Erinn Hendricks The greatest lesson that has molded me into who I am came from loss! Loss of a job propelled me into my destiny. It forced me to realize there’s something bigger out there and “comfort” would NEVER allow me to find it. Losing that “cush” job and being made uncomfortable helped me to find and hone a talent I never knew existed! There’s a blessing in loss because what you gain is always so much better. We just have to be brave and courageous enough to trust the process. I knew I was not cut out for restaurant work before I started culinary school. I had two children and knew the demands of that profession wouldn’t be beneficial for a healthy work/life balance. I also knew I didn’t want anyone else calling shots for my livelihood ever again. Ownership was the only way to go and what better way to blend all those objectives other than starting a catering company?! I didn’t have much support with that vision throughout culinary school as the focus was placing students in restaurants and casinos for employment, but that just reinforced the need for me to push! Nothing worth having comes easy! Interestingly, the catering is what began and the custom cakes developed later and completely took off. They’ve actually been the bread and butter of my business for the last couple years. Catering has since picked up during the pandemic and they’re running neck and neck now!
There is so much advice I would give to women today in bringing a working vision into the world. The top three would be: Just do it! Overthinking paralyzes you and prevents your vision from coming to life. Instead of thinking of what could go wrong, think of what could go right and make your move! - Trust the process! Two of my favorite scriptures are Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11. NOTHING happens by coincidence. It’s all a part of His plan. Trust it! Your gift will truly make room for you! - Invest in yourself! Hone your craft. Network, take classes, practice, promote...do whatever is necessary to bring you and your brand to the next level! Never underestimate the power of people, place and things! They can be exactly what you need to go from vision to reality! Facebook Instagram Email 856-238-8104
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