Summary of Business Pathfinder Podcast Episode: Ep. 13: State of Grace
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Grace launched State of Grace pies in Hawaii during lockdown, offering wholesome pies as an alternative income source She aims to expand her business to the mainland, focusing on savory pies and grocery store distribution In three years, she plans to have a trained crew, transition from sole pie maker to overseeing a team, and establish her own kitchen
Grace also intends to duplicate select pies to reduce reliance on farmer's market income She discusses exploring different kitchen spaces, the concept of ghost kitchens, and the importance of community service Kristin emphasizes the need to interview people with ghost kitchen experience, maintain a positive vision, and prioritize rest for business growth
Both stress the importance of balance and embodying grace in daily life.
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Ep. 13: State of Grace
Key Takeaways
Grace's Pies: A Delicious Revolution
Transitioning to a Trained Pie-Making Team
Dominating the Pie Market Expansion
Embrace Diverse Kitchen Spaces for Success
Emphasizing the Importance of Interviewing People
Prioritize Self-Care for Business Success
Embody Grace for Wellbeing
Seize the Day, Dive In!
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Key Takeaways
- Grace started State of Grace pies in Hawaii as an alternative income source during lockdown, focusing on wholesome ingredients and community comfort.
- In three years, Grace aims to have a trained crew to handle pie production and expand her business to the mainland, concentrating on savory pies.
- She plans to transition from being the sole pie maker to overseeing a trained team, expand to grocery stores in Hawaii and potentially the East Coast, and duplicate select pies to reduce reliance on farmer's market income.
- Grace discusses exploring different spaces for her own kitchen, the concept of ghost kitchens, and the importance of serving the community's needs.
- Kristin emphasizes the importance of interviewing people with ghost kitchen experience, maintaining a positive vision, and allowing rest for business growth.
Grace's Pies: A Delicious Revolution
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- Grace started State of Grace pies in Hawaii shortly after lockdown as an alternative source of income.
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- Grace's pies are made with love and wholesome ingredients, providing comfort and nourishment to the community.
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- Grace has a strong visual and creative ability, evident in her branding and Airstream pie truck.
Transitioning to a Trained Pie-Making Team
- In three years, Grace aims to have trained a crew to handle the laborious part of making the pies, as she is currently making 500 pies a week on her own.
- She envisions her business operating at a production level with a trained team taking over the pie-making process.
- Grace's goal is to transition from being the sole pie maker to overseeing a crew that can handle the production.
Dominating the Pie Market Expansion
- Grace envisions starting her pie business in Hawaii and expanding to the mainland, focusing on savory pies over sweet ones.
- She aims to be in grocery stores in Hawaii and eventually expand to Maui, Oahu, and California, with a potential market on the East Coast.
- In a year, Grace wants to have her own kitchen to have the flexibility to expand and grow her business.
- She plans to concentrate on duplicating select pies, such as mac and cheese with lobster, steak and ale, and chicken and thyme, to reduce reliance on farmer's market income.
- Grace manifests having a crew to work with as she speaks, acknowledging the power of manifestation in achieving her goals.
Embrace Diverse Kitchen Spaces for Success
- Kristin Morrison advises Grace to explore different spaces on the island to set up her kitchen, whether for rent or purchase, to gain clarity on her vision.
- Grace discusses the concept of ghost kitchens, where a brand's recipe is duplicated in different locations, and she plans to interview three people who have experience with this model.
- Grace shares examples of successful small businesses in her community, emphasizing the importance of serving the community's needs and the close-knit nature of island living.
Emphasizing the Importance of Interviewing People
- Kristin emphasizes the importance of interviewing people doing the ghost kitchen experience and looking at possible commercial kitchens.
- Kristin shares a story about her friend's positive attitude and how she found a stunning place despite challenges, encouraging Grace to maintain a similar vision.
- Grace reflects on her past experiences and the importance of believing that things will fall into place, resonating with Kristin's perspective on worry and timing.
- Kristin and Grace discuss the significance of taking a step back and allowing rest to happen for business growth, emphasizing the need for balance and restoration.
Prioritize Self-Care for Business Success
- Morning time is some of the most precious time we can have as a business owner, in terms of really nourishing ourselves.
- It's important to balance that out with taking care of yourself.
Embody Grace for Wellbeing
- It's important for business owners to embody more grace into their daily lives.
- Embodying grace is crucial for wellbeing.
- Considering the concept of death can be both morbid and enlivening.
Seize the Day, Dive In!
- This day is a gift, you know?
- I mean, again, such a cliche, but what are you gonna do today?
- I've given you three actions.
- One of them is to get in that ocean.
- I might do the same again today.