Anil Victor: Would Wood Work
“Our living room built in our closet. And as I was doing these projects, my neighbors, they were like catching on to what I was doing. And then I had one neighbor that inquired about a project. And I did it for her, you know, made it made a decent profit off of that project. And that’s what kind of opened my eyes to wait. There’s something here that, you know, I’m not yet understanding, but I think I should, dive a little bit deeper into this”
-Anil Victor
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, the ultimate show for the business and marketing side of the lumber, woodworking, hardwood flooring, and sawmill industry. With your host Steve Larosiliere today is Anil Victor the founder of Would Woodwork. Neil’s journey from creating infinity tables to crafting custom woodworking masterpieces is nothing short of inspiring. Let’s dive into his incredible story.
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“ Do whatever you needed to do but I took that time so you know, learning woodworking I was like reading articles on how to build certain things, watching YouTube videos, you know, dabbling around making mistakes.”
-Anil Victor
The Turning Point in His Woodworking Adventure
In 2017, Anil and his partner Samantha purchased a townhome. Disappointed by the cookie-cutter designs and lack of character, Anil took matters into his own hands. He started creating custom accent walls, window benches, and even closet spaces. Word quickly spread among his neighbors about his exceptional woodworking skills.
One neighbor, in particular, asked Anil to take on a project for her. He accepted the challenge, and the result not only impressed her but also ignited Anil entrepreneurial spirit. This initial project planted the seed of an idea—the potential for a thriving woodworking business. Fast forward to the end of 2020, and that seed had grown into “Wood Woodwork.”
The Pandemic Pivot
The year 2020 brought immense change for many people, including Neil. As the pandemic unfolded, Anil work transitioned from his tech job to full-time woodworking. The turning point came when he looked in the mirror, questioning his potential. March 18, 2021, marked the day he handed in his two-week notice, taking the plunge into full-time entrepreneurship.
Anil initial focus was on creating custom accent walls, capturing the attention of social media. TikTok and Instagram became powerful tools for showcasing his work, drawing in potential clients. His innovative designs and meticulous craftsmanship rapidly gained recognition, paving the way for a broader range of projects.
“But the way I like to say it is like social media and Instagram and Tiktok and Facebook or whatever, YouTube, whatever the platform is, the more you show up, the more you consistent, it is literally like driving on a highway”
-Steve Larosiliere
Want to get in touch with Anil Victor?
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wouldwoodwork_llc/
Website: https://wouldwoodworkatl.com/