09/03/2026
With Q4 right around the corner, time is literally money.
If you want to double your holiday profits this year, it isn't about working 20-hour days, itβs about focusing on high-margin winners and cutting out the time suckers.
Here are 3 quick strategies to maximize your shop's profits before the holiday rush hits:
1. β Skip the Time Traps
Avoid overly complex, highly customized items that take 45 minutes of laser time and an hour of hand-assembly just for a $15 sale (think ultra-intricate 3D layered ornaments with custom names for every single piece). Instead, stick to items you can pre-cut, batch, or offer with minimal personalized tweaks (like engraved leather patch hats or pre-assembled gift tags).
2. β‘ Master Batching
Never cut one item at a time! Group your files by material type, fill your entire laser bed, and run identical cuts together. Batching reduces setup time, cuts down on material waste, and lets you assemble 20 finished products in a single sitting.
3. π§Ί Bundle Everything
Instead of selling a $5 ornament, a $15 cutting board and a little $10 Merry Christmas Sign, sell all 3 in a bundle. Stick them in a nice box or basket and instead of the $30 you'd make selling everything separately, sell it for $50+. Trust me, the perceived value goes way up when you group things together.
Want to dive deeper into getting your shop, inventory, and marketing completely ready for the busiest shopping season of the year?
Iβm bringing together 20+ laser industry experts for the Ignite & Scale Summit - Ignite the Holidays from September 15-17th!
We'll cover everything from holiday product strategies to selling strategy plus, every ticket is automatically VIP with lifetime access, and we're even giving away a brand-new laser by iKier!
ποΈ Grab your spot here β https://igniteandscale.link/LaserLady_FB
Already got your ticket? Then this is just a taste! Can't wait to see you there!