# Apple Spice Behind the Scenes

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From Prison to Peace: What It Feels Like When a Business Finally Turns the Corner

Jul 22, 2025

I used to dread walking through the doors of the business I built. Now, I get to write bonus checks with pride—and sleep at night. Here’s how we turned a barely-surviving mess into something solid, sustainable, and worth showing up for.

Addition by Subtraction in Sales: How Saying No Helped Us Grow

May 2, 2025

We didn’t grow our catering sales by doing more—we grew by doing less. Here’s how saying no to small custom orders helped us focus, streamline, and finally hit our revenue goals in 2025.

You're in Charge of Catering Now? Don't Worry — We've Got You.

Mar 25, 2025

A simple guide to help first-time corporate catering planners think through their event — and why a little structure goes a long way when you’re ordering for a crowd.

How I Rebuilt My Small Business with Just Two Meetings a Week

Mar 3, 2025

How I rebuilt my business by simplifying everything — and why two focused meetings a week now drive the entire operation.

The Truth About Discounts: How They Can Hurt Your Business More Than Help

Feb 28, 2025

A behind-the-scenes look at how I think about discounting — and why having clear rules helps me sell with confidence and protect the value of what we offer.