Join the Holiday Accelerator HERE! http://www.carolinebower.com/holidayaccelerator When it comes to markets, preparation is half the battle. Once you've chosen the right farmers market (like we talked about in Part 1), the next big question becomes: what should you bring and how much of it? This post is all about the preparation side of market life. I’m breaking down the strategies I use to decide what to bake, how much to prep, and how to pace the week without pulling an all

Join the Holiday Accelerator HERE! http://www.carolinebower.com/holidayaccelerator If you're a sourdough microbakery owner wondering whether farmers markets are worth your time—or how to choose the right one—this post is for you. After two years of selling at my local market, I’ve seen what works, what drains you, and what genuinely grows a bakery business. This is part one of a three-part series all about markets. Today, we’re laying the groundwork: how to evaluate and choo

Join the Holiday Accelerator HERE! http://www.carolinebower.com/holidayaccelerator The final quarter of the year brings a surge of opportunities for microbakers—but it also brings the risk of burnout. With holiday markets, pop-ups, teacher gifts, and festive menus pulling your attention in every direction, it’s easy to say yes to too much. But what if this year could feel different? What if you could move into November and December with a clear head, a sustainable plan, and t

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