This week, I’m sitting down with Shannon “Mud” Lowery, the artist and founder behind Mud Lowery jewelry. We talk about how he built his business completely self-taught, starting with a need to support his roping lifestyle and turning it into one of the most recognizable names in Western jewelry. From those early days of figuring things out to having his pieces worn by some of the biggest names in country music, this conversation is a real look at what it takes to grow something from the ground up.We also get into the realities behind the business, including rising silver costs, navigating creativity versus commercial demand, and what it looks like to stay true to your work in an industry that can be quick to copy. More than anything, this episode is about values, building something with integrity, and keeping your priorities straight, because at the end of the day, success doesn’t mean much if it comes at the expense of the people who matter most.Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode!Connect with Shannon “Mud” Lowery:Follow on Instagram @mudlowery Follow on Facebook @mudloweryFollow on TikTok @mudloweryVisit his websiteConnect with Jessie:Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarvFollow on Facebook @jobsofthewestCheck out the Of The West websiteResources & Links:Episode 137. Someone Copied You, Now What? With Attorney at Law, Andrea SagerHow I Built This with Guy RazJoin The Directory Of The WestGet our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job DescriptionGet our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your InternshipGet our FREE resource: 10 Resume Mistakes (and how to fix them)Get our FREE resource: How to Avoid the 7 Biggest Hiring Mistakes Employers MakeEmail us at [email protected] to Of The West's ⁠NewslettersList your jobs on ⁠Of The West