Zee Shami of ZeeTheCook: Cooking Up Passion and Purpose in Business
Zee Shami, founder and CEO of ZeeTheCook, is a self-made entrepreneur who transformed her passion for cooking into a full-blown educational institution. From selling candy as a child to launching a brick-and-mortar culinary school, Zee’s journey is one of grit, heart, and unwavering belief in self-education. Her story on Clicks & Bricks Podcast is an inspiring reminder that when you follow your passion with purpose, anything is possible.
Here’s why Zee matters:
Zee didn’t follow the traditional path. She left nursing school to pursue cooking, taught herself business, and built a thriving culinary and hospitality training center that empowers both youth and professionals. Her approach to growth—through audibles, books, and community—makes her a powerhouse of entrepreneurial wisdom.
Top 5 Takeaways from Episode 152
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Follow Your Passion, Even if It’s Not the Plan
Zee left nursing school after realizing her true passion was in the kitchen—not in a hospital. -
Start Before You’re Ready
What began as cooking for loved ones in her home became a booming business with local and corporate clients like Ford. -
Self-Education is Everything
She credits her success to books like Be Obsessed or Be Average and The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone and her willingness to constantly grow. -
Pivot in the Face of Adversity
When COVID-19 hit, Zee launched virtual cooking events and discovered a more profitable business model. -
Business is About Heart, Not Just Revenue
Zee's mission is about building relationships and creating joy through food, not just teaching recipes.
Watch the full episode now and learn how Zee built a business from scratch, faced the pandemic head-on, and continues to inspire communities through cooking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=teEuOsItxAk
Memorable Quote:
"When it comes from the heart, nothing can destroy it." — Zee Shami