In this video, I’m basically thinking out loud with you: if I were to start a cake business from home in 2025, what are the real questions I’d ask myself and the steps I’d take? This isn’t textbook talk—this is me as a cake artist and cake business coach sharing the practical things that will save you time, stress, and unnecessary trial-and-error. I talk about learning the right way (yes, YouTube is helpful, but a solid professional course can make you progress faster), and I also break down sourcing—where to buy your ingredients, boards, boxes, and tools, whether that’s local stores/markets, online vendors, or Amazon when you’re in a hurry. I also guide you through decisions that give you direction: what you want on your menu (and why you should keep it sweet, simple, and short at the beginning), what equipment you actually need to start, and how to think about getting customers. I’m very honest here—customers don’t just appear; you have to market your cakes, give samples, and put in the work, especially when you’re starting in a new area. Then I touch the business side: delivery vs collection (I’m collection-only), pricing (get a mentor, take a class, or join a pricing-focused community), bookkeeping, and finally registering your business based on your local regulations. The goal is to help you start right from the get-go and build something profitable and sustainable.