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Going full time with candles
What does it take to go full time with your candle business?

Quit my job to run a candle business
I did the thing! I left my full time career in tech this year, to pursue my dream of being a full-time entrepreneur. When you dream about something for so long it is always the most magical moment when that thing comes to fruition.
I had a really great career working at Shopify, a Canadian commerce company. I started with Shopify almost 6 years ago. Working in commerce allowed me to advance my skills as a business owner finally ending my time working on the financial side of the company, I would connect with our merchants 1:1 and help them to grow their business with our amazing Capital program.
Creating a candle business
Congratulations, you’ve chosen a great niche; the candle business is red hot.
Almost 80% of all U.S. homes use them and it’s a market anyone can enter.
You can start a candle business from home, you don’t need expensive equipment, you can learn the process online, and sell your creations on multiple platforms.
As the average profit margins are 200 to 300%, starting a candle business could be the best decision you’ll ever make!
In this post, we’ll look at how the candle business works, which candles sell best, how Chandler entrepreneurs make a profit, and provide a comprehensive guide on how to start a candle business.
Plus, I’ll tell you where to sell your candles so you can promote them and make your first sale. Read more below….
Get Your Candle Brand in the Headlines!
Ever wondered how some candle brands land features in major publications and local news? It’s not just luck—it’s strategy.
This month inside the Candle Business PRO Inner Circle, members are getting an exclusive workshop on How To Do Your Own Press Releases—a must-know skill for getting free publicity and elevating brand awareness.
The team behind Garsnett Beacon Candle Co. has landed their candles in Oprah Daily, Parade Magazine, local newspapers, and even on TV—and now they’re sharing exactly how to make it happen.
Join the Inner Circle today and learn how to get YOUR brand in the media!
Learn more & join now: https://www.candlebusinesspro.com/membership
