Sawmill Business Podcast

In this episode, Steve Larosiliere interviews Jo Huddle, the owner of 5'1 Perspective. Jo shares her journey as a small business owner in the woodworking industry. She discusses how she started her business during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges she faced. Jo talks about reinvesting in a laser machine to scale her business and streamline her production process. She also highlights the rewards of being able to bring her customers' visions to life and the satisfaction of creating personalized keepsakes. Jo shares her experiences with marketing and the need to improve in that area. She expresses her desire to find more passive income streams and considers the possibility of hiring help in the future. Overall, Jo's story is a testament to the resilience and creativity of small business owners. Takeaways: Starting a small business during challenging times is possible with determination and resourcefulness.Investing in the right tools, like a laser machine, can help streamline production and scale th