45. Calculating Your Capacity for Markets and Pre-Orders in Your Sourdough Microbakery

The Bread Winner Podcast

Planning your bake days doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most important aspects of running a microbakery: determining your capacity. Whether you’re gearing up for a big market or setting limits for pre-orders,

I’m sharing practical strategies to help you simplify your schedule, work within your constraints, and avoid burnout. You’ll come away with actionable tips to manage your time and resources more effectively, so you can focus on what matters most—creating incredible baked goods for your customers.

This episode is all about making your microbakery work for you. From identifying your equipment and space limitations to calculating realistic bake-day timelines, I’ll guide you through the steps to create a sustainable workflow.

If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin trying to meet demand, this conversation is packed with insights to help you streamline your process and feel more in control of your baking business.

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