01/04/2026
True words..
Things I’m NOT doing in 2026 as a baker / small business owner:
• Undercharging because someone has a “budget.” I got bills too.
• Explaining why custom means custom. If you can get it from Walmart, go right ahead. I encourage you.
• Accepting last-minute orders because you forgot. That’s not my emergency. Birthdays are on the same day every year.
• Feeling bad for enforcing my policies. Read them or don’t book.
• Entertaining “Can I just ask a question?” at 11:47pm.
• Giving discounts to people who never support me at full price.
• Redoing work for people who changed their mind after pickup.
• Accepting “exposure” like it pays the rent.
• Chasing payments. If it’s not paid, it’s wont be made.
• Explaining my worth to people who already decided they don’t want to pay it.
My business is growing.
My peace is non-negotiable.
