We were lucky to catch up with Jules Baker recently and have shared our conversation below.
Jules, so glad you were able to set aside some time for us today. We’ve always admired not just your journey and success, but also the seemingly high levels of self-discipline that you seem to have mastered and so maybe we can start by chatting about how you developed it or where it comes from?
My self discipline comes from the tough but true understanding that in the end, I am the one person I can count on. No one else is going to step in and live my life for me. That is not to say that I don’t have a wonderful group of people in my corner who support me in my endeavors, but it is up to me to set a goal and take the steps to follow through, even when things are hard.
Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
Bread of the Month Club is Kansas City’s only membership-based bakery! We are a club for bread lovers! We offer a different exciting and truly delicious bread to our subscribers and one-time buyers each month, then deliver that bread to their doorstep. From time to time we also offer holiday-specific breads as well as add-on items like cookies and pastries for special occasions.
This fall and winter we have a handful of in-person pop-up events planned at KC shops where you can browse local goods and wares while enjoying Bread of the Month Club’s finest treats! Details will be announced on Instagram and in an email newsletter, so make sure you’re signed up on our site!
We even offer bread classes and have some new and exciting hands-on and in-person breaducation events lined up for this fall. Sign up to receive our monthly newsletter to be one of the first to know when the new bread class dates are set!
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?
Patience is probably the number one quality that I had to practice to get anywhere with this business. Bread baking takes a lot of patience and so does running a bread business.
We touched on it at the beginning, but self-discipline is also a skill that is very helpful while single-handedly running a bakery. There is a lot of planning, preparation and learning that goes into a business like mine, and none of that is possible without some self-discipline.
Lastly, I would note that determination is key. If you want something badly enough, work hard to get it, and are determined to make it happen, you will likely succeed. The same is true for a small business. There have been many ups and downs in the 4 years Bread of the Month Club has been in business, but my determination to keep trying is why my lovely customers keep receiving a fresh and unique bread on their doorsteps each month.
Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
I am always on the lookout for great spots to set up a pop-up! Don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you own a shop and would like to have me set up and sell Bread of the Month Club treats for an afternoon!
Did you know Bread of the Month Club also caters events? I would love to collaborate with businesses, residences and even for weddings to bring a bulk order (think soft pretzel wall or cinnamon roll towers!) to your event.
Lastly, Bread of the Month Club would love to host private baking classes! Please reach out if you are interested!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.breadofthemonthclub.com
- Instagram: @breadofthemonthclub
- Facebook: Bread of the Month Club
- Other: [email protected]
Image Credits
Jules Baker
