Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food and beverage but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Jon Harewood, Founder of Jonnybaby BBQ, located in Acworth, GA, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Jonnybaby BBQ is a small, family-owned barbecue business. Great food, like relationships, takes time and patience, and a bit of creative spice! Our savory dishes include our award-winning smoked pulled pork, smoked meatloaf, ribs, brisket, smoked Mac n cheese, potato salad, seafood Mac n cheese, and more.: At Jonnybaby BBQ, our goal is to provide a unique customer experience and deliver excellent customer service. This continues to be our recipe for success.
Tell us about yourself
My name is Jon, and I am an award-winning pitmaster. I have always enjoyed good food, and I am especially passionate about BBQ! One summer evening, I had a taste for BBQ ribs and placed a takeout order. As I exited my car and started walking toward the restaurant, the aroma and vapors deepened from the grill. I finally arrived home after picking up my order, and I could not wait to taste the ribs. I took my first bite, and the ribs were absolutely horrible! They were tough, chewy, and had no flavor. What a disappointment! I said to myself, “I could make ribs better than this!” After my horrible takeout experience, I purchased my first smoker and grill. I hosted weekend parties and served different dishes to my friends and family. I would receive great feedback, but of course, it was my friends and family. Then one day, a couple of friends asked if they could purchase some of the items, but I did not take them seriously. One morning, to my surprise, I checked my text messages, and several friends had placed orders; that actually started it all!
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishments are having amazing customers who support Jonnybaby BBQ and having the ability to create dishes that customers love!
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Time management as you wear numerous different hats.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Believe in yourself.
- Provide a great customer experience.
- Deliver excellent customer service-treat customers as you would like to be treated.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.jonnybabybbq.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonnybabybbq/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonnybabybbq/
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