All tagged passion

582: Dealing with Setbacks and Frustrations—Without Losing Your Passion

582: Dealing with Setbacks and Frustrations—Without Losing Your Passion

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Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, your business just isn’t moving forward? We breakdown the setbacks that can derail even the most passionate pet business owners—from hiring struggles and burnout to personal life chaos and economic uncertainty. We share about our tough 2024, missing goals despite best efforts, and how we reframed the season as one of survival and growth. We emphasize the importance of redefining success, reconnecting with your “why,” and setting micro-goals to regain confidence. It’s a powerful reminder that progress isn’t always linear—and you’re not alone.

581: Driving Success Through Core Values with Amy Munns

581: Driving Success Through Core Values with Amy Munns

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How do you build a pet care business that stands the test of time while staying rooted in your core values? Amy Munns, owner of Leash 4 Lease, shares how she has successfully grown her company over 24 years by focusing on honesty, reliability, and professionalism. Through the challenges of balancing a team, client relationships, and evolving industry standards, Amy stayed true to her mission: providing high-quality pet care with a personal touch. She leveraged her values to guide decisions during difficult times, like the COVID-19 pandemic, and even turned those moments into opportunities to serve her community through initiatives like a pet food drive. By embracing open-mindedness, trusting her instincts, and empowering her team to shine, Amy has built a business defined by passion and purpose. Her story reminds us that staying authentic, even in the face of challenges, is the key to building a business you truly love.

400: The Life of a Pet Sitter

400: The Life of a Pet Sitter

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What does the life of a pet sitter mean to you? We’re celebrating 400 episodes by reflecting on 5 major lessons we’ve learned about the life of a pet sitter. Pulling from over 200 interviews, we share what it means to be a pet sitter, and the best advice we’ve learned. We’re so thankful for you listening and are so excited for another 400!

228: The Currency of Passion with Ashley Ann Odom

228: The Currency of Passion with Ashley Ann Odom

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Where does your passion come from? How do you put your passion to work? Just having a passion for something is the first step. It’s then up to us to fight for what we want and take the steps to realize our dreams. Ashely Ann Odom, owner of Diamonds in the Ruff a luxury grooming salon, details her journey into the pet grooming industry and overcoming her fears. She shares how she uses her passion to reach a bigger purpose in her life and why going through tough times actually helps us in the long run. Ashley Ann also talks about what it’s like running luxury grooming salon, how she connects with her clients, and what it’s like grooming for celebrities.

063- Eric Curry's Pets

063- Eric Curry's Pets

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Eric Curry, owner of Eric Curry's Pets, joins us on the show today to share what life as a pet sitter has been like in San Francisco during Covid-19, and a few tips he has for getting business going again in these uncertain times.