Finding Time To Grow Your Welding Business with Ashley Dunlap

28/07/2025 17 min Episodio 209

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In this episode, host Beau Wigington chats with Ashley Dunlap, the founder of Ashe's Custom Welding. Ashley shares her journey of balancing a full-time job while launching her own welding business. She discusses her path into welding, the challenges of entrepreneurship, sourcing materials for her unique creations, and effectively using social media for promotion.Key Topics Covered:Balancing a full-time welding job with entrepreneurshipPractical advice for mastering TIG welding techniquesSourcing materials creatively for custom welding projectsLeveraging social media effectively without advanced tech skillsNavigating the initial challenges of starting a welding businessMemorable Quotes:“Practice your filler rod. If you have that muscle memory down, you can focus more on the weld.”“There is no balance. It's very tricky… I'd be answering emails during breaks, welding after shifts until the sun goes down.”“Make sure you love what you do, because you won’t see money right away. It’s a very long process.”Save 20% On Related American Welding Program Courses With WELD20See all the courses available here - https://foxly.link/t8aJ0M Guest's Content & Contact:Instagram: @ashes_customwelding https://www.instagram.com/ashes_customwelding/ TikTok: @ashes_customwelding https://www.tiktok.com/@ashes_customwelding Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashley.dunlap.3597/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ashescustomwelding Website: https://ashescustomwelding.com/ Connect with Beau WigingtonInstagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding/ Email: [email protected] App: @beaudiditDownload the WELD App:https://foxly.link/Qj0VEa 

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