When to Say “Not Yet” in Business...

When to Say “Not Yet” in Business Growth | Hot Take

The Kickback With Keri: Black Entrepreneurship & Business Sp... by Keri Henderson, Small Business Consultant & Entrepreneur
Dec 23, 2025
11:34

Episode notes

What do you do when a massive opportunity shows up before your business is ready?

In this Hot Take, the founders of Bell’s Reines share why they turned down a request to produce 3 million cookies after one free advertisement and how that decision protected their business. We talk about the reality of scaling too fast, understanding your true capacity, and why infrastructure before income can make or break a food product brand.

You’ll hear practical advice for food entrepreneurs navigating growth, funding, and ownership, plus lessons on saying “not yet” without fear or guilt. This episode is a must-listen for founders building sustainable businesses on their own timeline.

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Keywords

women in business
small business
Black owned brands
entrepreneurs
personal branding
corporate careers
Bell's Reines
cookie business