Episode 2: How to open a coffee shop; hospitality isn't doomed.

Welcome back to another episode of the Perk and Pace podcast, where fitness, wellbeing, and business collide! In today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into Lydia's incredible journey in the hospitality industry. Over the course of this episode, Lydia opens up about her experiences in opening and running 3 successful hospitality businesses, sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. From her biggest successes to the mistakes she made along the way, Lydia gets real about the challenges of balancing business, wellbeing, and personal growth. She reveals the darkest moments she faced and how she navigated those tough times to ultimately thrive. As a fitness and wellbeing enthusiast, Lydia also reflects on how her approach to health and wellness played a crucial role in maintaining balance through the pressures of running multiple businesses. If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own hospitality venture or are simply curious about what it takes to succeed in the fast-paced world of hospitality, this episode is packed with valuable insights, honest stories, and inspiration to keep you going. 🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Lydia’s Journey: How she went from concept to opening 3 successful hospitality businesses Mistakes Made: The lessons learned from the biggest challenges and business blunders Dark Moments: What it’s really like to face adversity in business—and how Lydia overcame it Success Stories: Lydia’s proudest moments and key strategies that led to her business triumphs Balancing Fitness and Business: How Lydia prioritises wellbeing in the face of entrepreneurship If you’re passionate about entrepreneurship, hospitality, business growth, or simply looking to learn from someone who’s been there, this episode is for you. Tune in for an honest and inspiring conversation that covers everything from fitness mindset to building a successful business! 👉 Don’t Forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more episodes filled with business insights, fitness motivation, and wellbeing tips! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerkandPacePodcast Instagrams: @perkandpace_podcast @lpapznape @matthewbayliss_ @perkandpace @warwickstreetkitchen @wskbakery @saintkitchen