The Real Cost of Scaling a Food Product Business with Ryan Thompson

Written By Keri Henderson

What does it really take to launch and scale a food product based business? What are you willing to sacrifice to

From private dining to seasonings, 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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