From private dining to Astro Blends, Ryan Thompson breaks down what it really takes to turn passion into profit. As the founder of Astro Blends, a seasonings brand, Ryan unpacks the lessons and sacrifices behind building his seasoning line from scratch while balancing a full-time job, family life, and entrepreneurship.

Ryan shares what inspired him to move from private dining to launching his own product-based business, how he learned to price his products correctly, and what it truly means to grow a small brand in today’s competitive market.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The process of creating a seasoning line
• The pros and cons of using 3rd party marketplaces to scale
• Why branding and packaging can make or break your business
• The importance of knowing your numbers (costs of goods, profit margins)
• When to pause and pivot to juggle life’s responsibilities and not burn out

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Website → primoandcruex.com

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