Get to know the hands, head, and heart of Mike Yarbrough, founder of Rustic & Main @rusticandmain, a ring company crafting meaningful wedding bands from historic woods, whiskey barrels, coffee, battleship decking, and other one-of-a-kind materials. What started as a personal experiment in his garage has grown into a thriving team of skilled craftsmen—creating rings that don’t just symbolize commitment, but tell a unique story. Mike is also the voice behind the @wolfandiron podcast, a platform soon evolving into a nonprofit dedicated to equipping men to lead with wisdom, integrity, and grit. From wood shavings to leadership insights, Mike’s work is about building legacy through the things we make and the lives we shape.
In this Curated Craftsman™ conversation we chat about:
✘ 00:00:12 - Crafting Meaningful Wedding Bands
✘ 00:06:21 - Launching Rustic in Maine
✘ 00:10:06 - Transitioning from Side Hustle to Business
✘ 00:13:03 - Setting Realistic Business Goals
✘ 00:19:36 - First Sale from Mikes Garage
✘ 00:22:38 - Building a Creatively Skilled Team
✘ 00:31:32 - Embracing Creative Freedom After Corporate Life
✘ 00:35:27 - Balancing Faith and Business
✘ 00:45:52 - Overcoming Creative Struggles
✘ 00:58:34 - Million Dollar Milestones
✘ 01:03:25 - Wolf & Irons Podcast Success
✘ 01:06:51 - Building a Nonprofit Team & Brotherhood Through Guilds
✘ 01:18:35 - Starting a Creative Business With Vision
Ready to be inspired by a story of craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, and meaningful creation? Tune in to hear how one man's search for creative fulfillment led to a revolutionary approach to wedding bands and a thriving creative career.
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