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In the inaugural episode of the Breadwinner Podcast, host Caroline Bower, a successful home-based sourdough bakery owner, outlines the foundational steps needed to start your own sourdough micro bakery at home. Caroline covers crucial topics such as understanding and complying with local laws and regulations, setting up an efficient kitchen, perfecting your bulk recipe baking, sourcing quality ingredients, building your brand, and effective marketing strategies. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of managing your own time and energy to build a sustainable and profitable business. This episode provides a comprehensive guide for aspiring home bakers aiming to turn their passion into a thriving business.

00:00 Welcome to the Breadwinner Podcast

01:23 Laying the Legal Foundation

03:51 Setting Up Your Kitchen

05:42 Essential Baking Equipment

08:01 Perfecting Your Recipe

09:38 Sourcing Your Ingredients

12:06 Building Your Brand

14:33 Marketing and Selling Your Bread

16:44 Managing Your Time and Energy

18:38 Conclusion and Next Steps