Soul food is a cuisine originated by African Americans of the Southern United States during the American civil war. Not all Southern food is considered soul food, however, and shouldn’t be likened to American Southern cuisine. To many people, it is a basic home cooking tradition passed down for generations.

Do you feel like your business has flat-lined? It’s okay. Almost every new business eventually reaches a point of stalled growth. It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing something wrong. But it is a sure sign that it’s time to adopt a few new strategies. Here are some possible reasons why your business isn’t seeing the growth you want, and what you can do about it.