The Riley Black Project

S1E266 - Stop Selling Products That Stress You Out

Published: July 6, 2026

Duration: 1:07:47

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Sometimes business growth looks less like a huge breakthrough…

…and more like admitting, “I don’t want to keep doing it this way.”

In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down for a no-guest, real-life update episode about pivoting, product ideas, custom order stress, laser business decisions, and figuring out what actually feels sustainable.

Crystal talks through her possible shift into custom laser engraved jewelry using Monarch Pine jewelry blanks, why she’s considering moving away from certain custom products, and how small person...