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Here I share insights and show notes from The Bread Winner Podcast. Whether you’re looking for tips on starting your own cottage bakery or scaling your existing business, read about behind-the-scenes advice, key takeaways, and practical guidance to help you succeed. Dive in to explore the business strategies that fuel the sourdough world!


Reach the Right People with Social Media for your Sourdough Microbakery | Part 2 | Episode 10
Mastering Social Media for Your Micro Bakery Subscribe to The Simple Sourdough Social Kit ! In this episode of the Bread Winner podcast,...
Nov 12, 2024


Boost Sales and Delight Customers with These Sourdough Incentives | Episode 12
This episode of the Breadwinner Podcast dives into the world of sales and incentives specifically tailored for sourdough micro bakery...
Nov 12, 2024


Succeeding in Sourdough Sales Without Farmers’ Markets | Episode 13
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , host Caroline Bower explores effective strategies for selling sourdough bread without...
Nov 12, 2024


Unlocking the Power of a Planning Week for Your Sourdough Microbakery | Episode 14
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , Caroline Bower dives into the transformative power of a dedicated planning week. Caroline...
Nov 12, 2024


Why Every Sourdough Microbakery Needs a List and How to Build One | Episode 16
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast, I’ll share why creating a list should be one of your top priorities and provide practical...
Nov 12, 2024


Bookkeeping for Bakers: Keep Your Dough in Order! | Episode 17
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , we sit down with Megan Morales from Purple Elephant Bookkeeping to uncover the secrets to...
Nov 12, 2024


Delaney Peters | Microbaker in Alaska | Toddlers, assistants, and wholesaling! | Episode 19
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast, host Caroline Bower chats with Delaney Peters, a sourdough micro bakery owner in Alaska....
Nov 12, 2024


Exactly What I'd do in the first 30 Days if I was Starting my Microbakery from Zero | Episode 9
Links to things we talked about: Free customizable Canva templates for labels https://carolinebower.myflodesk.com/labels In this...
Nov 12, 2024


Speak Up! Embracing the Value of Your Micro Bakery Business | Episode 11
Embracing the Value of Your Micro Bakery Business In this heartfelt episode of the Bread Winner podcast, Caroline Bower discusses the...
Nov 12, 2024


The Best Business Decision I Made This Year for my Microbakery Business | Episode 15
The Bread Winner by Caroline Bower: Tips, coaching, and encouragement for sourdough microbakery and in-home cottage bakery owners.
Nov 12, 2024


Small Space, Big Dreams: Creative Small Space Hacks for Your Home Bakery | Episode 18
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast, we tackle a common challenge faced by many sourdough microbakery owners: making the most of...
Nov 12, 2024


The 6 Pillars Every Microbakery Needs to Thrive | Episode 20
The Six Pillars of a Thriving Sourdough Microbakery Running a sourdough microbakery is about much more than just baking bread. To create...
Nov 12, 2024


Listen in on a Coaching Call with Alissa Simmons! | Episode 21
In this episode, we dive into the common struggles of starting a microbakery, specifically overcoming "analysis paralysis." Alissa has...
Nov 12, 2024


The 10 Questions You Need to Ask For Your Microbakery Before A Busy Season | Episode 22
This week, we're diving into the essential questions every sourdough microbakery owner should be asking themselves before the holiday...
Nov 12, 2024


Coaching Episode | Streamlining Sales: How Verena is Shifting to Porch Pickups | Episode 23
In this coaching episode, Caroline sits down with Verena Aziz, owner of V’s Treats in Seattle, to help her overcome the challenges of...
Nov 12, 2024


Is a Sourdough Microbakery Right for You? | Episode 24
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , Caroline dives into the important question: Is running a sourdough micro bakery the right...
Nov 12, 2024


Preparing for Q4: Time Management for a Thriving Sourdough Microbakery | Episode 25
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , Caroline kicks off a three-part series on navigating Q4, the busiest time of the year for...
Nov 12, 2024


Holiday Menu Planning for Sourdough Bakers: Tips for a Low-Stress Q4 | Episode 26
In this episode of The Breadwinner Podcast , Caroline dives into the art of menu planning for the fourth quarter, a crucial time for...
Nov 12, 2024


Choosing your Holiday Events for Sourdough Microbakeries: Where to Sell and Why | Episode 27
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , we're diving into the final part of our series on preparing for the busiest time of the...
Nov 12, 2024


Crowdsourced from the Microbakery Community: Doughs You Can Freeze and Bake Anytime | Episode 28
In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , we’re diving into one of the best time-saving hacks for busy bakers—freezing your dough!...
Nov 12, 2024
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