Ep. 14 Passive Income in a Handmade Business: Is It Real?
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Is “money while you sleep” actually possible when you run a handmade business? Or is passive income just a myth designed for influencers and digital marketers?
In this episode, Jaimee breaks down the real truth about passive income for makers, laser owners, and creative business owners. You'll learn what passive income actually looks like in a product-based business — and how you can start building income streams that don't rely on cutting, packaging, or shipping every single day.
From selling SVGs to starting mini courses, this episode is full of real-life examples, lessons learned, and actionable tips to help you start layering in income that works for you in the background.
What You’ll Learn:
- What passive income actually means (and what it doesn’t)
- Why it’s not “set it and forget it” — but still totally worth it
- 5 real passive income ideas for handmade business owners
- How to get started with SVGs or digital products (even if you're overwhelmed)
- The truth about customer service, tech support, and boundaries
- How to repurpose your existing work into new revenue streams
Passive Income Ideas Covered:
- Selling digital files (SVGs, templates, printables)
- Creating tutorials or mini-courses
- Earning affiliate commissions for tools and supplies
- Using print-on-demand to sell designs on physical products
- Bundling digital resources like e-books or holiday packs
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