Today we’d like to introduce you to Louis Supan.
Hi Louis, so excited to have you on the platform. So, before we get into questions about your work life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today.
I grew up in San Francisco California with very little. My mom did the best she could but was limited with her time with me as she worked several jobs to get us by. Seeing her struggle throughout my childhood was difficult. I promised myself I’d take care of my mother one day and never have to worry financially. My previous job was a six-figure financial consultant position. Unfortunately, money actually doesn’t buy happiness. I wasn’t doing what I was most passionate about. This job was actually sucking the life out of me. Just before the pandemic, I quit my job, sold my house, packed my car with the bare minimum, and moved to Southern California to pursue happiness in doing what I loved– cooking. It was the best decision I made. ground floor, but I get to do it my way. It’s not always glamorous and amazing 24/7. It’s been hard, but I’ve never been more dedicated and determined to reach my life goals. Thus far, I’ve been featured in multiple magazines, the food network, my fan base on social media is only growing– it has been absolutely AMAZING to see my dreams manifest beyond what I thought was possible. I take none of it for granted and am grateful every single day for every one of my experiences prior to this life shift.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
I must say that it was pretty rough starting from nothing, especially during the pandemic and chaos all happening. Not getting any loans to start a business. Starting from the ground up using what you have left to survive knowing that you will be thriving in the long run will be well worth it. Not having a place to stay a comfort, support, or knowing anyone was challenging. I just kept telling myself as the universe was guiding me, I said “Obstacles are there to signify how bad you want something failure is a passive. Way to success it’s how you respond to failure or Sucess or stumbles brick walls that will ultimately determine your results.” And as long as I keep failing forward progressive movement will keep on coming and o know we just have to keep on pushing.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
The thing that sets me apart from other chefs is the fact that I create an experience for my guests. It’s not just “dining out” or typical catering. I create memories to last a lifetime. Part of my success is attributed to my ability to “know my audience”, adjust dishes and the taste of the food based solely on reading the room. It helps being a Coach as well since I’m very active in coaching fitness, health, mind, and body. I help train and teach my students a better lifestyle change as well as crushing the fitness journey. Being able to help instruct in the kids’ Jiu Jitsu program has also made a big impact on my life knowing that we can help develop our youth to become better, grow better and overall help them succeed in what they want to do or become. A very self-gratifying part of my day. In my culinary experience my goal is to invigorate the senses, even for the pickiest of eaters. I can change any setting to feel as though my guests are in a five-star restaurant. One of my proudest moments was catering a wedding party of forty (40) people while having no staff, no kitchen, and no direction. I was free to experiment – as long as I could figure out how to make it all happen. I got creative and was able to create a makeshift camp outside the location with one barbecue grill, a flat-top griddle, and two portable burners. The wedding was a hit, and the story went viral on social media, making this wedding concept very popular. Stepping outside the box in this way did not come easily to me. It’s taken years, many failures, but also a stubborn perseverance. I do not quit, and this extends to all areas of my career. No matter how many times I fall, I find a way to get myself back up. Each failure has taught me how to successfully execute for the future.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
The absolute most important quality in achieving my success has been discipline. 100%. You cannot do anything in this life without it, and you certainly cannot build an empire without it. I have to discern where my time and energy go and sometimes it’s not always easy. Without discipline, it would be easy for me to put things off or “do it tomorrow”. How can I expect to show up for anyone else if I can’t even show up for myself? Discipline is imperative to my success. I’ve had to be really selfish with my time management as well, which has been challenging along my journey. I’ve learned there are times that you must put your personal life on hold when you’re chasing your dreams. Some opportunities only come around once (if at all), so I never want to take a single opportunity for granted. Disciplining myself to stay grounded and focused on the bigger picture of my life goals has been key in getting myself to this point. I’m only moving forward.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.Loucideatz.com
- Email: loucideatz@icloud.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loucideatz/
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@loucideatz
