Gobble Doggs

07/29/2026

We've got you!!!

07/12/2026

Customer service isn’t just about making a sale, it’s about learning how to respond to people with professionalism, confidence, and grace.

One of the most valuable lessons in our Gobble Doggs Youth Entrepreneur Club was learning that not every customer will respond the same way. Some will be kind and encouraging. Some won’t be interested. Others may even be rude or dismissive.

During this role-play, Erin takes on the role of a difficult customer while Brock practices responding as the business owner.

The lesson wasn’t about changing the customer’s attitude. It was about learning that someone else’s behavior is not a reflection of your worth or your product. If you’ve treated someone with respect, you can thank them for their time and move on to the next opportunity.

These are life skills that extend far beyond entrepreneurship. Our students are building confidence, leadership, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and the resilience to keep going, even when faced with rejection.

Watch Brock handle the challenge like a true entrepreneur. 👏

07/12/2026

His first customer was the hardest.

He froze.

But he didn’t quit.

With a little encouragement, he stepped outside his comfort zone, made his first sale, and from that moment on, each customer became a little easier.

This is what confidence looks like—not the absence of fear, but the courage to keep going anyway.

We’re so proud of you! 👏

07/12/2026

Erin puts her sales pitch into action! 🎉

Watch as she confidently approaches a potential customer, explains the benefits of her Squish Munchers stress ball, answers questions, and closes the sale. She absolutely nailed it!

Confidence + preparation + practice = success. 👏

07/12/2026

What happens when young entrepreneurs work together toward a common goal?

They sell out!

Today, our Gobble Doggs Youth Entrepreneur Club students put weeks of learning into action as they welcomed real customers, shared their products, and provided outstanding customer service—and together, they sold out.

Throughout this program, they learned that entrepreneurship is about more than selling a product. It’s about teamwork, communication, confidence, problem-solving, and serving your community.

We are incredibly proud of each student for stepping outside their comfort zone and embracing the entrepreneurial journey.

A heartfelt thank you to every parent, family member, friend, and community member who came out to support them. Your encouragement helped make today a success.

Even more meaningful, the proceeds from today’s Marketplace will be donated to a local charitable organization, showing our students that business can be a powerful force for good.

Congratulations to our Homewood cohort of the Gobble Doggs Youth Entrepreneur Club! Today wasn’t just about selling out—it was about showing what’s possible when young people believe in themselves and work together.

07/11/2026

07/11/2026

🎉 Today’s the Day! 🎉

Our young entrepreneurs are officially opening for business!

After weeks of learning how to identify a problem, create a solution, develop a product, price it, market it, and deliver great customer service, The Problem Solveneers are ready to launch their very first business.

🟣 Today’s featured product: Squish Munchers – handmade stress-relief balls designed to help you squeeze away stress!

📅 Today
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Gobble Doggs
2025 Ridge Road
Homewood, IL

Come meet these incredible young entrepreneurs, hear about their business, and support their hard work. Every purchase makes a difference—100% of the proceeds will be donated to a local charity selected by the students.

This is more than a sale. It’s a celebration of creativity, confidence, leadership, and community.

We can’t wait to see you there!

07/09/2026

📣 Gobble Doggs Closing Early Today

Just a quick heads-up! Gobble Doggs will be closing today at 4:00 p.m. due to a special event.

We’ll be back tomorrow and ready to serve you beginning at 12:00 p.m.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you soon! 🌭❤️