Episode 4 : A Teen Entrepreneur’s Baking Business: HOW A TEEN BALANCES SCHOOL & A BAKING BUSINESS

A Teen Entrepreneur’s Baking Business: HOW A TEEN BALANCES SCHOOL & A BAKING BUSINESS

00:00:00:00 – Intro
Cash Kid: What's up, cash kids? Welcome back to the Cash Kid Podcast! We're in season three, and this season we’re exploring fun and creative ways for kids and teens to learn about money, entrepreneurship, and setting up their own side hustles. Today, we've got an exciting guest—someone who's already turning her passions into profits.

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00:00:27:18 – Introducing the Guest
Cash Kid: Today, we’re talking to a high school freshman who’s taking her love for baking and turning it into a business. She’s whipping up more than just sweet treats; she’s making some extra cash on the side! This young entrepreneur is using her skills, creativity, and hustle to run her very own baking business, and we’re thrilled to share her story with you.

Stick around to hear how she’s doing it, the challenges she’s faced, and why we consider her a true Cash Kid.

00:01:45:03 – Guest Introduction
Cash Kid: Joining us today is Sadie Norris. Sadie is a fellow Cash Kid, using her talents and entrepreneurial mindset to make extra cash. She runs a baking business called "Sadie's Sourdough and Sweets." Just the mention of it is making me hungry! She’s baking up a storm weekly for clients, and we’ve asked her to join us to talk about how she’s using her baking skills to make a profit.

00:01:54:16 – First Question
Cash Kid: Welcome to the show, Sadie! First off, tell us a little bit about yourself.

00:02:07:10 – Sadie’s Baking Journey
Sadie Norris: I’ve always loved to bake. I make sourdough bread with my mom, strawberry pie by myself, and I use my sister’s chocolate chip cookie recipe.

00:02:18:22 – When Did You Start Baking?
Cash Kid: So, when did you start baking and learning how to make these things?

00:02:32:11 – Selling Online
Cash Kid: Do you have a website where people can buy your baked goods?

00:02:47:16 – Shipping
Cash Kid: How do you ship your items?

00:03:01:20 – Why Start a Baking Business?
Cash Kid: What gave you the idea to use your talent and skill to make some extra money?

00:03:23:01 – Other Ways of Making Money
Cash Kid: I know baking isn’t your only way to make money because we worked together at the local concession stand this summer. What are some other ways you’ve worked to make money?

00:03:38:14 – Finding Clients
Cash Kid: How do you find clients to buy your goods? Do you run ads on Facebook or just post in groups?

00:04:04:23 – Feeling of Earning Your Own Money
Cash Kid: How does it feel to make your own money?

00:04:22:07 – Saving vs. Spending
Cash Kid: You’re going to be a freshman. Are there any big purchases you’re saving up for, or do you just spend your money as you go?

00:05:08:03 – Advice for Young Entrepreneurs
Cash Kid: What advice would you give to kids and teens who are thinking about starting their own side hustle or business as a student?

00:05:21:08 – Balancing School and Business
Cash Kid: How do you manage your business while still being a full-time student?

00:05:47:06 – Lessons Learned from Running a Business
Cash Kid: What have you learned from running Sadie’s Sourdough and Sweets?

00:06:10:07 – Time Commitment for Sourdough Baking
Cash Kid: I’ve heard that sourdough can take a while to make. How long does it take you? And if you get a lot of orders, how do you keep up?

00:06:52:08 – Best-Selling Items
Cash Kid: You also sell cookies and pies. What’s your best-selling item?

00:07:05:17 – How to Place an Order
Cash Kid: How can people place an order, and how do they get their goods delivered?

00:07:41:01 – Clarifying Pickup and Delivery
Cash Kid: Just to clarify, do you do porch pickup, or do you drop off orders?

00:08:04:18 – Pricing
Cash Kid: What are your prices for cookies, pies, and sourdough?

00:08:22:22 – Expanding the Business
Cash Kid: Do you have plans to expand your business, add more items, or sell online?

00:08:45:05 – Baking Mishaps
Cash Kid: Have you ever had a batch of dough go wrong or made a mess in the kitchen?

00:09:19:26 – Friends’ Reactions
Cash Kid: What do your friends think about you running this business?

00:09:45:09 – Conclusion
Cash Kid: Sadie, we appreciate your time and expertise! Thank you for joining us on the Cash Kid Podcast and boosting the financial knowledge of fellow Cash Kids everywhere. Remember, anyone can be a Cash Kid—you just have to learn how to become one. Cash Kid out!

00:10:04:10 – Disclaimer
The information presented represents the views and opinions of the guest. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not provide personal investment advice. Speak with a financial advisor—and for kids, definitely your parents—before making any investment decisions.