What does it really take to turn a side hustle into a full-time business? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Unlocked, I sit down with Chase Allen, founder of PCB Tech Art, to talk about his journey from an idea to building a thriving creative business—and all the lessons learned along the way.
Chase’s story is one every entrepreneur can relate to. He didn’t have a roadmap or a big team. What he did have was a unique idea, the willingness to put in the work, and the mindset to keep pushing even when things got hard. Today, PCB Tech Art is creating custom PCB artwork that’s making waves in both the tech and art worlds.
In this conversation, we cover:
✅ How to find your niche in a crowded market
✅ The real challenges of growing a business from zero
✅ Marketing strategies for creative entrepreneurs
✅ Scaling a small business without losing your personal touch
✅ The mindset shifts that help you stay consistent and avoid burnout
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative trying to monetize your craft, or someone already in the trenches of building your business, this episode will give you practical advice and plenty of inspiration.
You’ll hear Chase break down:
- How he spotted an untapped opportunity and validated his idea
- What it’s like bootstrapping a business with no outside funding
- The tools and systems that helped him scale production
- The marketing experiments that brought in real paying customers
- Why persistence and patience are key when growth feels slow
This episode isn’t just about starting a business—it’s about staying in the game when things don’t go as planned, learning from failure, and building something you’re proud of.
🎧 If you’ve been thinking about launching your own business or taking your side hustle to the next level, Chase’s story will give you the push you’ve been waiting for.
Hit play now to hear how PCB Tech Art went from an idea in Chase’s head to a growing business loved by customers across the country.
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