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I'm an Artist, Educator, Multi-passionate Entrepreneur, and Founder of The Cake Mamas.
I TEACH SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS HOW TO CREATE UNSTOPPABLE BRANDS AND INCREASE THEIR PROFITS!
Because let's face it... If you're not making money, your business doesn't make sense.
The mindset of an ENTREPRENEUR is DIFFERENT than the mindset of an employeeā¦
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When you surround yourself with people who have the same mindset as you, the conversations are different.
They support you. The sympathize with you. And not saying your friends and family canāt do that⦠BUT when youāre able to turn to a fellow aspiring entrepreneur for support, they just GET IT! š¤·š¼
This is a HUGE part of why I do what I do. COMMUNITY is UNDERRATED and UNDER APPRECIATED in the world of entrepreneurship.
Running a business is LONELY AFā¦
I had ZERO friends when I first started my business. Simply because I was SO BUSY trying to do something that 90% of people in the world donāt want to do.
Most days and nights, I was struggling in silence trying to build my business into something that could make money. (And if you know anything about my story, then you know it HAD TO WORK!)
I was tired, overwhelmed, and had NO ENERGY to pour into anything else in my life.
These fee...
What if I told you we DROPPED THIS CAKE?! š³š±ā¦
The customer looks happy with it, right? Well, ITāS FAKE because we had a DELIVERY CATASTROPHE with the āreal cakeā during transport⦠112 degrees, middle of the summer, over an hour of traffic, AND⦠a CAR ACCIDENT! šØĀ š«
The cake not only flew around the back of my trunk, (and was COMPLETELY DESTROYED) but it also melted! So⦠we had to get resourceful, round up 50 cupcakes from the bakery (to compensate for dessert servings), then recreate the cake on DUMMY FOAMS in record-breaking time, in order to deliver it to the customer, and not COMPLETELY RUIN her event! AND then we also refunded her orderā¦
STRESSFUL huh? š
No one wants to ever experience a delivery gone wrong but unfortunately, itās going to happen whether you want it to or not.
So, what do you do when SH*T goes wrong? š¤
Letās talk about it! šš¼
First up, delayed deliveries. Traffic jams, unexpected road closures, getting pulled over or even...
We've all heard it before... "you're out of my budget," OR "Omg, that's so expensive!" This can be frustrating as a business owner BUT it's our job to articulate and educate our customers WHY our prices are what they are. It's not just about defending your prices; it's about confidently conveying the value of what you bring to the table.
So how do you do that? Keep on reading to learn how to respond to customers when they don't wanna pay your price like a boss.
First things first, practicing valuing your self-worth is vital. If you don't believe in the value of what you're offering, how can you expect customers to? Every small business owner needs to build a foundation of confidence in their products and services and in THEMSELVES. And the only way to do this is through taking action.
Remember, objections aren't personal attacks against YOU; they are opportunities for you to educate and enlighten your customers. This was a lesson I learned firsthand in my own business. Was I crazy t...
ICYMI⦠WEāRE MOVING TO DC in just a few short weeks!
Our house is chaotic, we have NO IDEA where weāre gonna live, and everything is hanging in the balance. Am I freaking out yet? NOā¦
Hereās why: Iāve gone through so many changes, obstacles, and challenges over my lifetime. Especially during the season of my life when I was knee-deep in my bakery. There were so many seasons of uncertainty, and unwelcome issues that looking back they were shitty in the moment, BUT everything always works out. So, as I pack up 18 years' worth of memories and prepare for this new adventure, I'm reminded of how challenges and uncertainties can actually fuel growth.
Change can be scary, but it's also an opportunity for creativity, adaptation, and pushing boundaries. Just like in business, embracing change and the unknown can lead to unexpected opportunities and success.
Fun Fact, before we did Cupcake Wars, we were approached about 3 times before we actually said YES! It just wasnāt the right time, we h...
Change is a constant and unpredictable force that shapes our lives in ways we can't control. As much as we wish we could! Recently, I've had to confront this reality head-on (keep reading to hear all about it)! This transition, while exciting and exhausting, has me reflecting on change and its impact on our personal lives and as small business owners.
Just a couple of weeks ago, my husband Eddie got a phone call that changed our ENTIRE lives! He put his name in the hat for an amazing new position at his company and⦠he GOT IT!! So we accepted and now this month we are packing up our entire lives in California and making the move across the country. While weāre SO EXCITED about this new chapter in our lives I wouldnāt be 100% honest if I didnāt say, Iām full of anticipation to just get everything done all at once and just get there. BUT⦠thatās not how life works.
Change often triggers a mix of emotions and anxiety. And change impacts me no differently than it would for you. As I prep...
Are you feeling lost in the world of social media content creation? š± It's a common struggle, but there's a simple solution friend: clarity.
Do you feel like this??? š¤
ā”ļøĀ Youāre always looking at other peopleās content for ideas instead of them looking at yours!
ā”ļøĀ Youāre lost on what content to do and how to structure it so it actually performs (views, shares, comments, opt-ins, leads, sales).
ā”ļøĀ Youāre not sure what content you should be producing so youāre not producing ANY!
ā”ļøĀ You donāt even know if your videos are working!
ā”ļøĀ Youāre wasting time with content that doesnāt produce many views, shares, or comments! ā”ļøĀ Your content is randomly all over the place
ā”ļø Itās taking too much of your time and not producing the revenue you want
Here's the deal: if you're not seeing results from your videos and posts, it might be because you haven't defined your goals. By identifying your impact and the revenue you WANNA make, every piece of content becomes a step towards achieving them...
Hey friends! Today I wanna chat with you about something that has been on my heart and mind recently: finding that sweet spot between running your small business and keeping your sanity intact. So grab a seat and let's dive into it!
Alright, let's kick things off with the hustle. I UNSUBSCRIBED from Hustle culture yearrrrrsssss ago! WHY? Because itās unsustainable and only leads you down a rabbit hole of resentment, burnout, and frustration. However, I know it's part of being a small business owner, but here's the thing ā burnout is real. You need to make time to pour into yourself. Self-care isn't just some trendy buzzword ā it's essential. Whether it's taking a long, hot bubble bath, going for a leisurely walk, or simply chilling out with a good book, make sure to carve out some "me time" every single day. One thing I implemented years ago was scheduling breaks every few weeks so I always had something to look forward to. Doing th...
Running a small business is full of ebbs and flows. Some seasons will be prosperous while others will feel like youāre in the middle of Death Valley praying for someone to come and save you. But one of the things small business owners donāt really talk about is difficult customers. Sure, theyāll complain about them to their spouses or friends and family, BUT no one ever really talks about how to deal with them. While they are only a SMALL portion of your overall clientele, they can ruin your day (sometimes weeks for that matter)! This blog is all about helping you, the small business owner, turn those tough customer moments into growth opportunities.
Letās dive inā¦
First up, let's talk about who these difficult customers are. They come in all shapes and sizes - the indecisive ones, the hard bargainers, the complainers, and the know-it-alls. Getting to know their quirks and what makes them tick can help you respond better. For example, complainers ofte...
Starting your own business can be a rewarding yet challenging journey, especially when it comes to marketing. One of the first hurdles is identifying and attracting those elusive dream customers who not only love what you offer but are also eager to buy it. For small business owners, entrepreneurs, and especially the hardworking women in business and mompreneurs, knowing how to resonate with your target audience can make all the difference. But the big question is - how do you find these customers?
Imagine your dream client. If I told you that I was building your DREAM business tomorrow... And you were going to grand open in one month, what would you do to attract customers? Before you can captivate your ideal clients, you must first understand the mindset of your dream customers. And getting into this mindset requires thoughtful consideration of their needs, desires, and pain points. I would also ask WHAT type of customer do YOU as a business owner ...
It's no surprise that MONEY and the BAKING INDUSTRY are big hot topics. I think it's mostly because our industry is comprised of people who LOVE what they are doing, have stumbled into this passion, and have decided to turn it into a business. The problem is they love what they get to do but they don't have that same passion for numbers and math. So, if you start a business without having the business knowledge, or background, and you really don't like numbers, it's going to be HARD for you to sell your products and make money! That's why I wanna share my story with you about how I make 6-figures in my bakery business and what you can do to achieve the same! Because let's be real... what's available to me is possible for you TOO! Let's get into it!
It wasn't EASY at all. When I started my bakery, I had just filed for bankruptcy. So I couldn't find funding or take out loans. Banks saw my bankruptcy from my past and thought I was too much of a risk. So I started, un...
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