Leadership Lessons from the Little Chef That Could

If you've ever dreamt of starting your own business, you know it takes more than just an idea. For a dose of real talk and serious motivation, we've brought in Diana Manalang, the self-taught chef and CEO of Little Chef Little Café. What came out of our time together was a refreshingly honest conversation about building a business that not only thrives but endures, because mastering the inevitable ups and downs is truly what sets successful entrepreneurs apart.

Diana shares how her journey started with a vision board, not just for her business, but for whom SHE wanted to become as a chef and entrepreneur. She shared with Call Your Publicist the emotional highs and lows of running a business, from setting boundaries with clients to protecting her team, and how she stays connected with her customers to keep the mission real.

Over the years, Diana has learned that the biggest threat to growth isn’t failure, it’s fear. Too many people hold back because they’re afraid to get it wrong. But in her world, mistakes are part of the process. Her biggest win? Not just building a business, but becoming a stronger, more confident version of herself in the process.

Now, she’s looking ahead. The next chapter? Growing Little Chef Little Café into something even bigger and broader, while staying true to the values that built it.

You’ve Got a Tip on Line One ☎️ 

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