Episode Details

In this episode, I’m bringing you behind the scenes of what August looked like in my microbakery—from market days to revenue breakdowns, product wins, flops, and everything in between. This is one of my favorite types of episodes to share because it gives me a chance to pause, reflect, and walk you through what worked, what didn’t, and what I’m learning as I move forward. I baked just twice this month by design to create a slower summer rhythm, and I’m sharing all the numbers—what I sold, how I sold it, and where the revenue came from.

You’ll hear about shifting product strategies like minis and English muffins, process improvements (hello, English muffin rings), margin-challenging products like brownies, and how I’m gearing up to open my storefront with the support of my community. I’m also talking about the bottlenecks I’m facing, like packaging and capacity, and how I’m navigating this transition from home-based baking to a commercial kitchen. Whether you’re baking full-time or part-time, from home or looking to scale, my hope is that this episode gives you practical insights, encouragement, and a reminder that your bakery is part of something really important.

Resources:

• Join the Strategy Session Waitlist: Spots are limited, but if you want my eyes on your business and a personalized action plan, join the waitlist here. http://carolinebower.com/strategysessionwaitlist
• Grab the Profit & Pricing Calculator: Simplify the math, clarify your margins, and confidently price your products. http://carolinebower.com/calculator
• Follow me on Instagram for more microbakery tips: @carolinebower_sourdough
• Find links to all of my sourdough microbakery favorites including packaging, pans, and more! www.carolinebower.com/links
• Download the FREE Guide and Checklist, Your First Steps to a Successful In-Home Bakery at https://www.carolinebower.com/checklist to begin building YOUR thriving microbakery!