Meet Jieqiong Huang

We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Jieqiong Huang. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Jieqiong below.

Jieqiong, looking forward to learning from your journey. You’ve got an amazing story and before we dive into that, let’s start with an important building block. Where do you get your work ethic from?

I got my work ethic from my mom. She taught me to never give up and to keep pursuing my dreams. When she was younger, she couldn’t afford to go to college and worked in a factory. However, she always wanted to be an accountant. I have a memory from my early childhood that has stuck with me. I remember she would pick me up from daycare and take me to her evening classes after work. I can still picture her taking notes in class while watching me, making jokes with her classmates about the graphics on the blackboard. She truly embraced whatever life threw at her, and her spirit continues to inspire me to always smile at life.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

I bake cookies that are very similar to shortbread but even more buttery and crumbly. They have a versatile texture: they melt in your mouth when warm and taste like ice cream when enjoyed cold. I love being creative with flavors while striving to perfect the cookie itself. The most exciting part for me is seeing people’s faces light up after they taste Butterie. The joy on their faces means everything to me, and I hope to spread that happiness to every corner of the world. Our next step is launching an online store with three flavors—butter, matcha, and coconut.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

First is to manage your energy. We all have limited energy and time. If we don’t manage it well, we can easily get burned out. What I’ve learned is to always make a to-do list and categorize tasks as important, urgent, or both. Prioritize the urgent and important tasks daily. Also, allow yourself to rest, and remember to pace yourself. If there is ever a moment when you feel like you can’t go on, take a break and come back refreshed.
Second is to be consistent. It is one of the most important factors for growth. It’s essential to continuously make an effort. One day, the accumulation of small changes will lead to a significant transformation. Be patient with yourself and your business, and give it time to evolve.
The third is to be disciplined. I personally value discipline more than motivation. The reason is that I’m not motivated every day, so I could easily slack off if I relied solely on motivation. However, if I am disciplined, I will continuously work on what I promised myself. Set aside some time each day that you’ve committed to yourself, and then dedicate yourself to it.

Any advice for folks feeling overwhelmed?

I would go for a walk or run outdoors, get some fresh air, take in the views, and clear my mind. Taking a break and immersing myself in nature or the outdoors can sometimes help me see things more clearly.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.butteriebakehouse.com/
• Instagram: @butteriebakehouse
• Other: Tiktok
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Konrad Haag, Jonna Shi and other strangers