Episode Details

In this episode, I’m talking all about navigating the transition into summer as a sourdough micro bakery owner and why this season can feel both exciting and incredibly overwhelming at the same time. Between changing family rhythms, travel, hotter temperatures, lower energy, and shifting customer habits, summer often asks us to reevaluate the way we run our businesses. I share some of the different approaches I’ve taken in past summers—from maintaining a steady bakery rhythm to intentionally scaling way back—and how those decisions supported both my business and my family in different seasons.

We also talk about how to make intentional decisions for your bakery this summer instead of reacting out of stress or burnout halfway through the season. I walk you through practical questions to help you evaluate your goals, your capacity, and the opportunities available to you so you can build a summer rhythm that actually fits your life. Whether you want to rest more, grow strategically, focus on education, or simply create more breathing room, this episode will help you approach summer with clarity and confidence instead of guilt and overwhelm.

Resources:

• Join us at the Bread Winner Summit! http://carolinebower.com/breadwinnersummit
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• Grab the Profit & Pricing Calculator: Simplify the math, clarify your margins, and confidently price your products. https://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!