The Art Cake Coach | Time Management and Growth for Home-Based Creative Business.

Hello, my sweet friends! Yes, I am turning 50 on Saturday, and it is hitting hard. However, all things in life are a learning opportunity, and I have come to some important conclusions about my cake and coaching business after a summer break. Do you want to know? Let me invite you to listen to today's episode, and I can tell you to keep things simple, and no strategy is a strategy! Social Medi...

Hello, my sweet friends! Today is the last episode of the month, and I´ll be taking a short break till September, with the hope of coming back recharged, energized, and ready to keep giving you more tips on how to manage your cake business effectively and with ease. Have a great summer! Sign up for my upcoming live webinar where I’ll walk you through a full management plan tailored to your cake bu...

Are you answering client messages at 11 p.m.? Feeling like you're always one step behind with orders and communication? It’s time to take control of yourclient experience, with simple boundaries, thoughtful systems, and a whole lot of care. In this episode, we talk about: ·       How to set clear, kind client policies that work for you ·       Tips for delivering a great customer experience (a...

Is your cake studio ( or even your home kitchen) overflowing with tools and supplies you rarely use? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’ll shine a light on the hidden costs of clutter and how simple inventory management can save you money, time, and stress. ✅ Why overspending on gadgets happens (and how to stop) ✅ A step-by-step system to audit and organize your tools and supplies ✅ What to...

It’s time for a reset! In this episode, we’re pausing to reflect on the goals you set at the start of the year and making sure you’re still on the path that feels aligned and exciting. You’ll learn: ✨ Why mid-year reviews are essential for growth and confidence ✨ How to assess what’s working (and what isn’t) ✨ Simple steps to adjust and recommit to your biggest goals ✨ A live goal-audit exerci...

Are you avoiding marketing because it feels pushy or awkward? You’re not alone — many cake artists struggle with the idea of “selling.” But here’s the truth: marketing is just sharing your magic with the right people . In this episode, I’ll show you how to confidently promote your cake business online and offline, position yourself as the go-to baker, and use storytelling to connect with your drea...

Take the FREE quiz! What is your pricing mindset as a cake artist? : Take the Quiz here! Feeling stuck when it comes to pricing your cakes? You’re not alone. In this empowering episode, we dive into the emotional blocks behind undercharging and show you how to reframe your pricing mindset from fear to confidence. Get ready to learn simple tools that help you price with clarity, own your value, and...

Welcome to the last recorded class on the time management series for the paid subscription os The Art Cake Coach Podcast. Today, we cover the final basic principles for a healthy relationship with time and successful time management, as well as aspects such as multitasking, motivation, and dealing with distractions, so you can start building a great time management plan.

Hello, my sweet friends. Are you feeling like you’re always racing against the clock in your cake business? well... You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode of The Art Cake Coach Podcast , I am talking all about time: how to manage it, how to protect it, and how tomake it work for you, not against you. From batching your baking days to time-blocking like a pro, I’ll gu...

Hello, my sweet friends! Today, we’re digging into something that so many cake artists struggle with: why managing your business the wrong way can lead to burnout, chaos, and lost profit .And how flipping the script can actually give you more freedom, not less. I know what you’re thinking: I didn’t get into cakes to managespreadsheets! And I get it. You love the art, the flavors, the smiles on you...

As cake business owners, getting the word out there and finding new clients is vital to our business. Networking not only provides that, but also keeps us in touch and connected with our customers and peers. Today's episode is all about Networking, why it is important, and what prevents us from showing up, the fear of judgment, Imposter Syndrome, and it all comes down to self-worth. Remember t...

As busy cake artists, we are after the latest app, the ultimate tool, or the easiest way to manage our time so we don't have to think about it. I have news for you, none of the above will work unless you work on the basic principles or the real " secrets" to manage your time, and this is what I am sharing with you today on this podcast episode. Let me invite you to listen ( or watch...

Let me invite you to listen to today´s episode as Yvonne and I talk about all the changes happening in our cake industry. From business closing down, AI, social media, pricing, and the economy, and clients´ preferences, things seem to be changing rapidly, and the question is, can we cope with it? Thank you Yvonne for being with me today, if you want to listen to Yvonne's podcast or follow her...

Hello, my sweet friends, let me invite you to listen to this candid and fun conversation with cake artist Bradley Rae Lamb. We talk all about starting his cake business, participating in TV cake competitions, and much more. This is the first episode ever to have a full video on all platforms! Thank you, Bradley, for being part of The Art Cake Coach podcast. If you want to know more about Bradley R...

I can't believe it's been 3 years since the podcast started, and today we are celebrating this 3rd anniversary and the end of season 3 of the podcast. Thank you to all my sponsors and guests for being part of this year, and thank you to all of you who listen ( and watch ) this podcast on your favorite platforms, including now on YouTube. Remember that now you can watch this full episode on...

Hello, my sweet friends! A couple of weeks ago, our cake community was victim of a new trend, this time the AI doll trend, where you ask an app or ChatGPT to make yourself into an action figure doll. Did you do it or did you survive it? Let me invite you to listen to this episode and hear the story of my AI doll and how I made it through this trend, also, how we can use trends on SM and AI for our...

Hello, my sweet friends. Today´s episode is very special and personal. As our 3rd anniversary approaches, I believe it is time to refocus, rethink, and do some accountability on what´s coming for the podcast and our cake industry. This episode is packed with personal insights after a conversation with a fellow cake artist and friend that got me thinking about all that is going on, how much our ind...

In this special content episode of The Art Cake Coach Club, I am sharing key questions to help you gain more clarity about your cake business. Getting clarity will lead to better management, more focus, and better workflow, and you´ll be less overwhelmed by all the tasks that need to be done when you run your own business. Ask yourself the following questions: What is the mission ( personality and...

Many cake artists try to “get organized” without knowing what they’re organizing for . Every task feels urgent or important if you don’t know where you’re going. Productivity without clarity is just busyness with better stationery. In today´s episode, we explore some ideas to get some clarity about your cake business before moving on to managing your time. ✨ PLUS — I’ve created a free template ju...

Running a cake business is like being on a realityshow—there’s drama, deadlines, and the occasional cake disaster. If you’ve ever felt exhausted, overworked, or on the verge of quitting, this episode is for you! Today, we’re talking about the five biggestmistakes that can make your cake business a nightmare—and, more importantly, how to fix them so you can thrive (and maybe even sleep once in a wh...

Running a cake business isn’t just about beautiful designs and yummy cakes — it’s also about keeping things organized behind the scenes! This is many times overlooked by cake artists that later wonder, why is my business not profitable, or why did it die? In this episode, I’ll show you: ✔️ Why business management mattersfor your creative success ✔️ The simple essentials everycake artist needs ✔️ E...

Our dear cake community is truning 5 and as last year I shared four take aways from my dear Cake Friends Stay Creative, this year I am adding one more. Listen to how we celebrated and what I have learned in these past five years! Today´s episode is sponsored by The Sweet Challet Shoppe link here: https://www.thesweetchalet.com/ Use the exclusive discount code for the listeners of The Art Cake Coac...

Ever feel like you’re working for free? Do you break out in a cold sweat when someone asks, ‘How much for a cake?’ Today, we’re tackling pricing—the fun way! Yep, we’re talking about the biggest pricing mistakes cake artists make...and roasting them (lightly, like a good sponge cake) Today´s episode is sponsored by Saracino on their online magazine " We Love Pastry" link here: https://ww...

Welcome to the third class of the Time Management series for the paid subscription to The Art Cake Coach podcast. Today, we talk about prioritizing, learning to say no, choosing the next steps, and working on what truly moves the needle for your business. Stay tuned for four more classes about time management. Book a FREE 30-minute coaching call with me and let´s talk about how I can help you step...

DISCLAIMER: I apologize for the sound of today´s episode. It seems that my Mic setting was off, and I sounded like I was inside a bottle. However, bear with me as the content is on point!. Thanks, my sweet friends. Do you want clients who pay and stay? Don´t we all! Isn´t that a cake artist's dream? Well, let me invite you to listen to today´s episode and find out how to attract the right clie...