Jewellers Academy Podcast
204 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -Jessica Rose is a serial jewellery business owner and the Founder of multi-award-winning London Jewellery School and Jewellers Academy. Having helped over a million people learn jewellery-making, she passionately believes anyone can have a successful business making and selling things they love. Each week, you'll hear tips, support and practical advice on how to launch your jewellery or handmade business as well as inspiring interviews.
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201. Ribbon Rings Going Viral - Last year I nearly gave up my business… Now it’s stronger than ever - with Anna Sweet from This Story Jewellery
April 22, 2024 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats to Anna Sweet, a jewellery maker who specializes in creating unique pieces with a focus on storytelling, who also features in episode one of the Handmade Jewellers. Anna discusses her journey in the jewellery business, which hit a rough patch when she felt demotivated and lacked creativity. She even contemplated quitting her business. However, after taking a break and stepping back from the pressure, she found renewed inspiration. A pivotal moment came wh...
200. Which Diploma To Choose? - How to know which one is best for you! With Jessica Rose & Tori Foster
April 18, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBIn this week's bonus episode, Jess and Tori discuss the various silver jewellery diploma programmes offered by Jewellers Academy and how to choose the right one. They cover the silver jewellery diploma, the fine jewellery diploma, the advanced jewellery diploma, and the silver metal clay diploma. Tori, who has completed three of the four programmes, shares her experiences and insights into the progression from one diploma to the next. They emphasize the importance of understanding the curr...
199. The Handmade Jewellers - BRAND NEW - TV show Series about the Craft of Handmade Jewellery
April 15, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this week's episode, Jess and Anna introduce a new TV-like show called 'The Handmade Jewellers,' which offers viewers a unique glimpse into the world of handmade jewellers. Hosted by Jess, the series will broadcast on the Jewellers Academy YouTube channel and features visits to five different jewellers' studios, including homes, shops, and garden sheds. Featured in the programme are Anna Sweet (@thisstoryjewellery), Susannah King (@susannahkinglondon), Ange B (@angebdesigns), Iain Sains...
198. Making Botanical Jewellery in Silver Metal Clay with Anna Campbell
April 08, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this week's episode, Jess and Anna Campbell discuss an exciting new silver clay jewellery-making course at Jewellers Academy. Anna Campbell, from Jewellery School Scotland, is the teacher for 'Silver Leaf and Botanical Jewellery', a course suitable for beginners to silver metal clay to learn how to make nature-inspired creations. This brand new course is currently available at 50% off in our pre-sale. 1 What is botanical jewellery? 2 Why is metal clay so accessible for beginners? 4 H...
197. Why Experienced Jewellers are choosing the Diploma Program with Graduate Jen Morant-Smith
April 01, 2024 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this week's episode, Ellen Horgan chats with Jen Morant Smith, a jeweller specializing in sustainable materials. Jen shares her journey, beginning with her passion for recycled metals and other found materials like sea glass and pottery. She discusses her motivation to turn discarded items into meaningful jewellery and her journey from a hobbyist to a professional. Jen also discusses her decision to enroll in the Jewellers Academy diploma in silver jewellery, seeking a formal qualificat...
196. Running a Jewellery Business Alongside My Job Which I love Too! - Meet Tressa Amir: Surgeon and Fine Jeweller
March 25, 2024 06:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats to Tressa, a surgeon and jewellery maker, and explores her journey into jewellery making alongside her medical career. Tressa shares how her interest in jewellery making was sparked during a blacksmithing course with her stepson and how it gradually evolved into a consuming hobby. Despite her busy schedule as a surgeon, Tressa dedicated time to learn jewellery making firstly through short courses and then through diplomas with the Jewellers Academy, event...
195. Beyond the Bench: Tips for Stepping Out of Your Creative Comfort Zone with Anna Campbell & Heidi Hinda Chadwick
March 18, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBIn this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, host Anna Campbell is talking with Heidi Hinda Chadwick. Heidi is a Creative Life Coach and Anna is a Business and Mindset Coach and they are each other's coaches! In this conversation they dive into the subject of navigating our comfort zone looking at what a comfort zone is, how to know you are in your comfort zone, tips for getting out of your comfort zone and much more. This is an inspiring and gentle look at how and when we grow. ...
194. 5 things you will learn on the new FREE course - Make a Silver Convertible Brooch Pendant with Laura Jayne
March 11, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this week's episode, Jess and Laura Jayne discuss an exciting new FREE silver jewellery-making course at Jewellers Academy. Laura Jane, from Small Dog Silver, is the teacher for 'Make a Silver Convertible Brooch Pendant', which focuses on creating a brooch that can also be converted into a pendant, combining vintage style with modern appeal. Jess and Laura Jayne share some great tips that feature in the course, such as transferring designs onto metal using sticker printers, using blade...
193. Creating a Real-Life Jewellery Community with Elin Horgan & Bethany from Silver + Steel Studios
March 04, 2024 06:00 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this week's episode, host Elin Horgan welcomes Bethany from Silver & Steel, a jewellery studio in Bristol, UK. Bethany shares her journey into jewellery making, detailing how her passion for the craft led her to establish Silver & Steel. Bethany discusses her ambition to create a sustainable creative community by providing a platform for local independent designers, offering workshops for the public, and providing studio space for jewellers to work and learn together. She emphasizes th...
192. New Techniques in Creating Botanical Jewellery with Nicole Ringgold and Michelle Lierre
February 26, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn this week's episode, Michelle Lierre chats to Nicole Ringgold who is a silversmith and the author of the upcoming book The New Silversmith. Nicole discusses her journey into silversmithing, which began unexpectedly while constructing her home in 2009. Despite facing challenges like losing her home and studio to a wildfire in 2014, Nicole decided to pursue silversmithing full-time. Nicole's determination to succeed, coupled with her desire to be a role model for her daughter, drove her thr...
191. 5 Days of Silver Metal Clay - Come and Join the Fun Free Challenge With Us - With Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell
February 19, 2024 06:00 - 19 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this week's episode, hosts Jess and Anna discuss an upcoming project called the "5 Days of Silver Metal Clay." The 5-day event aims to introduce participants to silver metal clay, a versatile material for jewellery making. Anna, an experienced silver metal clay tutor, explains the nature of metal clay, its variations, and its environmentally friendly aspects. Throughout the five days, participants will explore different techniques, including making name necklaces, adding embellishments,...
190: Becoming a B-Corp as a Jeweller with Anna Mcloughlin of Anna Fine Jewellery
February 12, 2024 06:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, host Kim Thomson is speaking with Anna Mcloughlin. Anna is an Ethical Designer/Goldsmith specialising in creating mini wearable sculptures and remodelling jewellery. Her jewellery business is B-Corp certified and she recently won the 2023 Halo Award from the British Hallmarking Council. Anna talks about her training as a jeweller and her career to date. She explains how she ended up applying to be a B-Corp and the process you need to...
189. The Story of a Multi-Award Winning Jeweller and Advanced Diploma Student - Sally Costen - The Clerkenwell Jeweller
February 05, 2024 06:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats with Sally Costen, The Clerkenwell Jeweller, and discusses her journey into jewellery making. Sally, who started as a graphic designer, shares her passion for jewellery and how she rediscovered her love for it through courses at Jewellers Academy. The conversation delves into Sally's creative process, which involves extensive sketching and a love for making quirky and humorous pieces. Sally also talks about her experience applying for awards. The discussion...
188. Boost your SEO using Google Reviews - with Anna Campbell & Sally How
January 29, 2024 06:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this week's episode, Anna chats to Sally How, a sustainable jewellery maker and workshop teacher. Sally specializes in eco-friendly silver and single-origin gold and offers workshops, including wedding ring making sessions near Harrogate, UK. This episode's all about using Google reviews to promote a jewellery business. Sally shares her strategy, emphasizing the importance of Google reviews for enhancing visibility and credibility. She suggests asking customers for reviews and provides ...
187. 10 Money Mindset Tips to Grow a Thriving Jewellery Business in 2024 with Jessica Rose
January 22, 2024 06:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIf you've ever struggled with your relationship with money then this episode for you. Jess talks about the importance of the relationship we have with money and its impact on both our business and personal life. The formation of our core beliefs around money are often established by the age of 7 so any patterns that you have around money, abundance and lack are deep rooted. Jess gives her ten tips and thoughts around money and talks candidly about losing £50,000 overnight and what that taugh...
186. Taking the Leap to Leave the Day Job and Build My Own Jewellery Business - with Jewelfund Winner & Diploma Graduate Emily Lisbeth Jewellery
January 15, 2024 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats with Emily, founder of Emily Lisbeth Jewellery, Jewellers Academy graduate and Jewelfund winner. She shares her inspiring journey into jewellery making, detailing her transition from administrative roles to pursuing her passion. She reflects on the challenges of balancing work and motherhood and the discussion touches on the natural evolution of a jewellery business and the importance of allowing it to grow organically, without excessive comparison to oth...
185. Perfectionism, Procrastination and Comparison with Ruthie Johnson of Ruthie and Rose
January 07, 2024 23:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this week's episode, host Elin Horgan welcomes Ruthie Johnson from Ruthie and Rose, a holistic success coach for ambitious women. Ruthie shares her personal journey from experiencing burnout in a high-profile corporate job to transitioning into entrepreneurship. The conversation covers mindset issues relevant to jewellers and small business owners, emphasizing the importance of slowing down, reevaluating priorities, and finding alignment with one's passions. Ruthie touches on the societ...
184. 2024: What's Your Word of the Year? Setting yourself up for success and setting your intention with Jessica Rose & Anna Campbell
January 01, 2024 02:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBHave you ever chosen a word of the year? In our first podcast episode of 2024, Jess speaks with Anna Campbell about their process for selecting a word that will be their guiding theme for the upcoming year. They talk about the practicalities of choosing a word, the words they’ve chosen for 2024 and why as well as the words they had for previous years. We hope this episode will inspire you to choose your word for 2024 too! Key discussion points from this episode: The Purpose of Choosing...
183. How Much do you Know About Jewellery? Try Our 2023 Festive Fun Quiz!
December 25, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBAre you ready to test your knowledge about precious metals and jewellery making? Join us for this special episode, where the Jewellers Academy team members — Jessica Rose, Anna Campbell, Julia Rai, April and Tori — quiz each other and you about all things jewellery. Grab a pen and paper, join in the fun and see how many correct answers you get! Quiz Questions: What are the Four C's? (3:16) What would a metal clay artist use nuts and bolts for? (10:49) What is the name for the stone s...
182. The Jewellers Retreat Season 2 - Meet the Jewellers: Tressa, Kath and Kate
December 17, 2023 23:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats to all three participants of season 2 of the Jeweller's Retreat - Kath Dare, Tressa Amir, and Kate Seow - who are experienced jewellers enrolled in the Advanced Jewelry Diploma. Kath, Tressa and Kate share their initial apprehensions about being on camera and discuss their eventual enthusiasm for the unique and challenging experience. They give insights into the behind-the-scenes aspects of the Jewellers Retreat and reflect on their favourite days and pi...
181. 5 Reasons You Can't Miss The Jewellers Retreat - Season 2
December 10, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this week's episode, Jess speaks with fellow producer Anna Campbell about Season Two of The Jewellers Retreat, which premieres on the Jewellers Academy YouTube channel on Wednesday 13th December 2023 at 8pm GMT. This year features three Jewellers Academy Advanced Diploma students - Tressa from Russian Blue Jewellery, Kath from Kath Dare Jewellery and Kate from Kate Seow Jewellery. Jess and Anna discuss the exceptional making skills showcased by these amazing jewellers, share some behind...
180. Energy Management is the New Time Management - with Patricia from Design Trust
December 08, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBIn this episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, Jess speaks with Patricia van den Akker from The Design Trust about the importance of managing our energy. We know a lot about managing our time but that’s not the whole story as not all tasks take the same amount of energy for us to complete. In this engaging discussion, Jess and Patricia talk about the importance of self-awareness, acknowledging our stress levels, and finding ways to manage and express emotions as a creative business owners...
179. Six Ways to Develop Your Jewellery Making Skills in 2024 - with Jessica Rose
December 03, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this week's episode, Jess discusses six exciting ways to develop your jewellery-making skills in 2024 with Jewellers Academy, whether you're a beginner or an already accomplished jeweller. Emphasizing the joy of learning and the mindfulness aspect it brings, Jess talks about various Jewellers Academy programs, including 10 Days of Silver Jewellery Making, the Foundation in Silver Jewellery course, the Diploma in Silver Jewellery, the Diploma in Fine Jewellery and the Advanced Jewellery Di...
178. From Jewellery Maker to Gemstone Emporium - with Jane Mooney of Treasured Gem Hunter
November 26, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBIn this week's episode, Kim Thomson chats with Jane Mooney of Treasured Gem Hunter. We learn how she went from jewellery maker to gemstone emporium owner and she gives us fascinating insight into the world of gemstones and how the industry is changing. Episode Description: What sparked your interest in gemstones? (2:18) Was it hard to turn your passion for gemstones into a business? (5:52) What's the highlight of your career so far? (34:20) Where can we find you on the web? (50:51) ...
177. Beyond a transaction: Crafting an excellent Customer Experience - with Fran founder of And So The Journey Begins
November 19, 2023 23:00 - 42 minutes - 79.6 MBIn this week's episode, Anna chats with Fran, client experience specialist, about all things customer experience. Fran, founder of And So the Journey Begins, shares her knowledge on what customer experience is, setting customer expectations, making the experience personal, turning customers into repeat customers and much more. Episode Description: What do we mean by customer experience? (1:35) How can we set customer expectations? (6:56) How can we make the experience more personal? (...
176: My Jewellery Business Journey: From The Kitchen Table to the Tate Liverpool - with Mareike Wehner
November 12, 2023 23:00 - 52 minutes - 98.3 MBIn this week's episode, Kim Thompson chats with jeweller Mareike Wehner of byMaraca Jewellery. They discuss how Mareike became interested in jewellery, her creative and crafty background, how she manages her jewellery business, how she came to have her jewellery on sale at the prestigious Tate Liverpool art gallery and more. Episode Description: What sparked your interest in jewellery making? (1:37) How did you manage learning jewellery making while working? (11:45) When did you deci...
175. How to Run a Successful Pop-Up Shop - with Matt Hopkins, founder of The Great Brand Exchange
November 05, 2023 22:00 - 37 minutes - 69.7 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats with Matt Hopkins, founder of The Great Brand Exchange. The Great Brand Exchange helps small businesses grow and scale by giving them routes into high-street retail and helps bring exciting, unique, local products to major retailers. Since its inception, the Great Brand Exchange has generated £50 million in revenue for small businesses, managed 5,000 pop-up events and created an active network of 12,000 emerging brands. Episode Description: How did the ...
174. How to Maintain and Modify Your Tools with Michelle Lierre & Chris Anderson of Lion Punch Forge
October 29, 2023 22:00 - 51 minutes - 95.3 MBIn this week's episode, Michelle Lierre dives into an in-depth discussion with Chris of Lion Punch Forge on maintaining and modifying the steel tools that jewellers typically use. Chris teaches us about the fundamentals of steel as a material, the different kinds of steel, how steel behaves differently to the metals jewellers use to make jewellery and how it's possible for jewellers to modify their own steel tools. Episode Description: How did Chris get into the industry? (2:04) What is...
173. Getting Started with Silver Jewellery Making - Introducing the Foundation in Silver Jewellery - 5 Week Programme
October 22, 2023 22:00 - 34 minutes - 63.8 MBIn this week's episode, Jess introduces the new Jewellers Academy Foundation in Silver Jewellery. This 5-week course is an in-depth introduction to silver jewellery making suitable for beginners who are looking for a structured, supported online training for their first steps in making silver jewellery from home. Listen as Jess takes us through all the details of this exciting new course. Resources: Foundation in Silver Jewellery Learn more about Jewellers Academy Watch this epi...
172. 10 Essential Tools for Getting Started with Silver Jewellery Making - with Laura Jayne and Jessica Rose
October 15, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 84.7 MBIn this week's episode, Jess chats with jeweller Laura Jayne about 10 essential tools for getting started with silver jewellery making. Laura Jayne teaches the brand new Jewellers Academy Foundation in Silver Jewellery course. To celebrate this she joins us on the show to take us through the absolute essential tools every budding silver jewellery maker needs and shares lots of other useful hints and tips around tools. Episode Description: Getting started with silver jewellery making (3...
171. Selling Out a Fine Jewellery Collection on TikTok with Susannah King
October 08, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 74.9 MBIn this week's episode, Jess has a fascinating chat with London-based fine jeweller Susannah King. Susannah reveals who inspired her to enter into the world of jewellery making, her philosophy around how she markets herself, her creative processes, the story behind her stunning success on TikTok and more. Episode Description: Today we're talking with fine jewellery Susannah King (1:01) How did you come to jewellery making? (2:44) When did you start making as opposed to repairing? (7:...
170. Your Roadmap to Growing a Jewellery Business - with Jessica Rose
October 01, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this week's episode, Jess presents the full recording of her webinar 'Your Roadmap to Growing a Jewellery Business.' Listen as Jess sets out a clear roadmap for growing your jewellery business, details what you need and what your business needs, and discusses how the Jewellery Business Academy can help anyone grow a successful jewellery business. Episode Description: Webinar begins (4:14) What you need (9:37) What the business needs (16:36) Building a business takes time (44:...
169. Grow Your Jewellery Business: 5 Reasons to Join The Jewellery Business Academy - with Jessica Rose & Anna Campbell
September 24, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutes - 60.5 MBIn this week's episode, Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell dive into five amazing reasons to join the Jewellery Business Academy, the new programme aimed at helping anyone build a profitable, successful and sustainable jewellery business. Listen now to find out the many ways in which the Jewellery Business Academy could help you grow your jewellery business. Episode Description: 1. Knowledge - Access to monthly training and resources that focus on what you need to do for your business (3:...
168. The Jewellery Business Academy is Here - Grow Your Business with Training, Mentoring and 1-2-1 Support from Jewellers Academy
September 17, 2023 22:00 - 25 minutes - 48.1 MBIn this week's episode, Jess announces the launch of The Jewellery Business Academy. This is an exciting new programme designed to offer monthly training, support, community and connection to jewellers who are either in the process of starting their own business or those up and running who are looking to learn more about the trade and grow. Listen now to find out if it's right for you. Episode Description: Introducing the Jewellery Business Academy (1:05) What is the main focus of t...
167. Engage with your ideal customer using Instagram stories with Marti from Wee Bit Social
September 10, 2023 22:00 - 43 minutes - 81.8 MBWe know that people buy from jewellers they know, like and trust but how do we build that relationship in an authentic way? This week on the Jewellers Academy podcast host Anna Campbell is joined by the insightful Marti from Wee Bit Social. Together, they delve into ways to use Instagram stories as a powerful tool for connecting with audiences and fostering those vital connections. Whether you are a seasoned Instagram pro or are just starting out, have a listen to discover innovative strateg...
166. New for 2023! 5 Jewellers Now Hosting the Jewellers Academy Podcast - with Jessica Rose, Anna Campbell, Michelle Lierre, Kim Thomson & Elin Horgan
September 03, 2023 22:00 - 25 minutes - 47.8 MBThe Jewellers Academy podcast is back for a new season! In this week’s episode, Jess explains the exciting new expanded format for the podcast and chats with three of her new co-hosts Michelle Lierre, Anna Campbell and Kim Thomson. Jeweller Elin Horgan is also joining the team. They share their backstories, what listeners can expect from them and their upcoming guests on the show and what 3 tools they would take to a desert island. Episode Description: New exciting format for the po...
165. JewelFund 2023 | £2000 to Grow Your Jewellery Business & A Podcast Break for the Summer with Jessica Rose
August 02, 2023 16:23 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBJewelFund is back for 2023, and this year we’re giving two jewellers £2000 and a mentoring package to help them grow their businesses. In this episode, Jess explains how the fund works and shares some tips for writing an application that stands out. She also shares some exciting updates about the future of the podcast, so make sure you follow the show on your favourite podcast platform to stay up to date! Episode Description: The JewelFund grant is back for 2023! (1:30) Exciting ch...
164. A Jewellery App to Make Ring Sizing and Wax Carving Much Easier - with Stelios Karantonas
July 23, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBDo measurements and calculations give you a headache? We have an exciting resource for you! In this episode, Jess talks with Stelios Karantonas about his new app for ring sizing, wax measurements, alloy calculations, and more. Stelios explains how it works and why it’s so useful for jewellers. He even shares how you can win a free download of the app, so make sure to listen until the end! Episode Description: Today we’re talking with Stelios Karantonas about his new app for jewellers...
163. What is the Halo Award and How Hallmarking Can Add to Your Story as a Jeweller
July 16, 2023 22:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBHallmarking isn’t just a standard to follow, it’s a powerful way to promote your business and educate your customers about jewellery quality. In this episode, Marianne Wilson and Charlotte Turner return to the podcast to talk about this year’s HALO Award, which honours jewellers who are promoting hallmarking in creative ways. Marianne and Charlotte explain how you can apply for the HALO Award, share examples of past year’s winners, and talk about the benefits of hallmarking for you and your ...
162. All About Pearls Plus a Free Certified Course on Pearls worth $500 For You - Interview with Jeremy Shepherd founder of Pearl Paradise
July 09, 2023 22:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIf you’ve ever wanted to learn more about pearls, where they come from, and how they’re graded, you’re in the right place! In this episode, Jess talks with Jeremy Shepherd, founder of Pearl Paradise and vice president of the Cultured Pearl Association of America. Jeremy tells us why he’s so passionate about pearls, breaks down each of the different types of pearls, and explains how they’re priced. He also has a special offer for Jewellers Academy listeners, so make sure to listen to the full...
161. What is your personality type and how it can help you succeed in your Jewellery Business with Anna Campbell
July 02, 2023 22:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIt’s much easier to run a business when you understand yourself and your motivations. In this episode, Anna C Campbell joins me to talk all things personality, focussing on the Four Tendencies theory from Gretchen Rubin. Anna explains the different tendencies - Upholder, Questioner, Rebel and Obliger and covers practical tips you can use to motivate yourself and play to your strengths in your jewellery business based on your personality type. You won’t want to miss this one! Episode D...
160. Jewellers Let's Write your Job Description with Jessica Rose
June 25, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBDo you know your jeweller job description? Knowing what your job is (and what it isn’t) will help you stay focused while also taking care of yourself. In this episode, Jess leads us through an exercise in defining our job description as jewellery business owners, from setting our working hours to thinking about our customers to responding to challenges. No matter where you are in your business journey, this episode has something for you! Episode Description: Today we’re going to do a...
159. Mid-Year Review for Your Jewellery Business and Preparing for Christmas in June
June 18, 2023 22:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBIt’s not too early to start planning for the holidays! In this episode, Jess walks through a mid-year review you can use to evaluate the first six months of 2023 and start preparing for the rest of the year. Whether you’re in your first year of business or you’re an experienced jewellery business owner, this episode has some excellent tools for reflection and planning. You won’t want to miss it! Episode Description: Today we’re talking about actions you can take now to plan for the r...
158. How to Craft the Perfect Instagram Caption with Social Jo
June 11, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBAre you struggling to grow your Instagram account or finding it hard to come up with content ideas? This episode is for you! Social media coach Jo Treadwell — also known as “Social Jo” — is sharing all of her top tips for writing great Instagram captions, selling without being too “sales-y,” making the most of hashtags, and more. Listen in to get all your caption questions answered! Episode Description: Today we’re talking with social media coach and Instagram specialist Jo Treadwell Ho...
157. How to Sell Your Jewellery - Learn from Vintage Jewellery Specialist Susannah Lovis - One of Mayfair's Most Respected Jewellers
June 04, 2023 22:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBThe art of selling doesn’t always come naturally to jewellers, but there are certain strategies you can learn to make your selling more effective. In this episode, Susannah Lovis shares some of her favourite questions to ask customers, tips for engaging with people in person and online, and more. Susannah is the owner of the vintage jewellery store Susannah Lovis Jewellers, and she has so many excellent insights to share! Episode Description: Today we’re talking with vintage jeweller...
156. Final Call for Jewellery Diplomas - Where do You Want to be With Your Jewellery Making a Year From Now?
May 28, 2023 22:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBThe deadline for joining one of our jewellery diplomas is coming up next week, so don’t wait to sign up! In this episode, Jess provides an overview of each of the diploma programmes, what you can expect to learn, and where to go for more information. She also explains why these diplomas are so beneficial for jewellers and she shares some encouragement about the importance of investing in yourself. Episode Description: Thank you to all of our podcast listeners! (1:45) This is the final we...
155. Top Tips for Getting Started With Silver Metalsmithing with Kim Thomson
May 21, 2023 22:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBThere are so many ways to learn silver jewellery making, so how do you know which methods and teachers are right for you? In this episode, jeweller and Jewellers Academy mentor Kim Thomson shares 7 of her tips for anyone getting started with silver metalsmithing. She talks about characteristics to look for in a teacher, the importance of community, overcoming imposter syndrome, and much more! Episode Description: This week Kim Thomson is sharing her top tips for silver metalsmithing ...
154. My Jewellery Business Funded my Place on The Diploma - Meet the Graduates - LIVE session
May 14, 2023 22:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBIf you’re on the fence about signing up for a jewellery diploma in 2023, this episode is for you! We share a live recording from a Q&A session with Jess and three of our jewellery diploma graduates. The jewellers answer questions about the diploma projects, the experience of doing the programme while working a full-time job, and much more. They also explain how the diplomas have helped them grow their skills and achieve their business goals. Episode Description: This week we’re shari...
153. Why Every Jeweller Should Learn Filigree and How to Get Started - With Expert Filigree Artist Michelle Lierre
May 07, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBFiligree can seem intimidating at first, but it’s a valuable skill for every jeweller. In this episode, Jess talks with filigree expert Michelle Lierre about her top tips for learning filigree. Michelle also shares 6 common mistakes people make with filigree and explains how you can troubleshoot each of those issues. Whether you already work with filigree or are looking to get started, you won’t want to miss this conversation! Episode Description: This week we’re talking with filigre...
152. Top 10 Tools for Silver Metal Clay with Petra Cameron
April 30, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBThe more you experiment with silver metal clay, the more you’ll realise just how many possibilities there are. In this episode, Jess talks with Petra Cameron of Metal Clay Ltd about her ten favourite tools for working with metal clay. From basic essentials to products you can use for new techniques, this episode has something for everyone! Episode Description: This week we’ll talk with Petra Cameron about her top ten metal clay tools (1:21) 1. Moisturising and storage pot (3:52) ...