016: Navigating the Food Industry: 3 Tips for Launching a Successful Start Up with José Hernandez

<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Take a leap of faith and jump. The ground is not going to hit you on the way down.”</span></em> <span style="font-weight: 400;">- José Hernandez</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you into keto diet and the likes? If you are cutting down on your carbs and sugar intake, you'll probably love today's specialty cookies. In this episode, Justine sits with José Hernandez, the co-founder of ChipMonk, a specialty baking business that creates low carb, better-for-you desserts. If you're planning to launch a start up or turn your side hustle into a full-time gig, you'll surely face some challenges along the way. In line with that, José shares 3 tips to help you successfully navigate the food industry. He also gives some advice on how to survive the fierce online market and the economic downturns resulting from this pandemic. Of course, this episode won't be complete without yummy and healthy recipes you can enjoy this quarantine period. Tune in and fall in love with these new dessert variations you can add to your diet list. </span></p> <p><br /> <br /></p> <p><strong>Connect with Justine: </strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href= "https://www.justinereichman.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Website</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/justinereichman"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Facebook</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/justine_reichman"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinereichman/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn</span></a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Connect with NextGenChef:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://nextgenchef.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Website</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NextGenChef"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Facebook</span></a><