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Ep. 4 | More Than a Bakery: How OKC Sweets Went Viral Under Pressure

What happens when life falls apart—but your business can’t stop? In this episode of The Uptick, Stefanie Embree, founder of OKC Sweets, shares how she grew her bakery from her kitchen to a thriving brand with 52K+ followers—all while facing a family health crisis and the chaos of a global pandemic. She opens up about faith, finances, and building a business that stays true to your values, even in the hardest moments. Key Insights: • Crisis Mode: How to Launch and Pivot Under Pressure • Why Your Business Isn’t Your Whole Identity • The Daily Ritual That Built a Viral Brand Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 01:18 – Meet Stephanie Embry 01:47 – From Kitchen Table to Business 01:58 – Orchestra Teacher to Stay-at-Home Mom 03:30 – Discovering the Passion for Baking 05:54 – The Greatest Showman Inspiration 06:28 – COVID Hits During Launch 07:00 – Pivoting During the Pandemic 09:52 – Finding Purpose in Difficult Times 11:56 – Faith and Values Driving the Business 16:12 – Creating Special Moments 18:23 – Health Crisis and Family First 23:53 – Rebuilding Social Media Presence 25:37 – Dealing with Social Media Negativity 29:10 – Balancing Creativity and Administration 32:38 – Advice for Emerging Business Owners 37:23 – Beautiful Amidst the Hard 38:27 – Closing