starting my own business (selling banana pudding)
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hi friends!! I run a small business and sell banana pudding on the weekends, so I thought I'd share the process and financial aspects of running a small business :) It's a great side hustle to do and can even grow into a financially-stable business! Hopefully, it could help any of you on your journey to kickstarting your own business~
Luv u all xoxo
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@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
hope you guys enjoy this video ✨ let me know of any other video ideas or questions you may have down below 💕
@GabriellaJanel 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your business. I have some tips on the banana pudding itself, do not mix in the whipped cream, fold it in and you can stop the browning of bananas with lemon juice.
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
thank you for your suggestions!! ☺️ and yes the lemon juice definitely helps ~
@kconrad7758 Жыл бұрын
How do you use the lemon juice mixing all together?
@tashabrown8301 7 ай бұрын
@@kconrad7758hi there, I just squeeze fresh lemon juice on my bananas once they are sliced helps a little with the browning but also gives a great flavor❤
@alyssakim8654 3 жыл бұрын
WE STAN A SMALL BUSINESS QUEEN 👑
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
TY U TOO 😌
@angelicajoy9474 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. It's so stressful not knowing what to do 😢 I started my small dessert business to save money for my medical bills and to help my family, and I had barely any ideas. This is so helpful, thank you ❤
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry it’s been stressful for you lately 😢 I hope everything works out for you🤍🤍
@angelicajoy9474 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg thank you ❤
@roxylin78 Жыл бұрын
Love this!! Congrats!!
@asistentepromaplast7909 2 жыл бұрын
Wow this is inspiring! I wanna have my own dessert business when I grow up :)
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
thank u!! you definitely can ☺️ I believe in u!
@charlotte7886 3 жыл бұрын
Always success for your banana pudding bussiness! Break a leg! ✨
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! 💕
@angiedays 3 жыл бұрын
omg you got me cravin banana pudding now 😭 goodluck on ur business! 💛
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! ☺️
@drcandycane8661 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, this video was very insightful. I want to start my own pudding business as well. You did an excellent job❤
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
Thank u so much! I’m glad it was helpful ☺️
@Z.H.G.-rw2db 4 ай бұрын
Tysmm im planning to open a small business at the weekend selling sweets and suger cookies thank you so much don't worry i wont steal ur Banna pudding it looks so yummy Hope u have a great day Luvysm,("New subscriber *Fan*")
@tooawake5319 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for think ❤ where did you get your white packaging cups?
@tanjarenea2877 2 жыл бұрын
I just wanted to say thank you for doing this video I've learned a lot from watching your video
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
thank you for your kind words and for watching my video ☺️ I’m so glad it helped you in some capacity!!
@ValorieValcin 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Lisa. Can you please make a video on how you package your banana pudding jars to be shipped?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Valorie! I don’t actually ship my banana pudding, I had my customers pick up their order :)
@user-wv8rl9pm6h Жыл бұрын
thank u!!😊
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
no problem! 😊
@williamroby2836 11 ай бұрын
This is awesome.
@adalinn 2 жыл бұрын
So inspiring!! I might start a small business too....
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
Do it!!! I think it’s so fun, even for a short period of time, and u learn so much!
@simisup5423 Жыл бұрын
I love banana girl, my favourite
@leightonhardware3098 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations! Question I wanted to do the same thing but how did you get customers to purchase from you? Did you literally just post on instagram? If so how many times a week?
@mekhalakarunaratne7427 2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing and very inspiring , i am dreaming to start one of my favorite desserts business. Thanks for this video..
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
aww thank u so much!! 🥺 you got this, I know you’ll do great starting your dream business. I’m rooting for you and let me know if you have any questions!! 🤍🤍
@darielfabre3419 3 жыл бұрын
This video is so informative. Thank you so much! Where did you find your food scale?
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching and enjoying! ☺️ the food scale is from Amazon - I’ve linked it in the description for you to check out :)
@Imani_888 Жыл бұрын
Omg where do you get the containers the cups..
@aishahinton1625 2 жыл бұрын
I just said I was finna start mine 😍😍
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
good luck! You got this 🥰 shoot me a DM on Instagram if u ever have any questions
@jenniferrivera8627 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
Thank u Jennifer! :)
@jamespittman1884 5 ай бұрын
Great job Lisa what is the weight of your finished product
@user-zf3vy2ps5w Жыл бұрын
hi where can I get those containers?
@toxichammertoe8696 Жыл бұрын
My problem is able to rent a small tiny space for a commercial kitchen that won't kill my expenses.
@digitalgoodtime Жыл бұрын
Very nice video. Do you think being that careful laying the wafers and bananas is effective? Couldn't you just dump them on without being neat just to speed up the process. It would look and taste the same no matter what since you're scooping out large mixed amounts anyway. Just curious. Have you tried different preparation methods? Which one works best for you?
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
Hi! That’s a great question - I’ve definitely tried the dump method and thought it didn’t matter initially, but I was wrong! I think doing it meticulously and packing it in the container exactly as is gives the customer the same experience in every single bite. At least to me, it made a huge difference
@estherleong8894 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Lisa, this video is super helpful! I’m in the works of starting a small business selling banana pudding as well. How did you choose your pickup location? Did it vary?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
thank u Esther!! ☺️ my pickup location was my home or my friend’s house, but I did consider moving to a commercial kitchen near my area as I would have more space, support, resources, and 1 pick up location. I’m still considering doing that right now!
@estherleong8894 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg oh ok sweet! Thank you for the info, I really appreciate it! I pray the best for you and your business! God bless you!
@labikawilliams7234 Жыл бұрын
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@MrSmileyFella2 3 жыл бұрын
hey! this was very helpful indeed. I do have a question though, how do you set a limit to the number of orders? As in, what if someone fills in the Google Form and submits a payment but you're already out of stock for the week? Thanks in advance :)
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for asking!! I’m sure other people have a more efficient way, but I just check the number of orders I have frequently, especially in the morning & before I sleep. If I think it’s getting close to the amount I want to produce, I’ll make a cut off & say I’m sold out for the week! Also i have a friend who runs a business too , she’ll receive an order from Google form, but request payment only after confirmation, so that way if she’s capped, she can let them know that she’s sold out before anyone pays Pls lmk if U have any other questions! Thanks 🥰
@MrSmileyFella2 3 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg Oo. The payment after confirmation thing sounds like it might work. That answers my question, thanks again!
@Imani_888 Жыл бұрын
I need those cups
@my-mom 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I loved your recipe ❤ Please can u let me know that how long the pudding can be kept fresh to eat if stored in the fridge... I wanna know the expiry...
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
thank you! 🥰 it usually lasts a little under a week with good refrigeration. It can also be freezed and then thawed, but the texture changes a little bit (not as airy and fluffy)
@my-mom 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg Thanks for your reply... Wish u all the best for your business.... You are a sweet and sincere person ❤
@dreya8340 6 ай бұрын
I know you’re closed now . But what did you do as far as permits and stuff ?
@ericngaby1 Жыл бұрын
How much do you sell those for?
@valentinsalas8300 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you order those cups from having a hard time finding a company
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I ordered them off Amazon! They’re linked in the description
@jocelynmabaopawpatrolbarne8411 Жыл бұрын
Hi! My daughters want to start a business like yours because they got inspired by this video of yours. Can you share the measures of the ingredients?
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
Hi!! The measurements of the ingredients are on Google if u search up magnolias banana pudding! But I add more heavy cream than it calls for to make the cream mixture less sweet since the wafers & bananas add extra sweetness :)
@gabbygranger1785 Жыл бұрын
If you dont mind me asking, how much did you sell each cup for? Im about to hold a bake sale and was just figuring out a good price range
@dominicfowler4820 Жыл бұрын
$8 for 12oz
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
Thank u! I did size S and M! I would raise it to 9.50 depending on demand sometimes
@tynesiaclarke2907 9 ай бұрын
Did u need license or trainings to sell the pudding?
@rawan4031 2 жыл бұрын
how can I do the financial sheet? I don't know how to calculate my expenses, I sell brownies but I'm facing some troubles. Can you show us how to calculate everything? thanks
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
i can help! But can you dm me on Instagram? It would be easier for us to chat there @lisahwangg
@rawan4031 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg yes sure!🫡🤍
@dannynk100 2 жыл бұрын
How many time i can store the pudding in the fridge?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
It will last a few days in the fridge after you make it!!! Depends how cold your fridge is but probably 4-6 days
@gegealexanderr3332 2 жыл бұрын
Where do you get your containers
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I ordered off Amazon! Link is in the description~
@dang3r24 3 жыл бұрын
Did you have to get any kind of permit or anything before you started selling?
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
Yes so normally you need a zoning permit, and if your product contains something that requires temperature regulation like cream, you would need a product assessment first The regulations are different per state and county, so I suggest you look into zoning permits for food production in your area!
@Unknown-hq4ng 2 жыл бұрын
Wow that was nice✨ I wanna start a small business too ..may ik wer did u get those cups from ??
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
thank you :)) and I searched for them on Amazon!
@Unknown-hq4ng Жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg thnkx❣️
@solomonerkins45 Жыл бұрын
Hey Lisa where can I find the exact ingredients
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
Hi! The ingredients can be found online if you type in magnolia banana pudding ingredients! I think the video also includes them too
@lovekingmusa 2 жыл бұрын
Hi thank you for this! Would you be interested in sharing your excel sheet or explaining a bit more? I want to get more concrete with my cost/profit!
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
hey girl! ☺️ thank u for watching & I’m glad you were able to get something out of watching!! The excel sheets have all my customer’s information such as emails&phone numbers so sharing may be a hard one - but I can definitely go in depth and answer any questions you may have!! 🤍 any specific questions about cost/profit or running a business?
@lovekingmusa 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg you’re the best! Thank you for getting back so fast. I actually started working on the google form, that’s most of your excel sheet data right? And then you just added a table with your cost? Could you share the formulas? I’m assuming it’s just =(total minus the cost) from the corresponding cells? This video is amazing i literally followed step by step. Thank you a million times!!!!
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
yes ofcourse!! Do you have an Instagram? I can DM you some photos for the formula & include anything left that wasnt included!! Also, are you selling banana pudding?
@courtneyjohnson8706 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg Can I get this information too?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
@@courtneyjohnson8706 hi yes!! can you DM me on instagram?? my insta is @lisahwangg
@iamcindyj 3 жыл бұрын
I was just planning to do this. How much are you selling each small and big tub? Where did you get those containers? Thank you 😊
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Cindy, I just linked the cups I use in my bio :) I used to sell small (8oz) and medium (12oz), but now only sell the M because it brings in more profit. I buy the 250 pack of cups from amazon to save money, but when I first started off, I would buy the 50 packs! Good luck with your business and let me know if you have any more questions!!
@Christianlovesbaking 3 жыл бұрын
Hom much do you sell the medium?
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
@@Christianlovesbaking 8 dollars per cup!
@Christianlovesbaking 3 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg is it the 12 ounces
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
@@Christianlovesbaking yes 12 oz for M
@aminesemmar6398 Жыл бұрын
Hi Lisa, I just came across you video and it's sad to hear that you're no longer selling banana pudding... I was just wondering if you can send me the link where I can see the recipe. Much appreciated. Thank you
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/magnolia-bakerys-famous-banana-pudding/ I add more heavy cream than it calls for because the wafers and bananas already bring in a lot of sweetness!
@aminesemmar6398 Жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg Thank you Lisa, I will try it and look forward to starting what I think would be a nice side business. Would it be possible for you to share your spreadsheet ? if possible of course. Thanks again
@rickprocure6321 11 ай бұрын
How did your clients discover you?
@my-mom 2 жыл бұрын
One more question... Bananas change color when sliced... Do they look and taste fresh in the pudding??
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I bought bananas that were just right before they were ripe, so they don’t go bad too quickly, and I find that a little bit of tart in the banana was good since it’ll absorb the sugar in the pudding mix & cookies anyways :) when I put them in the pudding, they last pretty well!
@my-mom 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg Thanks for your input ❤
@nishitavaidya4616 2 жыл бұрын
How can I extend pudding shelf life I want to sale in shop in India
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
Hi!! The best way to store is in a cold refrigerator! If u put in freezer, the texture changes so it isn’t fluffy anymore, just creamy
@jenniferrivera8627 2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering what size and how much were u selling them. With the cost of ingredients going up just sucks lol
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I sold a small for 5 and a medium for 8, but if I sold again, I would definitely charge more for them! I always knew I sold them for relatively cheap, so I would probably do Small for 6.50-7 and medium for 8.5 (The small was still a lot and medium wasn’t too much bigger)
@jenniferrivera8627 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg was the med a 12oz. Yeah ingredients are getting more expensive n ppl def would still buy
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
@@jenniferrivera8627 If you ever start selling, I wish you luck
@benlopez1517 Жыл бұрын
Where did you get your cups??
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
I ordered them off Amazon! I’m not sure if they still sell the exact same kind :(
@benlopez1517 Жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg it’s ok I found some that will work with it 👍
@Psalms0923 2 жыл бұрын
I have a vendor show and want to offer banana pudding , how would I keep this chilled?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I normally store them in an ice box if I need to take it to go! It just requires refrigerator temp to be stored
@Manar_Elgedawy 2 жыл бұрын
Did you make it legal ? Did you go through the selling food laws in your city ?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
yes! it was complicated to maintain so I decided to stop producing
@dkland1980 2 жыл бұрын
This has been my issue. Cottage laws.
@MillionDollaSumthin Жыл бұрын
Hi! Do you guys mind sharing what made it difficult so I know what to expect? Thank you.
@dkland1980 Жыл бұрын
@@MillionDollaSumthin it made if difficult to get a business license because my state requires a letter from the organization that covers cottage law saying my kitchen has been inspected. Cottage law says we cant sell anything that's highly perishable unless we have done the proper steps and have been inspected.
@dkland1980 Жыл бұрын
@@MillionDollaSumthin inspection Cost money and they require food testing, temp control, storage inspection, etc....... more money.
@lovejones1897 Жыл бұрын
Hey Lisa do you still sell your pudding?
@crimwil 2 жыл бұрын
How much are you selling them for ?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
i sold a small for 5 dollar and a medium for 8 dollar!! I was definitely thinking of upping the price though
@ccr6088 3 жыл бұрын
Nice Where do you purchase your heavy whipping cream. I sale pudding too and I’ve noticed heavy whipping cream is very expensive
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
hi! I also had the same struggle with finding heavy whipping cream for cheap 😞 atleast around me, the cheapest I found was Wegmans or Walmart!
@ccr6088 3 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg 🥲😮 yeah I used a Cheaper one sold for $3.49 at Sams Club yesterday but it has less butter fat so my pudding didn’t come out nice and fluffy like it usually does 🤷🏾♀️
@takialawson705 2 жыл бұрын
How much do you charge for these?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
I used to sell them for $5 small and $8 medium, but if I sold them again, I would definitely increase the price and add a large size :)
@takialawson705 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg Thank you so kindly for responding and sharing! Blessings on you! ☺️
@TreUnplugged 2 жыл бұрын
Nice content. Are you still operating this business?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’ve stopped it for now, but am considering starting again :)
@TreUnplugged 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg You're welcome. I would love to know why you've paused and about other aspects of the business. I don't use IG, but do you have a business email?
@lisahwangg 2 жыл бұрын
@@TreUnplugged Yeah sure! I decided to focus my time on other things for now, but am considering starting it up again sometime soon :) yes, my email is lisahwangx@gmail.com
@TreUnplugged 2 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg I've emailed you. Subject: Banana Pudding Business. Thanks!
@yasinros426 Жыл бұрын
Thanks its very useful and u beautiful
@lisahwangg Жыл бұрын
thank you!! 😌🫶🏻
@sylamsyntax23 3 жыл бұрын
Are you still doing the pudding?
@lisahwangg 3 жыл бұрын
Hi I've stopped it for now! But I've been thinking about getting back to it at one point :)
@sylamsyntax23 3 жыл бұрын
@@lisahwangg I’m fixing to start lol
@ccr6088 3 жыл бұрын
@@sylamsyntax23 I’m selling in California😃👋🏿👋🏿. I have like 5 different flavors and no original flavor ☺️🤣I still need to determine the cost to make each on tho so I no how Much I should sell them.I made all of them this weekend and it took me so long to prep😑. I also had an issue with my bananas tasting a little odd after 2 days. I’m thinking I’m just going to blending bananas into the pudding
@sylamsyntax23 3 жыл бұрын
@@ccr6088 tally up all the money it took to make the batch of pudding then divide it by a feasible number and sell your pudding over that amount to make a profit. How many did you make? That’s the number you divide by And yes ppl sometimes leave bananas out and just use the extract because bananas go bad so fast. Blending it into the pudding is a pretty good idea
@ccr6088 3 жыл бұрын
@@sylamsyntax23 lawd I made way too Much of each batch. I used 8oz deli containers. I learned my lesson. Right now I’m buying from the store but then I plan on buying majority of my food from wholesale suppliers like Restaurant Depot, so I’m going to do my budget off of the pricing from wholesale. Only thing I’ll by from the store is a spice cake i put in the pudding because it is the cheapest I’ve found. I add a lot of funky stuff like Magnolia Bakery does Sprinkles, walnuts, brownies 😬plus I also make fried pies, lemonade, and agua Fresca that’s why it’s taking me too long plus I make life difficult
@ericylee314 3 жыл бұрын
Rip
@ronniesampl480 Жыл бұрын
Wowwwww I love this fr I’m just mad I’m just now discovering you 😢 lol I sell banana pudding in California and I’m trying to figure out how to ship. I followed you on IG