Home Business Is A ‘Peace Of Cake!’
Being a working mom – in or outside the home – can be a challenge, but for one Star mother of two young children, it’s a Peace of Cake!
For the past 2 1/2 years, Mindy Lin of Star has taken advantage of naps, bedtime and a supportive family to turn her creative passion into an at-home business.
“It’s all about balance. Nap times are great; bedtime is even better,” said Lin who owns and operates Peace of Cake! custom cake designs and bakery. “And I have an amazing support system – a grandma who loves time with the kids and an aunt who loves spending time with the kids.”
With a 2 1/2-year-old son, Carter, and a 9-month-old daughter, Chloe, Lin has to multitask and stay organized.
“When I’m in the zone, it’s hard to multitask with the kids,” she said. “The baking part is easy; it doesn’t take much focus. The decorating takes more focus. I try to be as efficient as possible, so nap time is when I get the most done and can really focus on my work.”
Lin creates about six to eight cakes a month, which allows her to embrace her creativity while still leaving plenty of time to be a mom.
“I don’t want to overcommit myself because I still want that quality time with my kids. But it’s my passion, and I really love to do it,” Lin said. “My husband is very supportive. He knows I get my creative fix doing this, so I’m not inclined to spend his money decorating the house.”
But when the cake-decorating money does come in, it’s a nice boost to the Lin family income, she said.
Photo from Peace Of Cake!
Jaclyn Wells on October 20th, 2009 2:25 pm
I can definitely sympathize with her on the having to be able to multi task really well, and take full advantage of nap time schedules so you can get as much done in one day as possible. Good luck to her in the future.
Heather Sweetart on November 6th, 2009 12:35 am
I couldn’t agree more about the naps and sleep! Naps are a natural thing, that is why you get that afternoon sleepiness around 2pm, because its time to nap. Lots of sleep means great ideas are free to roam around in your head, which no doubt contributes to her success!
RedHotFranchises on November 7th, 2009 5:31 am
We all have to recharge at some point. Running a computer 24 hours a day without shutting off wouldn’t be a good idea.
There is a big difference between working efficiently and working long hours with an exhausted mind.
Recharge your mind by taking a nap at least every 8-10 hrs to keep a healthy and positive work ethic attitude.
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