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03/21/2024

In Episode 194 of the Custom Apparel Startups Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with industry expert Mike Angel about ClickWear, a Shopify app designed specifically for the custom apparel industry. Join us as we explore how ClickWear simplifies operations by allowing seamless management of product customization and orders directly within the Shopify interface, making the entire process more efficient and streamlined.
https://customapparelstartups.com/improve-online-sales-with-shopify-and-clickwear/

10/06/2023

Diversification plays an exponential role in overall business growth, join us for Episode 192 - How To Diversify Your Business, as we speak with Holly Wood, Product Manger at ColDesi.

https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-192-how-to-diversify-your-business/

05/26/2023

Looking to start/grow your custom apparel business? Are you trying to determine the best wholesale blank apparel options for your business?
In episode 191, of the Custom Apparel Startups Podcast we chat about how to determine the perfect blank apparel for Custom Screen Printing, Embroidery, Direct To Garment & Sublimation. Discussing topics like; best technologies for the industry, how to determine t-shirt types to sell, and overcoming common issues that arise. No matter if your business is trying sell to retailers, direct to market or online this episode will answer the questions we have all been asking and help you determine the best blank apparel for your business.
https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-191-what-is-the-best-t-shirt/

Choosing the right blanks is crucial to success of any promotional goods business, so how do you choose the right t-shirt for customization? The answer is that it depends on many factors, such as your decoration process, your equipment, and your customers. Tune in to learn how to choose the best t-s...

05/19/2023

Do you have a business, a side hustle, are you looking to earn more revenue, achieve financial freedom, or just enjoy what it is you do?
Check out episode 190 – Starting a Business, our experts teach you how to grow your business successfully whether you are just starting or your ready to take it to the next level.
https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-190-starting-a-business/

How do you start a new business, or take your side hustle to the next level? Marc Vila and Amir Bavi cover the steps and offer additional tips to getting started or growing your business.

05/12/2023

Understanding the Four Ps of Marketing is very important and can utilized to advertise your new business, improve your sales, reach your target market, or examine your current marketing efforts.

In episode 189 – The 4 Ps of Marketing, we define the Four Ps of Marketing and breakdown how you can apply them when building marketing strategy to help grow your business.
https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-189-the-4-ps-of-marketing/

Understanding the 4 Ps of marketing will help you create a marketing plan that perfectly aligns with your business goals and helps you grow your business.

05/09/2023

What is a social media strategy?
Why is having a presence on social media important for ?
What are the steps in building a successful ?

Join us for Episode 188 – Setting up Your Social Media Strategy, as we answer these questions and dive deep into the steps your business should take TODAY to optimize success on ALL social channels.

https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-188-setting-up-your-social-media-strategy/

A social media strategy will not only open new avenues for advertising, but will also help your business build trust with customers and prospects, grow brand awareness, and turn your customers into advocates for your small business. Learn how to set up and implement an effective social media strateg...

02/27/2023

Financing is one of the most important aspects of starting or growing a business but there's a ton of confusion surrounding it.

What if my credit score isn't high? What's the finance process like? Why do businesses finance equipment?

Tune in to this NEW episode to hear those questions and more answered by John Sullivant, President and finance expert at Adia Capital!

https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-187-expert-advice-on-equipment-financing-john-sullivant-adia-capital/

02/01/2023

It's the beginning of the year which means it's time to prep for new opportunities and challenges that can be expected with running a custom apparel business.

In this episode, you'll get some insight on what to do and what not to do to get your business ahead of the game.

Listen here: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-186-getting-ahead-of-2023/

06/04/2022

Are you thinking about getting into or expanding your custom t-shirt, embroidery or promo products business? Many entrepreneurs think ALL you need is the right device to make you product.. but there's more! Listen and find out what else there is to starting a business...

https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-175-what-you-need-to-start-a-custom-t-shirt-business-besides-a-printer/

04/02/2022

In this podcast episode we talk about your marketing check up! How healthy is your marketing? Is anything broken ? Is there any information incorrect?

There are some things that need your attention once in a while.

So go ahead and give it a listen: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-166/

03/29/2022

You have eyed an equipment you'd wish to buy one day... but is it what you REALLY need?

Maybe there are better options available. Listen to this podcast episode to find out: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-165/

03/26/2022

Listen to the second part of the podcast episode where we talk about your options (AND prices) when it comes to t-shirt printers.

Click here to listen: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-164/

03/21/2022

How much does t-shirt printing equipment cost?

Listen to this episode to find out about t-shirt printer options and prices: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-163/

02/23/2022

White toner printing ( ) is our most popular or start-up option. It's also cost effective, versatile and just a great way to get into making and - Watch this VERY long and detailed video/ to learn more about what you need to get started https://youtu.be/tD9L4rGolws

This episode is inspired by an article written on ColDesi.com. Its all about what you need to start a white toner transfer business. This episode is importan...

02/14/2022

The final part of our 3 part podcast on 2022 Business Planning for Customization Businesses will be out this week! Catch up before that and download Parts 1 and 2:
Episode 158 – 2022 Business Planning - Part 1 - Looking Back - Podcasts (customapparelstartups.com)
Episode 160 – 2022 Business Planning - Part 2 - Setting Goals - Podcastshttps://customapparelstartups.com/episode-160/

02/02/2022

Direct to Film printing is HOT. And it could be the best transfer printer for your business - but listen to this latest episode to find out the pros, cons and differences between DTF and everything else.

With guest Don Copeland
https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-159/

01/31/2022

Welcome to the first CASPodcast Episode for 2022! If you're a customizer, current business owner or want to START a custom t-shirt business, embroidery business, transfers, vinyl, signs or promotional products - this is YOUR podcast!

https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-158/

Episode 158 – 2022 Business Planning – Part 1 – Looking BackJan 26, 2022 This Episode  Mark Stephenson & Marc Vila  customapparelstartups.com  CAS Podcast  ColDesi You Will Learn How to plan your business for 2022 Resources & Links Colman and Company Blog Success Stories ColDesi Le...

07/16/2021

Learn how to hire an experts so they can help your business grow!

Full episode here: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-156/

07/08/2021

In this CAS Podcast episode, we are going to explain how we make our videos.

Full episode here: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-155/

06/30/2021

Learn how to start an embroidery business the right way!

Click here and listen to the full episode: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-154/

06/24/2021

Sometimes we mess up and let others down; sometimes we make mistakes which never meant to be made. We're humans - we screw up sometimes. But, we can learn from our mistakes and turn things around just as quickly.

Lessons can also be learned from the mistakes of others. Here, have a listen to the podcast we recorded: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-153/

In it, we share some our own mistakes as well mistakes big-name companies like Coca Cola and Volkswagen had made.

06/16/2021

Learn how to make 75k in custom tees by listening to this podcast right now: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-152/

06/07/2021

Learn how to choose the right t-shirt printer for your business!

Full episode here: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-151/

05/12/2021

In Today’s episode, we talk with Vik Patel, Director of Global Marketing for Sawgrass Inks about what sublimation is, the opportunity for business growth and why working with Sawgrass and ColDesi makes financial sense for almost any business.

Listen here: https://customapparelstartups.com/episode-150/