The 2 Laser Engraving Business Models: Which One Will Make You More Money?

Laser Engraving 911 March 10, 2025
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Welcome to Laser Engraving 911. My name is Michael and I have owned my own laser engraving and fabrication shop for the last 10 years. This channel is all about sharing my tips, tricks and guides, and tools of the trade when it comes to anything laser engraving and laser cutting. On Laser Engraving 911 you will learn helpful tips on Co2 laser engraving techniques as well as fiber laser engraving techniques. It is my hope that by sharing my knowledge and experience I can help both new laser engravers and even seasoned engravers produce great work and learn some time saving tips along way and avoid some headaches. Lets get making and use some LASERS! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laser911

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Did you know there are two main ways to run a laser engraving business? A customer-centric model focuses on personalized, one-off orders, while a product-centric model leans towards pre-made, scalable products. But here’s the thing—you don’t have to choose just one! ✅"This Is From my Session On Laser MakerCon 2024" lots of great info in this video, so watch the whole thing to get maximum value!!! In this video, I break down: ✔️ How both models work (and their pros & cons) ✔️ Which model fits your strengths & business goals ✔️ How you can balance both to maximize success 💵💵💵 _________________________________________________________________________ ✅Private 1 on 1 Coaching With Me! 1HR Session https://sonomalaserengraving.com/collections/all/products/1-hour-personalized-consultation-with-laser-engraving-911 🚨Join My Members Group FREE-Get Access To Valuable Resources PRO TIPS In the Downloads area. ▶▶▶ https://www.laserengraving911.com/ TIME STAMPS: 00:00 - INTRO 01:28 - FUN FACTS (about the laser engraving business) 02:40 - PRODUCT CENTRIC APPROACH 03:42 - PRIVATE CONSULTATION 04:25 - CUSTOMER CENTRIC APPROACH 05:18 - ADVANTAGES - PRODUCT CENTRIC 06:13 - DISADVANTAGES - PRODUCT CENTRIC 08:01 - ADVANTAGES - CUSTOMER CENTRIC 09:50 - DISADVANTAGES - CUSTOMER CENTRIC 11:37 - HOW WE CAN OFFER BOTH (to maximize) 12:23 - TIP #1: STRATEGY 13:42 - TIP #2: EQUIPMENT 14:21 - TIP #3: PRICING 14:48 - TIP #4: KNOW YOUR SKILLS (know you limits) 15:15 - STRATEGIES - PRODUCT CENTRIC 15:44 - TIP #1: E-COMMERCE 16:28 - TIP #2: RESEARCH 17:16 - TIP #3: MARKETING 18:22 - OUTTRO 😍RECOMENDED CO2 LASERS FOR GETTING STARTED 😍 ❤Aeon Laser Co2 Mira 7s Redline Series https://aeonlaser.us/mira-pro-s?ref=laserengraving911 ❤One Laser XRF https://tinyurl.com/2xxuy5ur 35watt ❤Epilog Laser Maker Series https://www.epiloglaser.com/le911 ________________________________________________________________________ 🎉RECOMENDED FIBER/UV LASERS FOR GETTING STARTED🎉 COMMARKER B6 MOPA 60watt https://tinyurl.com/uynwxx4x COMMARKER UV LASER https://tinyurl.com/3mkjw7tc _______________________________________________________________________ MY FAVORITE ACRYLIC SUPPLIERS! ✅Houston Acrylics https://houstonacrylic.com/laserengraving911 ✅My Favorite Houston Acrylic Products ❤Clear Cast 1/8 https://houstonacrylic.com/r?id=rudttj ❤Mini Glow Bundle: https://houstonacrylic.com/r?id=u1tsuo ❤Holographic Glitter: https://houstonacrylic.com/r?id=lcmt4k ❤Mirror Acrylic: https://houstonacrylic.com/r?id=euhaf5 Pastel Acrylic: https://houstonacrylic.com/r?id=ng4coq ❤Iridescent: https://houstonacrylic.com/r?id=q8rvi0 _______________________________________________________________________________________ 🚨Johnson Plastics Plus Two Ply Acrylic (MY ALL TIME FAVORITE) acrylic for name plates and decals. ✅DISCOUNT CODE 15% OFF "ID5-4NB" ❤Brushed Silver/Black With 3M Backing Quarter Sheet 12x24" https://bit.ly/496AKOY ❤Brushed Gold/ Black With 3M Backing Quarter Sheet 12X24" https://bit.ly/43rTask MakerFlo Blanks 👉 https://makerflo.com/collections/laserengraving911?sca_ref=6674720.1Eqmlbj3kJ 😍Article on My Business Model: https://personalizationpros.org/DetailsPage/tabid/442/ArticleID/341/Sonoma-Laser-Engraving-A-Case-Study-in-Customer-Centric-Service.aspx Interested In Partnering With Laser Engraving 911? Contact: [email protected]

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