082 - Wholesome Food, Wholesome Living With Grazy

<p>What happens when you combine growing your own vegetables, herbs, and flowers with a specialty-artisan charcuterie delivery service? Well, things get a little "Grazy."</p> <p>This week, I am joined by Kelley Kevan, Founder of Grazy, a snack and gift box delivery service. From picking pears from her family's pear trees in New Hampshire as a child to now serving the local Boston community, Grazy was birthed in 2020 and thrived through Covid-19. With over 15-years of hospitality experience in Food and Beverage Services and as a Hotel Executive, Kelley has an entrepreneurial passion for making every box an uplifting experience for all that graze on it.</p> <p>During our conversation, we talk in-depth about misconceptions behind boots-on-the-ground methods for networking and why building relationships with your customers is essential for building a successful business. We also discuss the work-life balance between hustling hard and taking care of your mental health and why sometimes you have to take a step back to move forward.</p> <p><strong>Topics Discussed:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Utilizing your “free time” to grow a side hustle</li> <li>How to market your business (going back to the basics)</li> <li>Why investing in your business before you start is essential for success</li> <li>Early successes (and challenges) faced during the peak of Covid-19</li> <li>Recognizing the importance of customer service &amp; going the extra mile</li> </ul> <p><strong>Connect with Grazy:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Website: </strong><a href="https://getgrazy.com/"><u>https://getgrazy.com/</u></a></li> <li><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grazyllc/"><u>https://www.facebook.com/grazyllc/</u></a></li> <li><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grazy.gifts/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/grazy.gifts/</u></a></li> <li><strong>Instagram (Personal): </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kelleykevan/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/kelleykevan/</u></a></li> </ul> <p><s