and slow you down. I know you don't want that, right? That's why in this episode I am going to give you 5 of the WORST things I've heard when it comes to Etsy advice so you don't make these mistakes. I want to sort this out for you! Do you want some great advice when it c...
No Etsy Sales? Try This Strategy
June 21, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 42.4 MBI know you want to hear the cha-chings, but what happens when it’s crickets instead? This will inevitably happen, even for shops that traditionally perform well. Does it mean the world is ending? NO! It just means that you have to dig your heels in and put in a little work to get a boost in your shop. I have a strategy just for you that you can follow when sales seem to be drying up and want to share that with you today. Like I mentioned in the video, Alura is a fantastic tool t...
3 BIG Etsy Changes Including Seller Purchase Protection!
June 14, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 42.1 MBMore Etsy changes are here! ALL online platforms are constantly changing and will always be changing. It's important to keep this in mind when selling because if you don't like change, you won't like selling online! I'm a glass half full kinda guy and I like to give Etsy the benefit of the doubt with changes. I do believe that they try to do what's best for buyers and sellers, not because they are the Mother Teresa of companies, but because it impacts their bottom line if people are ...
Can POD Shops Make Money On Etsy? Pros & Cons
June 11, 2022 16:00 - 23 minutes - 44 MBI get asked a bunch if POD shops can actually make money on Etsy... My answer is yes and no. Just like any business, there is no guarantee. Some shops make a lot of money and some make no money. Much of a POD shop's success comes down to the owner. There are a lot of variables that helps to promote success or failure. Today I want to break down some pros and cons of starting a POD business so you can decide if this model is right for you. After that, much of your success will come f...
Etsy Pattern VS. Shopify
May 24, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 39.6 MBI get a lot of questions about sellers wanting to start their own domain outside of Etsy. Now, with so many options this is fairly easy to do, but how do you know which option is best for you? Two of the most common options with Etsy sellers are Pattern and Shopify. I have personally used both and figured it’d be good to break them both down for you and give you the pros and cons of each. This episode is an epic battle of Pattern VS. Shopify! Hey did you know we're almost halfway th...
Etsy SEO Update! Listing Descriptions Now Included In Search Ranking
May 18, 2022 14:40 - 10 minutes - 20.2 MBEtsy search has changed to include listing descriptions. This is an important SEO change. Here's what's covered in this podcast: Do’s and Don’ts: -DO try to incorporate relevant keywords in the first few sentences of your listings. -DON'T copy your title verbatim into your description. -DON'T just list keywords you want to rank for. -DO write sentences talking about your product that naturally incorporate relevant, important keywords. -Do write for humans not robots. -Do c...
5 Tips To Help You Manage Your Etsy Biz
May 17, 2022 11:45 - 17 minutes - 33 MBSo I am moving…. Into an RV! And no I haven’t gone crazy, at least I don't think so lol. Today I want to talk about how I am going to manage my Etsy business from an RV & give you the 5 strategies to help me do it. What's cool is that these tips can be applied to everyone who's running a business. That's why I want to share them with you. Do you need help determining if Etsy ads are right for you or how to run them? Snag my free Etsy ads cheatsheet. This is a pretty cool guide I...
Are You Taking Advantage Of Etsy’s Visual Marketing Features?
May 10, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 35.4 MBHave you ever looked at your shop from a buyer’s perspective and tried to understand their journey & why they buy? A lot of sellers decide to buy or not buy based on what they see in your shop. And some of what they see is nothing more than visual marketing which has the sole purpose of getting more buyers. Today's episode is all about taking advantage of Etsy's visual marketing features & badges so YOU can get more sales. Need help getting more reviews? Snag my Etsy Review Formul...
5 Etsy Real Estate Areas To Focus On So You Can Get More Customers
May 03, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 22.9 MBDo you have unused Etsy real estate? Real estate market is hot! It’s the craziest it will probably ever be in our lifetime. When it comes to selling online there is also IMPORTANT real estate to consider. Taking advantage of the space Etsy gives you to win over customers is a key part of success on the platform. Today I am going to give you 5 Etsy real estate areas to focus on so you can get more customers. Need additional help with Etsy SEO? This is the BIGGEST hurdle Etsy sell...
How To Get Out Of A Creativity Rut
April 26, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 22.5 MBCreativity is clearly very important as a handmade seller. It's pretty much the DNA that holds everything together. But it's common to find yourself in a creativity rut from time to time. Sometimes it's hard to come up with new ideas or stay motivated to create new products. That's normal and something we have to learn to push past. In today's episode, I want to give you 5 tips that I've used over the years to help get me out of the dreaded creativity rut. If you're a new Etsy selle...
25 Etsy Tips To Grow Your Business In 2022
April 12, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 50.8 MBI know you want to grow your Etsy business sooner than later. Making more money in your business just makes things easier. I get it. I'm always working to grow and improve my business as well. Well, today I'm bringing you not 1, not 3, but 25 of my best tips to grow your business in 2022! There's tons of gold nuggets in this episode that you don't want to miss! Up your Etsy SEO game with my free ebook. Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess
How To Identify What Problems Your Etsy Products Solve So You Can Market Better
April 05, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 27.8 MBBelieve it or not all products sold solve some type of problem although it may not be quite clear what the problem is. Granted some problems are very small and others are very big. Nonetheless, understanding what problems your products solve and the solutions it brings to the table allows you to market to your customers better. Knowing the problems and solutions helps position your products better to customers, convince them YOUR product is best for them, and reassure them they're maki...
3 Ways To Get Customers To Leave MORE Reviews
March 29, 2022 19:00 - 15 minutes - 28.1 MBReviews are super important to an Etsy shop's success. They help build trust with future customers but also help with SEO. The Etsy algorithm sends more traffic to shops that have a 5 star review average. Why? Well, 5 star review shops have highly satisfied customers which are good for that shop and good for Etsy. The more buyers are pleased, the higher chance they'll return and buy from Etsy again. But it's tough getting reviews, especially early on which can be frustrating knowing how...