Bakery Biz

Dream to Dough: Writing Your Bakery Business Plan

Hope Whitmore

The intoxicating scent of yeast working its magic, the visual delight of perfectly iced cupcakes, the communal warmth of a ...

Insta-Yum: Social Media Strategies for Bakeries

Hope Whitmore

In today’s digital world, having a strong online presence is essential for almost any business, and for visually driven businesses ...

Niche Navigator: Finding Your Unique Spot in the Market

Hope Whitmore

You’ve drafted your business plan, your passion for baking burns bright, and you can almost smell the sweet success of ...

Location, Location, Location: Choosing Your Bakery Spot

Hope Whitmore

You’ve laid the groundwork with planning, funding, legal checks, and pricing strategies. Now comes one of the most tangible and ...

Scaling Up: From Home Kitchen to Commercial Space

Hope Whitmore

Your home kitchen, once the cozy epicenter of your burgeoning bakery business, is starting to feel… small. Orders are piling ...

Team Building: Hiring and Managing Bakery Staff

Hope Whitmore

For many bakery owners, the journey starts solo, fueled by personal passion and endless hours. But as your business grows, ...

Pricing for Profit: How to Cost Your Baked Goods

Hope Whitmore

You’ve navigated the legal maze, secured your funding, and perhaps even opened your doors. Your display case is filled with ...

Counting Crumbs: Understanding Startup Costs and Funding

Hope Whitmore

You’ve envisioned your perfect bakery, perhaps even identified your unique niche. The scent of potential success is in the air. ...

Marketing Magic: Attracting Your First Customers

Hope Whitmore

Your ovens are hot, your display case gleams, and your bakery smells heavenly. You’ve built the foundation – the plan, ...

Legal Loaves: Permits, Licenses, and Health Codes in the US

Hope Whitmore

You’ve budgeted your startup costs and perhaps secured funding. Your recipes are perfected, and your niche is defined. Now, it’s ...