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The Bread Winner Podcast

Caroline Bower
Sourdough Microbakery
Microbakery
Social Media Marketing
Equipment Investment
Marketing Strategies
Social Media Optimization
Customer Loyalty
Sourdough
Social Media
Entrepreneurship
Content Creation Strategies
Work-Life Balance
Productivity
Baking Schedule
Pricing Strategies
Market Research
Scaling Business
Sales Strategies
Customer Engagement
Local Business

Welcome to The Bread Winner Podcast, the show for microbakery owners who want to create a successful microbakery without spending every waking minute in the kitchen. I'm Caroline Bower, and I bake over 100 loaves a week from my home while still getting 8 hours of sleep and having time to be fully present in the important moments with my family. If you're looking to build a thriving sourdough busin... more

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This month-in-review is a real behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep a sourdough microbakery going strong through a full season of life. Between homeschooling, baking at home, prepping for a brick-and-mortar space, and managing two markets ... more

I’m pulling back the curtain today for a very real and honest conversation about burnout. In this season of my life and business, I’ve been stretched thin and I can feel the warning signs creeping in—low energy, decision fatigue, and losing joy in th... more

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Krista Hanna
Owner of Burnt Toast Bakery, microbakery in Canada
Burnt Toast Bakery
Episode: 78. Burnout and Boundaries: a Talk with Christa Hanna
Whitney Ivy
Sourdough micro bakery owner, homeschool mom
Southern Bread Company
Episode: 72. Mindset, Motherhood & Microbakery Growth. Building a Sourdough Business Amidst Health Challenges with Whitney Ivy
Kayce Boksa
Owner of Trails End Bread & Blooms
Trails End Bread & Blooms
Episode: 70. Building a Strong Local Presence for Your Sourdough Microbakery – With Kayce Boksa @trailsendbread
Kelly Wolf
Owner of Gloria Grain Bread, mother, and microbakery entrepreneur.
Gloria Grain Bread
Episode: 68. Sourdough, Homeschooling & Saying No—Lessons from Kellie Wolf of Gloria Grain Bread
Angela De Krieger
Owner of Singing Trees Keep, a teaching homestead dedicated to regenerative farming practices and a sourdough microbakery.
Singing Trees Keep
Episode: 66. From Homesteader to Microbakery Owner: Angela’s Journey
Nat Alves
Graphic designer specializing in branding services for small businesses
NatMarieDesign
Episode: 64. How to Create a Memorable Sourdough MicroBakery Brand (Even If You're DIYing It!) with Designer Nat Alves
Melissa Crow
Stay-at-home mom and microbakery owner
Crow's Dough
Episode: 62. Growing a Microbakery While Raising a Family: A Coaching Session
Maria Baradell
Owner of a thriving micro bakery in Dallas, Texas, and popularizer of the two-loaf pan baking method.
Leath and Loaf Co.
Episode: 56. How to Sell More Sourdough: Messaging That Sells with Maria Baradell
Christine Brinkman
Founder of Babes Support Babes, focused on empowering women entrepreneurs.
Babes Support Babes
Episode: 53. Community Over Competition: How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market and Connect in Intentional Community

Host

Caroline Bower
Host of the series, Caroline Bower, is an experienced microbakery owner who actively balances the demands of baking over 100 loaves a week with maintaining a fulfilling personal life. She shares her direct experiences and strategies specifically tailored for the microbakery niche, guiding listeners on how to successfully operate their own businesses without compromising their lifestyle.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • I’m in!

    I’ve declared def to start my own microbakery and am so pleased to have found this podcast! The episodes seem like the perfect length and Caroline comes off kind and knowledgeable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nichole450
    United States23 days ago
  • Amazing

    What a great podcast, streamlined and gets to the point. I have decided to start a micro bakery and have binged this podcast. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZoeJean85
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing Podcast!

    I am getting close to listening the whole way through and I can genuinely say I look forward to listening so much! I am a mom of 4 very little kiddos and finding time to myself is hard to come by. When I do, I put in a podcast and feel like I am learning so much. This has been a great resource to learn new tricks and also some ways to maybe save myself some headache along the way! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaigeA92
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Caroline is so clear, straightforward, and helpful. All while being warm and making you feel like you’ve known her a long time and she is happy to help you! Great listen for microbakery owner and those who want to start a microbakery!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sun Crumbs
    United States3 months ago
  • On my second listen

    I’m re-listening now as I am farther along in my micro bakery journey. It’s a pleasure to listen to, and my favorite motivation on dough days!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajd9322
    United States7 months ago

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Reviewers find each episode to be encouraging, providing both motivation and a sense of belonging among fellow bakers.
Listeners appreciate the episode's practicality and actionable tips tailored specifically for microbakery success.
Many commend the host for her warm demeanor and the supportive community she fosters among microbakery owners.
The advice shared is frequently highlighted as unique and invaluable, especially in a niche not covered by other podcasts.

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80. Finding Your Bakery Niche: A Talk with Elizabeth from Borges Family Homestead
Q: What advice would you give to someone who's struggling to figure out how to differentiate themselves?
Take what you're passionate about, focus on what you love to make, and talk about it frequently.
80. Finding Your Bakery Niche: A Talk with Elizabeth from Borges Family Homestead
Q: Did you face any particular challenges or anything that you didn't anticipate when you were first getting started?
I realized that I needed to take any profits that I was getting and reinvest back into my bakery because in order to grow, I needed to invest.
78. Burnout and Boundaries: a Talk with Christa Hanna
Q: What are some of the things that just caught you by surprise? Was it the baking itself? Was it the managing a business or what did that look like?
Everything was a learning moment from just learning how to schedule myself and figure out timing of everything.
78. Burnout and Boundaries: a Talk with Christa Hanna
Q: What would you change?
I would have stopped and I would have actually done the research first.
68. Sourdough, Homeschooling & Saying No—Lessons from Kellie Wolf of Gloria Grain Bread
Q: What has been the biggest lesson you've learned about managing it all?
Learning when to say no and focusing on what you can realistically handle is crucial.

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Focusing specifically on microbakery owners, this series provides insights into running a successful baking business while balancing personal life. The host shares practical advice that covers a range of topics from marketing and sales strategies to business process optimization. With an empowering tone, each episode invites listeners to streamline operations, enhance customer engagement, and cultivate a business that aligns with their lifestyle rather than dominating it. Listeners can also expect valuable discussions with industry experts and actionable tips tailored to the unique challenges faced by those in the sourdough business. A key element that makes this series stand out is its commitment to fostering a supportive community for bak... more

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1. Krista Hanna
2. Whitney Ivy
3. Kayce Boksa
4. Kelly Wolf
5. Angela De Krieger
6. Nat Alves
7. Melissa Crow
8. Maria Baradell

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