02/23/2021
Fuel Your Adventures & ¡dalé!.
Dalé Bars were created to keep you nourished, inspired, & satisfied. This very small side hustle is a one woman show at the moment. Swipe right to see me, Caroline, (Hello! if we have not met!). .
While working as Assistant Kitchen Manager for La Saison (see more of my adventures ), I launched this past virtual pop up, selling more bars than I have ever done so before, which is still overwhelmingly filling my soul. I intentionally decided to host seasonal pop ups versus launching a “virtual shop” in order to authentically show up to all of my adventurous customers so that they ultimately have the best experience possible. And with every pop up, I learn so much. .
With this New Year hustle season coming to an end, I find myself rather burned out, which honestly happens every time to some extent. But, with even more growth & slow expansion, the burnout seems to be more intense. While providing fuel for others, I ironically have struggled with some sort of “balance” of nourishment, rest & hustle for myself. Thus, this instagram page has been a little quiet. .
As I reflect on what I’d do differently, I thought I’d share my sentiments. Why? Well, I guess as some sort of explanation on why I haven’t posted as much on here. But, also to authentically share my journey as an entrepreneurial Chef & growing brand to inspire others as well. The side hustle life is rather unglamorous at times; although do not get me wrong, I love almost every minute of it & plan to continue to sustainably grow this year. But, the energy to create delicious energy can be draining. & Its such an eye-opening experience for me to realize a) the unhealthy work boundaries I set for myself b) the fact that I have the power to not only change that for myself & possible future employees AND c) to set a bar (pun intended lol) for the future of this side hustle to maintain in regards to boundaries & recharging, etc. .
We have more power than we know, at times. And this is just a reminder to anyone who needs to hear it (especially to myself) to BE POWERFUL, boldly & proudly. We do not have to settle for things/limiting beliefs/behaviors that no longer serve us & ultimately, do not make us content. .
Fuel your life. Dalé. 💪🏽