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Teaching – I didn’t expect that!!!
How did that happen I often ask myself? If you put me in a class of my peers I do not think I would be your natural choice for a career as a teacher. I studied Childhood and Social Welfare with the idea of going into social work or counselling. Then real life happened. I met my husband and moved away from Norfolk (UK) and my career was put on hold. I initially found work in a bank, the local council and then the civil service. I then had my two beautiful children and needed to seek an alternative path whilst they were young that didn’t include the disproportionate cost of childcare. Baking cupcakes – less demanding I thought!!! Anyone who runs their own business will know I was in for a big surprise. I started making and selling cupcakes. As you will have read from my previous blogs I am completely self-taught.
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From hobby to home baking business…..
Deciding to turn your hobby into a business is for many a daunting prospect. I have been there and hope I can help you by sharing some of my experiences.
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A million questions immediately flood your mind ….. where to start, who to tell and so much more.
I have always been a rule follower and didn’t want to break regulations but didn’t have a clue where to start. So below I have summarised some of the things I have learnt that you will need to consider when starting your business. -
My story – A self employed mum
If you read my last blog post you’ll have been introduced to the creator of Kerry’s Bouqcakes. Since writing this, I had a lightbulb moment, that little flutter of inspiration; it got me thinking, how many women are out there trying to juggle work life alongside being a mother?
I totally get it, it is NOT easy and I wanted to share with you my experiences of juggling so you know you’re not alone.
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My first blog
Well, here it is… My first EVER blog! Firstly, I wanted to say thank you for taking the time to be here and read this, it means a lot to know that people want to hear (or read) what I have to share.
I’d like to think this blog will have something a little unique to offer, if you know me, you’ll know for the most part I’ll be writing about baking and everything you can possibly think of that relates to baking! So please, pop the kettle on, sit back and enjoy!
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