Client Snapshot: Sharla Webb Owner of The Christian Cook

Jan 31

1. Who are you and what is your business?

My name is Sharla Webb aka Shar J. I am The Christian Cook. I help believers of Christ get a closer relationship with God, through Prayer, Food, The Word & Life Lessons. I am the owner of Shar J's Catering which will be Shar J's Incorporated in 2022. My business has brands such Flavour Blends, Meals by Shar J, Mocktails by Shar J & The Original Shar J's Gourmet Chicken Salad.

2. What inspired you to start your business?

What inspired me to start my business came from a former client from my hairstyling days. She asked me to cater her wedding. I would always have food cooked when my clients came for their appointments. I was really shocked when she asked. I immediately said "NO". but she convinced me after telling me how good my food was and didn't want anyone one else to cook for her. I said "YES I'll do it" we came up with a menu. I had no clue what to do, how to do it etc. I called my Mom, told her what happened and she told me I could do it. The rest is history.

3. What's one thing you wish someone would have told you about starting a business?

I wish someone would have told me that having a business is about so much more than making money. It takes a lot of hard work behind the scenes to make a business run smoothly and become successful. I had no plan in the beginning, I sort of just went with the flow. I made a lot of mistakes along the way.