Baking is my Hobby, Never knew i would be this good..- Pokadotz Cakes

By Kemi Mobuse - Tuesday, March 15, 2016

I was privileged to have met the CEO Of Pokadotz cakes, 3 years ago, since then, she has turned out to be a really good friend, i admired her zeal and passion to go after what she loves, and i couldn't resist the urge to talk to her and hear success story....

Kemi Mobuse blog: Can we meet you?

Pokadotz cakes: My name is Nneoma Nwaneri – Anuebunwa. I'm a medical laboratory scientist, & I'm from IMO state

Kemi Mobuse blog: Are you into business? What type of business is it?

Pokadotz cakes: I'm into cake making, for all occasions. It's a hobby I developed into a small business

Kemi Mobuse blog: What is the name of your business?

Pokadotz cakes: Pokadotz Cakes & confectioneries

Kemi Mobuse blog: How did you veer into cake making? What is the inspiration behind it?

Pokadotz cakes: Pokadotz Cakes & confectioneries started off as a hobby. While growing up I tried to bake with any recipe I came across. My mum inspired me because she usually bake our birthday cakes & I used to help her out as she does dat. After I graduated from the university I decided to take some classes to make me better while I waited for NYSC & here I am today.

Kemi Mobuse blog: How old is your business and how has the market reception been?

Pokadotz cakes: My business is 4 years now & I must say the market reception isn't bad at all. You know, birthdays are celebrated every day.

Kemi Mobuse blog: Why the name pokadotz?

Pokadotz cakes: Hahaha! It came in a funny way. Well, there was this time as an undergraduate that I had so much love for polka dots dresses & I had varieties. My sister will always tease me & call me polka dots. So when twas time to search for a business name that was the first name she came up with & I decided to use it because I love how unique it was.

Kemi Mobuse blog: Lol! Nice one

Kemi Mobuse blog: So, you combine cake baking with your job or is it your only source of livelihood?

Pokadotz cakes: Yea, for now, I still combine my profession with my hobby.I'm working towards full time cake making, but I want to practice a little before I do that.

Kemi Mobuse blog: How has been an entrepreneur affected your family life?

Pokadotz cakes: I became an entrepreneur as a spinster, which is the best time to explore & develop ourselves. I just joined the marriage train & I have a man who supports my dreams, I hope & ask God for the grace to balance my family, business & my profession.

Kemi Mobuse blog: What is your motivation business wise?

Pokadotz cakes: My love for creativity is my major driving force, i actually know how to work a lot with my hands as long as it catches my fancy I find a way to achieve it.

Kemi Mobuse blog: And where do you see Pokadotz cakes in 5 years?

Pokadotz cakes: I see us creating unimaginable designs & becoming the most sort after when it comes to cake making & training, starting from the south-east to Nigeria at large.

Kemi Mobuse blog: Any advice for upcoming entrepreneurs?

Pokadotz cakes: My advice to upcoming entrepreneurs is
1. Never neglect the place of service; to be the best at what you do you need to be ready to serve.
2. You should also be ready to start small, in a little while you'll look back & be grateful for where you started from & how far you've come.
3. You should always choose quality over quantity. Once you're known for quality products, people will always recommend your brand.
4. You must be consistent in the quality of your products. Even when it seems like it's not moving just keep doing it & give it your best.
Finally, if you serve God like I do, give him your all & he'll give back to you, good measure, pressed down, shaken together & running over.

Kemi Mobuse blog: Nice one!

Kemi Mobuse blog: If you were conducting this interview, what questions would you Ask?

Pokadotz cakes: Ok there's a general question from most young people who have dreams & don't have the financial capital to start. How do we become entrepreneurs when financial support is not available?

Kemi Mobuse blog: And your answer?

Pokadotz cakes: Start small, start by serving someone that's into your line of business for free. Develop a relationship with that person because you'll need to refer back to him or her when the need arises.

Kemi Mobuse blog: How can future customers contact you?

Pokadotz cakes: I can be contacted via Instagram @pokadotzcakes & mobile phone no: 07030948933.

Kemi Mobuse blog: Thanks for your time.

Polka Dots: Thanks too.

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