On the Table This Week

“Never do I appreciate the struggles of a working mother, an entrepreneur, all the love of sacrifice and strength it takes, until I understand I am not alone in this quest.”

Leslie from Mrs. Flinger

Did you catch Leslie’s bold look at her own unexpected turn toward unemployment this week? As we continue our carnival, Blog Nosh Magazine and Pepperidge Farm Celebrate the Heart and Art of Motherhood, our favorite Mrs. Flinger recognizes familiar chords in the journey of Pepperidge Farm’s founder, Margaret Rudkin, and forges ahead in solidarity. Be sure to stop by and offer her your own slice of support.

“As I prepare my pitch deck and story for potential investors, I think of Margaret Rudkin. Surely, convincing the bakery to buy her bread at 25 cents (15 cents more than the average!) in 1937 could have been no less daunting than pitching to an investor, right?

No, I have no Pepperidge Farm to my name, but I have a story and proof to show that the best time to do anything is the time that YOU think is the best. But I do have a desperate need to succeed. And a real sense of what I am worth. I am learning to gather my loaves of bread and walk out the door every day …..”

Maya from ThinkMaya

Maya’s story was an easy choice for a carnival celebrating unexpected entrepreneurial strengths. She continues to spin what began as a small idea into a formidable platform. Better yet, she is teaching others along the way. Don’t miss her beautifully woven tale of independent determination.

Feeling inspired, yet?
Our carnival of storytelling celebrates the art of stepping up to the plate in order to answer a need
and unexpectedly discovering a fiery talent just waiting to flourish.

Take a look at your own story and let us know if you recognize a bite of Margaret Rudkin’s innovation in yourself. Join our carnival by adding a link to your story and help us ignite the pioneering spirit!

We’ll select the first of 5 carnival posts to feature on our front page shortly, so add yours today!