In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast, Caroline dives into the six essential pillars every microbakery owner needs to build a thriving, sustainable business. Drawing from her experience in business ownership and running a successful bakery, she explains why so much of the work is about making solid business decisions, not just baking great bread. Caroline shares how these pillars can prevent burnout, help you attract the right customers, and ensure your business fits your ideal lifestyle—without feeling like a constant grind. If you've ever felt stuck or overwhelmed, this episode will guide you toward balance and growth.

Caroline also gives a sneak peek into her upcoming 12-week group coaching program, The Bread Winner Inner Circle, where she'll work with bakers to apply these six foundational pillars to their businesses. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your bakery to the next level, this episode offers key insights and actionable tips that will leave you ready to transform your business and your life. Join the waitlist for the program and start laying a solid foundation for your bakery today!

Join The Bread Winner Inner Circle Waitlist:

https://mailchi.mp/thebluebirdbreadco/bread-winner-inner-circle-waitlist

Download the FREE Guide and Checklist, Your First Steps to a Successful In-Home Bakery at https://mailchi.mp/thebluebirdbreadco/checklist to begin building YOUR thriving microbakery!

Caroline Bower Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinebower_sourdough

In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast, host Caroline Bower chats with Delaney Peters, a sourdough micro bakery owner in Alaska. Delaney shares her journey from growing up in California and moving to Alaska, to starting her bakery from scratch. They discuss practical tips for managing a home bakery with a young child, the importance of community support, and how Delaney incorporates her family in her baking process. Delaney also dives into her experiences with expanding her business, the benefits of investing in equipment, and finding balance between work and family life.

00:00 Introduction to The Bread Winner Podcast

00:48 Meet Delaney Peters: Sourdough Micro Bakery Owner

02:47 Delaney's Journey into Baking

06:35 Balancing Baking and Family Life

11:05 The Importance of Community Support

17:45 Investing in Equipment for Growth

23:21 Working with an Assistant

29:42 Porch Pickup and Market Sales

30:38 Challenges of Market Sales

31:24 Consistency in Baking Business

32:51 Marketing Strategies for Bakers

34:57 Starting Wholesaling: Tips and Insights

38:06 Building Community and Business Relationships

46:43 Fun Q&A with Delaney

48:37 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects

Delaney Peters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delaneyssourdough/

Delaney Peters Website: delaneysourdough.com

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Download the FREE Guide and Checklist, Your First Steps to a Successful In-Home Bakery at https://mailchi.mp/thebluebirdbreadco/checklist to begin building YOUR thriving microbakery!

Caroline Bower Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinebower_sourdough

In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast, we tackle a common challenge faced by many sourdough microbakery owners: making the most of a small kitchen or baking space. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by clutter or frustrated with a lack of room, this episode is packed with creative, practical tips to help you reclaim your space and streamline your workflow. We discuss everything from decluttering strategies to smart storage solutions and multi-purpose tools that will make a huge difference in your daily baking routine.

Whether you're operating from a tiny apartment kitchen or a small corner of your home, these space-saving hacks will help you maximize every inch, allowing you to focus on what you love most — baking! Tune in to learn how to create a more efficient and enjoyable workspace that aligns with your lifestyle. Plus, you’ll hear about ways to prepare for future growth as your microbakery business thrives. Don’t miss out on these valuable tips that will help you bake more and stress less!

Links to things we talked about:

Links to the small space essentials for an efficient space: https://mailchi.mp/thebluebirdbreadco/smallspace

The Bread Winner Inner Circle Waitlist: https://mailchi.mp/thebluebirdbreadco/bread-winner-inner-circle-waitlist

Download the FREE Guide and Checklist, Your First Steps to a Successful In-Home Bakery at https://mailchi.mp/thebluebirdbreadco/checklist to begin building YOUR thriving microbakery!

Caroline Bower Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinebower_sourdough