Hi there,
Commitment and consistency are generally good qualities in business.
If you say you're going to do something (like show up at a market), you do it.
But
sometimes, those traits can hold you back.
Sometimes, when you do something the same way for long enough,
you start to feel like you have to keep doing it that way, especially when customers expect it.
And
that's when a routine can turn into a rut!So you must always remember: it's your business. You make the rules. And
if something isn't working well anymore, it's okay to change it.
Katie is a great example of this.
After having her daughter, she didn't want to go back to her career, so she started selling custom cookies from home.
And when she became overwhelmed with custom orders, she shifted to selling other baked goods at markets instead.
And when that became overwhelming, she shifted to a commercial kitchen so she could pursue wholesale.
And
the truth is, each time she pivoted, she lost some momentum. But it also allowed her to keep growing instead of feeling stuck.
So
today, try to see if there is something you're currently doing that isn't serving you well anymore, and don't be afraid to change it!
Listen to Episode 154: Katie Sacoman with Sweet Pea BakeryForraging ahead,
David