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Matt Buell of M. Buell Studio the host of the 2023 #YoungWoodPro contest and lead coach for the people who make up the YoungWoodPro audience. Buell has achieved national acclaim for his custom furniture and was honored as a member of the Woodworking Network 40 Under 40 Class of 2018.

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Sometimes you have to say no

Matt Buell tells young woodworking professionals there are times to turn down work.

By Matt Buell, April 23, 2024 | 4:09 pm CDT

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Can downtime be good for a young woodworking professional?

Maximize your downtime to reinvigorate yourself and your business.

By Matt Buell, April 3, 2024 | 8:55 am CDT

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Handling challenging work

It’s not a matter of if but when you will face challenges that test your mettle.

By Matt Buell, March 6, 2024 | 2:19 pm CST

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Logistics of buying wood and supplies

Consider time, costs, and availability when you replenish consumables.

By Matt Buell, February 6, 2024 | 9:25 am CST

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Entering contests and competitions: What’s in it for you?

Matt Buell makes the pitch that entering contests is good for young wood professionals.

By Matt Buell, January 3, 2024 | 10:27 am CST

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Dealing with a backlog

Too much work in the pipeline can negatively affect your cash flow, mental health, and client relations.

By Matt Buell, November 30, 2023 | 9:48 am CST

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There’s nothing wrong with asking for help

Learn when, where, why and how to ask for help to make your business successful.

By Matt Buell, November 9, 2023 | 4:48 pm CST

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Smoother client relations

Matt Buell shares some tips to keeping your customers happy and your growing business on track.

By Matt Buell, October 2, 2023 | 3:39 pm CDT

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Should you shut down production temporarily?

Sometimes it can be more efficient and profitable to put work aside for other tasks.

By Matt Buell, September 7, 2023 | 8:39 am CDT

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Taking the long view

Set goals and make decisions with the longevity of your business the highest priority.

By Matt Buell, August 16, 2023 | 1:44 pm CDT