July 21, 2024

Feast or Famine- How Catering Saved Peter Campbell of Red Wagon Pizza

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1 hour 12 minutes

This episode explores the story of Peter Campbell, the owner of Red Wagon Pizza, who brings his pizzas to events with his mobile catering service. He offers practical advice on efficiencies to optimize his busy summer season.

Highlights:

Humble Beginnings: Peter started by making and selling pizzas at his kids' school fundraiser.

Taking the Leap: Encouraged by positive feedback, Pete decided to turn his passion into a business. However, he faced the fear of quitting his stable job and the financial risks involved.

Building a Plan: Pete didn't have a traditional business plan, but he researched and learned from resources like Live Plan and books on starting a business.

Step-by-Step Growth: Pete started small, participating in farmer's markets and mobile events. He gradually reinvested his earnings in equipment and grew his operation.

The Importance of Commitment: Pete emphasizes the importance of full commitment when starting a business. He highlights the risks involved and the need to be prepared to go all in.

Scarcity as a Marketing Tool: Pete highlights the power of scarcity in marketing. By limiting his availability at events and initially focusing on mobile operations, he created a sense of demand for his pizzas.

Multiple Revenue Streams: Pete discusses the benefits of having additional revenue streams beyond just the restaurant. He gives the example of his pizza classes and frozen pizzas.

Check out Peter Campbell here:

https://www.redwagon-mpls.com/

Follow Peter Campbell here:

https://www.instagram.com/redwagonpizza/?hl=en

Thank you to our show sponsors:

Corto Olive Oil:

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Ooni Pizza:

https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2430866&u=2800064&m=82053&urllink=&afftrack=

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Topics:

Bacio Cheese

Mobile Catering

Pizza

Catering Business

starting a pizza business

turning a hobby into a business

pizza business tips

mobile pizza business

farmers market pizza business

...more

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July 21, 2024

Feast or Famine- How Catering Saved Peter Campbell of Red Wagon Pizza

Listen Later

1 hour 12 minutes

This episode explores the story of Peter Campbell, the owner of Red Wagon Pizza, who brings his pizzas to events with his mobile catering service. He offers practical advice on efficiencies to optimize his busy summer season.

Highlights:

Humble Beginnings: Peter started by making and selling pizzas at his kids' school fundraiser.

Taking the Leap: Encouraged by positive feedback, Pete decided to turn his passion into a business. However, he faced the fear of quitting his stable job and the financial risks involved.

Building a Plan: Pete didn't have a traditional business plan, but he researched and learned from resources like Live Plan and books on starting a business.

Step-by-Step Growth: Pete started small, participating in farmer's markets and mobile events. He gradually reinvested his earnings in equipment and grew his operation.

The Importance of Commitment: Pete emphasizes the importance of full commitment when starting a business. He highlights the risks involved and the need to be prepared to go all in.

Scarcity as a Marketing Tool: Pete highlights the power of scarcity in marketing. By limiting his availability at events and initially focusing on mobile operations, he created a sense of demand for his pizzas.

Multiple Revenue Streams: Pete discusses the benefits of having additional revenue streams beyond just the restaurant. He gives the example of his pizza classes and frozen pizzas.

Check out Peter Campbell here:

https://www.redwagon-mpls.com/

Follow Peter Campbell here:

https://www.instagram.com/redwagonpizza/?hl=en

Thank you to our show sponsors:

Corto Olive Oil:

https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1808352&u=2800064&m=112748&urllink=&afftrack=

Ooni Pizza:

https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2430866&u=2800064&m=82053&urllink=&afftrack=

Bacio Cheese:

https://www.baciocheese.com/?utm_source=Influencer&utm_medium=Podcast_Social_Web&utm_campaign=Whats_Good_Dough&utm_content=Bacio

DM @whatsgooddough

https://www.instagram.com/whatsgooddough/

email me: [email protected]

Topics:

Bacio Cheese

Mobile Catering

Pizza

Catering Business

starting a pizza business

turning a hobby into a business

pizza business tips

mobile pizza business

farmers market pizza business

...more

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