How did your goals shape your year as a cake artist? As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your wins, learn from challenges, and set purposeful goals for the new year. In this episode, I guide you through practical steps to review your 2024 goals, celebrate your progress, and plan with intention for 2025. Whether you’re a cake artist building your business or pursuing personal growth, these tips and exercises will help you end the year on a high note and start the nex...
Dec 03, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 127
🎄 Master Holiday Time Management for Cake Artists 🎄 The holiday rush can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, we dive deeper into staying organized and productive during the busiest season of the year. Learn practical time management strategies tailored for cake artists, including time-blocking, breaking down big tasks, and prioritizing your to-do list. Plus, discover actionable exercises to help you balance your business and personal life without losing the holiday spi...
Nov 26, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 123
🎄 Boost Your Holiday Cake Sales! 🎄 In this festive episode, we dive into actionable marketing tips to help cake decorators and artists make the most of the holiday season. From social media strategies to choosing the right products and pricing them perfectly, you’ll learn how to spread the holiday cheer—and boost your business! Don’t miss these sweet ideas to make your cakes the star of the season. 🎂✨ Here is my gift for you, in today´s episode you walk away with a PDF to plan the social medi...
Nov 19, 2024•52 min•Season 3Ep. 125
If you are thinking about opening a cake business or feel that your business is unclear and all over the place, with unclear goals and no objective, let me invite you to listen to today´s podcast. In today´s episode, I cover an easy way to create a 10-page deck where you can describe your business, understand your target audience, niche down, set goals, and test your idea. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I h...
Nov 12, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 123
We all fear failure and as Cake Artists this is something we constantly face with our business, clients, cake competitions, and more. Failure can be also a stepping stone if we face it as a learning experience. Today´s episode is all about facing and overcoming failures and turning them into victories. My gift to you: Copy the FREE guide " Failure Checklist: Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones" here Download the PDF here: https://failure-checklist.tiiny.site Welcome to The Art Cake Coach P...
Oct 29, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 123
As cake artists, Multitasking is an everyday struggle that can burn us out and even overwhelm us. Can we stop multitasking whatsoever? Is there a benefit to multitasking? How can we deal with all our responsibilities? Let me invite you to listen to today´s episode and find some tips on coping with this. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset and the Niche and Target A...
Oct 22, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 122
Understanding time management principles is a game changer when organizing your time, week, or month, setting goals, and even blocking time. Today we cover the basic time management principles and I share with you some practical exercises to be more productive and effective as a cake artist. Don´t forget to send me your feedback about this episode´s exercise and I´ll send you a guide with for more Time Management practical exercises specially tailored for Cake Artists. Welcome to The Art Cake Co...
Oct 15, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Meet my coachee, Deanne Lucas, we have been working together for almost three years and today she shares with all of us her journey and all the benefits she got out of our coaching sessions. From dealing with imposter syndrome to managing her time and setting goals, my sweet friend Deanna shares it all with us. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset and the Niche and ...
Oct 08, 2024•52 min•Season 3Ep. 120
Only one month away from the most important cake competition and event of our industry and in today´s episode, David Close and I talk in detail about all you need to know to participate. You still have time to enroll in the competition as doors close on the 6th of October, 2024. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset and the Niche and Target Audience audio classes. Th...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 119
Hello, my sweet friends! Today I invite you to meet my ideal customer. Sarah Baker is my target audience and needs a lot of help to manage her time wisely and productively, can you identify with Sarah? Also, I talk about the importance of seeking help and guidance when feeling overwhelmed, tired, and dealing with Imposter Syndrome to the point that it affects your business and creativity as a cake artist. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Settin...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 118
Hello, my sweet friends. Today, I had the chance to sit down and talk with an Australian pâtissier and television presenter, Adriano Zumbo. We had a very down-to-earth, candid conversation about the cake business, success, social media, fame, and customer experience, among other topics. There are so many takeaways from a very successful yet humble and nice person. It was an honor to have him on The Art Cake Coach Podcast and I invite you to listen to today´s episode and follow Adriano at: https:...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 117
Artificial Intelligence is here and is one of the most controversial topics in our cake community. Today´s episode is all about AI, how to use it for our benefit, and how to prepare for what is coming. Follow Mo Gawdat on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mo_gawdat/?hl=es BBC Maestro Course: https://www.bbcmaestro.com/courses/mo-gawdat/happiness/lessons/happiness-introduction?autoplay=true#lesson-player Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for ...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 116
Hello, my sweet friends! I am back after a summer break, and very happy to start my birthday month with this amazing guest Let´s welcome business coach and pricing strategist Natalie Freeman from 13 Rhythms A great episode filled with lots of takeaways for you and your business. Don´t miss it! You can find Natalie here: https://www.instagram.com/13rhythms/ Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptio...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 115
This is a " see you later" episode. I believe in the importance of taking a break to recharge and regroup and be able to give you the best of me here on this podcast. For that reason, I´ll take a break in August and return in September with great guests and episodes for all of you here on The Art Cake Coach Podcast. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset and the Niche...
Aug 06, 2024•26 min•Season 3Ep. 114
To wrap up our month of accountability we have an amazing guest, Kate Tynan from The Cake Business Club is here with us today talking and sharing her knowledge about social media and not only the benefits of using it as cake artists but also some practical tips that can make you grow your following and engagement. You can find Kate at: https://www.thecakebusinessclub.co.uk/ Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I ...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 113
Hello my sweet friends! We keep going on our accountability month and today I invite you to join me as we dive into a comprehensive mid-year review of your social media goals and settings. Let´s revisit the objectives you set at the start of the year, analyze your performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement. Whether you're facing fluctuating engagement or struggling to keep up with the latest trends, today I´ll share with you some practical tips and strategies to help you succeed. We...
Jul 23, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 112
Hello, my sweet friends, it is accountability month and we keep reviewing our goals and pricing for our cake business. In this episode of The Art Cake Coach Podcast, we dive into money mindset and pricing methods. Join me as we explore pricing strategies, how to update your prices confidently, and the importance of cultivating a healthy money mindset for success. I'll share practical tips to help you ensure your cake business remains profitable and sustainable. Tune in and take the next step tow...
Jul 16, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 111
Hello, my sweet friends, it is accountability month and we keep reviewing our goals and pricing for our cake business. In this episode of The Art Cake Coach Podcast, we dive into the essential mid-year review of your pricing methods. Join me as we explore pricing strategies, how to update your prices confidently, and the importance of cultivating a healthy financial outlook. I'll share practical tips to help you ensure your cake business remains profitable and sustainable. Tune in and take the n...
Jul 09, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 110
Hello, my sweet friends! It is time to do our accountability sesion and review our goals for 2024 As we hit the year's halfway mark, it’s time to review and refresh our cake artistry goals. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills, manage your cake business better, or find new inspiration, this episode is packed with tips and strategies just for you. In this fun and engaging episode, we celebrate our wins, reflect on challenges, and learn how to set SMART goals tailored to cake artists. We ...
Jul 02, 2024•52 min•Season 3Ep. 109
Hello my sweet friends, join me in this episode as I explore the journey from cake decorator to an online instructor. Discover how to leverage your baking skills to create engaging online courses, build a personal brand, and overcome common challenges. Featuring practical tips, and proven advice, this episode is your guide to turning your passion for baking into a thriving online teaching business. Tune in and take the first step toward your new career. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subs...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 108
Hello my sweet friends, in today´s episode I share with you a great conversation I had with Maressa Valentin de Rivera, owner of the Sweet Chalet Shoppe in Florida, USA. Please grab a cup of coffee or tea and join us in a fun and relaxed conversation filled with industry knowledge and great takeaways. And if you want to know more about Maressa, you can find her at https://www.thesweetchalet.com/ . Thank you my dear friend for a great interview and a wonderful afternoon! Welcome to The Art Cake C...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 107
Hello, my sweet friends, In this episode, I talk about the exciting journey of transitioning from a cake artist to an educator. If you're a cake artist looking to scale your business or explore a new avenue of income, teaching your craft could be the perfect path for you. Let´s talk about the benefits of teaching, how to assess your readiness, and the steps to plan and set up your classes. From marketing strategies to delivering engaging lessons, let me share with you some tips to start on your ...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 106
Hello my sweet friends, last week's episode got a lot of feedback and I wanted to continue the conversation with some easy-to-follow tips that can help you make the best out of your cake business social media account. Social Media is a tool for our cake business, and we need to understand the basics and make it work for our benefit. I invite you to listen to today's episode where I share what I know and what has worked for me. I also confess what I have and haven't done to cope with social media...
Jun 04, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 105
Hello my sweet friends, I totally understand that knowing what to post on social media, and thinking about social media marketing when to pots, conversion, algorithms, trends, and hashtags can be too much when you have a cake business to run and be creative at the same time. I have to confess, I hate it! But it is a tool for our cake business, and we need to understand the basics and make it work for our benefit. I invite you to listen to today's episode where I share what I know and what has wo...
May 28, 2024•56 min•Season 3Ep. 104
Today we have the great David Brice from CakeFlix talking with us about the cake business, time management, goal setting, and much more. I had such a great time talking to David as we both enjoy business so much and we are here to serve our communities with great content to create enjoyable and profitable cake businesses. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset and the...
May 21, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 103
In today's episode, I discuss the importance of prioritizing in time management. As cake artists, it's crucial to not only prioritize tasks but also to decide what is truly important and where to direct our energy. It's okay to accept that we may have to miss out on some things. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset and the Nice and Target Audience audio classes. Thi...
May 14, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 102
As a creative cake artist, time is often a precious commodity. Organizing your schedule and planning your week can be a daunting task. However, it's important to remember that time is finite, and no time management technique will work unless you have the right mindset. I invite you to listen to today's episode and discover how to become more productive, use your time wisely, and effectively balance your work and personal life. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio cla...
May 07, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 101
Can you believe it´s been 2 years and 100 episodes? Today we celebrate 2 years of the podcast and I want to send a special thank you to my sponsors and all the show's guests. Thank you to all my listeners, this wouldn't be possible without you. Here is to 100 more and many years together! Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money Mindset. Here is the link to the Subscription cha...
May 01, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 100
Can you believe we are one episode away from 100? And what better way to celebrate than with this great interview with David Close, head judge of Cake International, and award-winning sugar flower artist Miriam Pearson. Enjoy this friendly chat filled with takeaways for those who wish to participate in cake competitions and so much more. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting for Cake Artists this month I have an exceptional class about Money...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 99
Hello, my sweet friends! I bet you didn´t know I am a Gelatin Art Instructor with my own technique for gelatin art. And with the upcoming Gelatin Art Masterclass, I decided to share some tips with you to create the best base gelatine for your flowers. Also, this month on the Subscriptions Platform you´ll have access to the Niche and Target audience class and the new and improved Time Management class. Welcome to The Art Cake Coach Podcast Subscription and find audio classes about Goal Setting fo...
Apr 16, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 98