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In this episode of the Kitchen Table Dreams Podcast, Kimberly Houston discusses the importance of consistency in business and how to achieve it. She introduces the concept of 'dead ends vs. doorways' in content creation and emphasizes the need for a rhythm that fits individual lifestyles.

Kimberly outlines the key ingredients for consistency, including setting clear boundaries, batch planning, and ensuring that offers align with personal values. She also highlights the significance of mindset, letting go of perfectionism, and being present in the entrepreneurial journey.

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E105: Systems That Save You—How to Stop Hustling and Start Scaling with Ariana Refsdal

Are you drowning in DMs, forgetting emails, or recreating the wheel every single time you get a new order? You're not lazy—you're just overloaded. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to create systems that support your creativity instead of stifling it.

I'm joined by Ariana Ruffstall, operations strategist and the "ops bestie" every creative entrepreneur needs. We talk about why so many business owners resist structure, how to implement supportive systems without losing your flow, and the real reason why outsourcing might be the smartest (and most aligned) move you make this year.

• How to systematize without selling your soul
• What to do today if you blow up overnight
• Why automation isn't the enemy—and how it can help you sleep
• The subtle mindset shifts that move you from reactive to ready

Whether you're a baker, brand strategist, or somewhere in between, this episode will change how you approach your business behind the scenes.

🎧 Ready to stop spinning your wheels and start scaling with ease? Press play—and don’t forget to subscribe to Kitchen Table Dreams so you never miss an episode.

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• Website: inspiredvirtualcollaborations.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/inspiredvirtualcollaborations

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If you're still selling what worked last year, but you’ve grown since then, this is your wake-up call. In this episode of the Kitchen Table Dreams podcast, we’re getting honest about your offers. Because alignment in business doesn’t just mean “doing what you love”—it means only selling what reflects who you are right now and where your brand is going next.

It’s time to clean up the mess behind the menu.

• Learn how to audit your offers using the 3-Bucket Method: Double Down, Tweak, or Retire
• Understand the real reason your launches are falling flat (hint: it’s not your strategy)
• Stop draining your energy delivering offers you’ve outgrown
• Discover how to rebuild an aligned offer ecosystem that supports long-term scale
• Know exactly when to shift your audience and why unsubscribes are a good thing

This is about more than revenue—it’s about resonance. Your audience feels your energy. If you’re not obsessed with what you’re selling, they won’t be either.

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What if the dullness in your business isn’t burnout—it’s misalignment masked as comfort?

In this episode of the Kitchen Table Dreams podcast, Kimberly Houston delivers a powerful reframing for entrepreneurs who feel stuck in a season that’s “fine”—but far from fulfilling. If your business is moving, but your energy isn’t… it’s time to ask a deeper question: Are you growing, or are you playing small?

You’ll learn how to distinguish between ease and apathy, reconnect with your original vision, and stop mistaking stagnation for peace. Kimberly breaks down the habits, mindsets, and excuses that keep high-potential entrepreneurs hiding—and offers a direct path back to intentional, aligned growth.

What this episode covers:

• Why alignment isn’t always exciting—and what to do when it feels flat
• The difference between building with ease and coasting in complacency
• Signs that your business model is too small for who you’ve become
• The PROOF Method to reframe limiting beliefs that keep you stuck
• Why your goals may reflect doubt more than desire
• A practical path to reignite your alignment without burning everything down

If your business used to light you up—and now just pays the bills—it’s time to re-evaluate.

Kimberly shares her personal story of how a single moment in a cookie decorating class changed her entire trajectory and became the foundation for Teach Me How to Bake. Whether you’re feeling emotionally disconnected, quietly resentful, or just… bored, this conversation will help you realign with your mission and take bold action again.

Helpful links:

Explore the Baking My Way to 6 Figures Mastermind
Build a six-figure business that aligns with your values and your vision.
→ https://teachmehowtobake.com/mastermind

Access the free video series: Kitchen Table Dreams – Beyond the Hustle
10 strategic lessons to help you overcome burnout and move with intention.
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For creative entrepreneurs ready to expand beyond their comfort zone—this episode is your wake-up call.

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If you’re tired of running yourself into the ground while chasing your goals, this episode is your blueprint for building a business that works without the burnout. Learn how to take bold, intentional action that moves the needle—and still honors your energy.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why most entrepreneurs burn out (and how alignment prevents it)
• The truth about hustle culture vs. strategic action
• How to use the 3-2-1 Rule to plan your week with clarity
• Real-life examples of what misaligned action looks like
• Three red flags that signal your business is out of sync with your vision

Key Takeaways:
Aligned action isn’t passive—it’s powerful. When your moves are rooted in clarity, intention, and vision, growth becomes sustainable and success becomes repeatable. Kimberly shares how to avoid reactive decision-making, manage your energy as a CEO, and build a long-term plan that actually supports your life.

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If you’re a creative or culinary entrepreneur ready to beat burnout and regain clarity, don’t miss Kimberly’s Kitchen Table Dreams: Beyond the Hustle series.
✔️ Watch the full series here: https://kimberlyihouston.com/youtube
✔️ Or take the free mini-course version here: Beyond the Hustle

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Build a six-figure business with aligned systems, consistent income, and a clear growth plan.
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Try the 3-2-1 Rule this week (3 priorities, 2 aligned actions, 1 reflection) and tag @kimberlyihouston on social media with your insights or wins. Kimberly is now on all platforms under her full name—no more Coach Chef Kim.

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Feeling off in your business but not sure why? In this episode, Kimberly Houston shares her Empowered Alignment Framework and walks you through a five-question audit to help you recalibrate your business with clarity and confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The quiet warning signs that your business is out of alignment
• How to stop saying yes to clients and offers that drain you
• The difference between inspired action and hustle
• How to apply the Empowered Alignment Framework to daily decisions
• Why alignment isn’t a one-time check-in, but a repeatable rhythm for success

About the Episode:
This episode is a must-listen for creative entrepreneurs, culinary professionals, and service providers who want more than just sales—they want sustainability, ease, and direction. Kimberly breaks down her three-part framework: Authentic Awareness, Inspired Action, and Abundance Mindset. She shares real examples from her journey and challenges you to ask the hard questions about your business, your offers, and your time.

Whether you’re navigating a shift, scaling up, or starting fresh, this episode will help you identify what’s working, what needs to go, and what you’re truly being called to create.

Discover the Baking My Way to 6 Figures Mastermind:
If you’re ready to build a business rooted in strategy, clarity, and alignment, this mastermind was designed for you.
Learn more: https://teachmehowtobake.com/mastermind

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Complete the 5-question alignment audit from this episode. Then share your biggest takeaway or “aha” moment and tag Kimberly on Instagram at @kitchentabledreams or @kimberlyihouston.

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• Are you really running a business—or just funding a glorified hobby?
• Wondering how to recession-proof your entrepreneurial dreams?
• Curious about what it takes to build a business that won’t crumble during economic shifts?

In this milestone 100th episode of the Kitchen Table Dreams podcast, Kimberly Houston is joined by the brilliant Stephen Lott (aka @StevetheFinanceGuy), a financial strategist and professor who keeps it real about what it takes to build a business with staying power.

This episode is a masterclass in cash flow, pricing, risk management, and why your business needs an investment strategy—even if you're not a millionaire yet.

Stephen and Kimberly unpack:

• The power of a PESTLE analysis for entrepreneurs
• What most business owners get wrong about pricing
• How to build your investment portfolio before hitting 7 figures
• Why “building the plane in the air” is costing you more than you think
• And how to move from hustle to sustainability (Kimberly shares her real journey after an unexpected injury forced her to pivot)

This episode is packed with raw insight, mindset shifts, and practical strategies to help you run your business like the CEO you actually are.

🎧 LISTEN NOW and take notes—you’re gonna need them.

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📲 Connect with Stephen: @SteveFinanceGuy on Instagram

💬 Leave a comment and tell us: what’s one money move you’re making after this episode?

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What do pound cake and profitable business strategy have in common? A solid foundation—and if you skip the first step, everything can fall flat.

In this episode of Kitchen Table Dreams, I’m pulling back the curtain on the worst business advice I ever received, and the costly mistakes that followed. From building an audience that didn’t align, to pricing based on panic instead of profit, I’m giving it to you straight—so you don’t waste time (or money) learning the hard way.

After restructuring Teach Me How to Bake and stepping into my next level as a creative entrepreneur, I realized something BIG:
Most people aren’t failing because they don’t have talent—they’re failing because they’re building the wrong business.

If you’ve ever:

• Been told to "do it all yourself"
• Launched too many products just to feel productive
• Felt lost in your pricing strategy
• Or thought another degree was the only path to credibility...

This episode is your wake-up call and your roadmap to better.

✔️ Learn how to stop building for someone else’s audience
✔️ Shift from lack mindset to legacy-building strategy
✔️ Rework your offer to scale with ease
✔️ Start pricing for YOUR profit—not their panic

I’m also sharing what’s inside my revamped Baking My Way to 6 Figures Mastermind, kicking off April 15th—and why this one signature offer could be exactly what you need to create the business you’ve been dreaming of.

Ready to bake your way to six figures?
Apply now for the Baking My Way to 6 Figures Mastermind → https://teachmehowtobake.com/mastermind/

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