If I were to enter the Young Wood Pro contest
Matt Buell talks about what is important in presenting work to a contest and to clients.
By
Matt Buell,
May 4, 2026 | 4:34 pm CDT
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Are you ready for Young Wood Pro 2026?
Entries open April 7 and close May 22 for your chance to win cash, a Castle machine, and publicity for your business.
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April 6, 2026 | 1:10 pm CDT
Taking stock of your business at year end
Matt Buell talks about the analysis you should do every year to monitor your business progress.
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Talking with Brian Skalaski
Matt Buell chats with the winner of the 2025 Young Wood Pro contest.
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December 5, 2025 | 3:07 pm CST
Community is crucial to your success
Matt Buell shares how connections with peers have helped improve his craft and business.
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September 5, 2025 | 1:59 pm CDT
Why should Young Wood Pros attend trade shows?
Matt Buell shares what he learned at the AWFS Fair and what you might have missed.
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September 4, 2025 | 2:29 pm CDT
Commonly overlooked tools that I cannot work without
Matt Buell talks about three indispensable tools he uses regularly in his shop.
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May 12, 2025 | 4:06 pm CDT
From apprentice to shop owner
Matt Buell interviews former apprentice who became a shop owner at 19.
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Matt Buell,
April 14, 2025 | 11:13 am CDT
Contest winner builds a career in woodworking
Andrew Morris talks with Matt Buell about how his woodworking profession has grown since winning the #YoungWoodPro contest in 2020.
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March 7, 2025 | 10:21 am CST
Lessons from a #YoungWoodPro winner
Matt Buell interviews Joel Keener about what he’s done since winning the contest in 2024.
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February 21, 2025 | 7:51 am CST
