Expressive Culinary Artist - Derricka Clayton

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Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Derricka Clayton, Owner of Chef Derricka Culinary Concepts, located in Irving, TX, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

I'm the owner and executive chef of Chef Derricka Culinary Concepts. We offer Catering, Private & Personal Chef Services, Meal Prep, and Cooking Classes. Our clientele typically wants to celebrate special events, from birthdays to baby showers to corporate events. We also service busy individuals who don't have time to cook but would like home-cooked meals.

Tell us about yourself

In January 2019, I experienced tragedy when my ex-husband/co-parent of my autistic daughter passed away unexpectedly. Then two weeks after that, I lost my job. I was in the darkest mental space in my life, just very depressed, not sure what was in store for my new normal. I prayed over my entire situation and asked God for guidance. Shortly after, I stepped out on faith to share my passion, "My vision of food..." with fellow food lovers who enjoy quality "dope" meals.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Being able to grow and sustain my business during a pandemic, inflation, and the current state of our economy is a huge accomplishment.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

Staying motivated is one of the hardest challenges I experience as a business owner; however, if you are consistent, disciplined, and remember why you are doing it in the first place, it helps you keep working toward your goals.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

Do what makes you happy, and you'll never work a day in your life. Have a Niche Product or Service that solves a problem or need. Don't rush the process. Enjoy the highs. Learn from the lows.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.chefderricka.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefderricka
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefderricka/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chefderricka
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrickaclayton/

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