Episode Summary: In this comeback episode of Kitchen Notes, we delve deep into the personal and professional challenges of running a bakery amidst life’s unpredictable swings. Host Meg Svec shares her heartfelt experiences balancing personal challenges & family life with bakery management, and offers insights into navigating the financial and emotional ups and downs of the bakery business. Join us as we explore the importance of “knowing your numbers” and how this knowledge can be a lifeline during turbulent times. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to keep your business thriving.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- How personal life events can impact and necessitate pauses or changes in your professional life
- Insights into the hospitality industry’s evolution post-COVID and the associated challenges
- The critical role of financial knowledge and healthy business management routines in navigating business and personal crises
- Practical financial strategies to maintain resilience through economic ups and downs.
Resources Mentioned:
- Bakery Business Academy: For courses and community support for bakery owners. Visit Bakery Business Academy
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- Key Performance Indicators + Tracking Template: Check out this episode for more information about what numbers we track in our business to keep things humming along, and access our useful KPI tracker template!
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Thank you for tuning in to Kitchen Notes. Join us next time for another insightful episode designed to help you elevate your bakery business.
