Hello and welcome to Between Two Dots, hosted by Hafiz Mitha and Gilbert Bong. Today’s episode features a fun, enlightening, and surprisingly deep conversation about cookies. Erica Rankin was looking for a way to strike out on her own after a frustrating first foray into business, so, after a stint as a bodybuilder and a trip to Thailand, she pulled from one of her favorite past times and developed Bro Dough cookie dough, a “safer, healthier way to indulge in a childhood snack that you weren’t supposed to eat.” Since then, Erica’s business, reputation, and kitchen have grown impressively. Join Erica, Hafiz, and Gilbert as they discuss her unique entrepreneurial path, and what it takes to make it in the cookie business.

“Between two dots – really, the value is in that line: the journey.”

Episode Highlights:

[0:57] From growing up on a farm in a loving household to navigating the rough waters of business.

[6:07] Erica’s decision to pursue entrepreneurship after learning about business-ownership first-hand in Thailand.

[8:58] Why she chose cookie dough for her first start-up.

[12:33] The painful processed of getting Bro Dough up and running from her home kitchen. “Gosh, I did all the things wrong at the beginning.”

[16:09] The people in Erica’s life who have helped her along her journey.

[18:42] Why Erica’s close circle changing was a challenge that proved to be a blessing in her life.

[23:25] Balancing being an “all or nothing person” with staying metnally and physically healthy.

[28:23] Why Arcade Syndicate has been a gamechanger for Erica.

[30:55] Why she doesn’t have any regrets, but would definitely do things differently if she could.

[32:52] Erica’s catalyst for wanting to connect with people after a period of self-isolation.

[37:31] Why Erica believes her purpose is to show people that anything is possible.

[42:07] A recent accomplishment with Bro Dough that she’s really proud of, and what’s in store for the business.

[46:19] How you can support Erica and Bro Dough.

Connect with Erica and support her work:

Grow With Erica: www.growwitherica.com

Bro Dough: www.brodough.ca

IG: @life0ferica

LinkedIn: www.ca.linkedin.com/in/ericabrodough

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies