🎙A #podcast for #petsitters, by pet sitters. An open and honest discussion about life as a #petsitter. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google podcasts.
Social media can be overwhelming and feel like it’s actually not getting you any business. We break down six common mistakes to avoid when using social media for your business.
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Abagail Giordano runs Pack Pals NY and talks about growing into a management role and what it means to see change in yourself, without losing yourself.
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Thanks to sponsors @timetopet and @PetSittersIntl
We had a client abruptly stop using our services recently. It hurt. In the pet care industry, we invest so much of ourselves, which means we’re vulnerable. We discuss ways to overcome being hurt by business transactions
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Flipping through the kid’s book and what do ya know! When your job has appeared in Blippi, you know you’ve made it! 😆
Do you think this should be the first book in our book club?
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Episode 256: @MikkelBecker from @fearfreepets discusses how following the Fear Free philosophy impacts our ability to build trust with pets. She shares how fear manifests itself in dogs and cats, and what we can do to help them. https://t.co/FqScTUHMEX
Thanks @timetopet
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with everything you have to do? 😔You are not alone. Life as a business owner means there is a never end list of things you have to get done. Managing these feelings takes understanding that we all have our limits.
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From insurance to team communication, we break down what you need before bringing on staff. Having a manager mindset will allow you to anticipate problems and remember that you are the authority.
Then, Natasha answers, “What else can I have my staff do?”
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Thank you for the kind words! We have THE BEST listeners and people in our community ❤️🐾If there is a topic you want us to cover, or a specific person you’d like us to interview, let us know!
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Since starting Fur Baby Comfort & Care 3 years ago, K.C. Heitchue has provided #petcare to Southeast Michigan and has 900+ clients. She shares why she started the business and how growing her Facebook page helped build a network rather than competition. https://t.co/P5Mdwqwc72
Hiring isn’t always the answer to struggles in business, so we give reasons for deciding it is time to hire. We also give you some questions to think through if you’re on the fence. Then, Natasha answers, “How do I get over my fear and make big changes?”
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🎧FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Way back in episode 98, we discussed our self-care routines and feelings toward the idea of self-care. We talk through some tools and self-care methods that we implement as well.
Listen here anytime: https://t.co/ABPe7Zs3yF
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At the end of the day, we run a business. That business needs to pay our bills and needs to continue to function. That requires that we price accordingly! It can be hard to know how to price services but Natasha O’Banion gave some awesome practical advice: https://t.co/pGmmtwULJE
By setting prices to give you margin, it’s easier to give gifts, discounts, or donations, all of which go to making your clients feel part of your community.
Dan Reitman discussed his mindset around prices and his strategies for running a pet business.
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What were your wins for 2021? 🎉On the last Monday of the year, we review what has happened to us this year.
We discuss our biggest moment from each month and what we hope to carry forward into 2022.
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It turns out there is much more to being green than buying bio-degradable poop bags.
@GreenPawsChi shares how to “go green” and how to grow a great company culture through allowing your staff to embed their values.
https://t.co/l8u5Q3LTWI
Thanks to @timetopet@PetSittersIntl
🥊Whether you deal with clients, staff, or business partner, there are strategies for navigating a disagreement. We discuss the types of conflict resolution and what works for us. Natasha answers, “How do I be content vs. grow my business?” https://t.co/2n75E71S8x #petsitter