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557: Scaling with Heart with Amy Addington

557: Scaling with Heart with Amy Addington

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Ever feel like the stress of competition overshadows the joy of your work? Amy Addington, President and Co-Founder of Woofie’s, shares her 20-year journey from a $10 dog walk to leading a thriving pet care franchise. Amy dives into the power of relationships in business, how to build trust with clients, and the importance of staying flexible in a changing industry. She also unpacks the challenges and rewards of franchising, the role of branding in maintaining consistency, and why networking—even with competitors—is essential. Full of insights and actionable tips, this episode will inspire you to lead with heart and build a pet care business that thrives on trust and connection.

555: Finding Peace in the Chaos with Pamela Ahart-Steward & Beth Greenberg Cotell

555: Finding Peace in the Chaos with Pamela Ahart-Steward & Beth Greenberg Cotell

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Ever feel like your business is running you instead of the other way around? Pamela Ahart-Steward and Beth Greenberg Cotell, founders of Monarchs in Motion, share their journey of discovering balance and intentional living as business owners. They discuss the challenges of burnout, the importance of setting boundaries, and how saying "no" can create space for what truly matters. Drawing from their 26 years of experience, they offer actionable advice on transforming your approach to business and embracing personal growth. Packed with inspiration and practical tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a business that supports both their life and their goals.

549: Building a Better Business One Step at a Time with Mo Thompson

549: Building a Better Business One Step at a Time with Mo Thompson

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How do you turn everyday dog walks into safe, enriching adventures? Mo Thompson, owner of Mo Mountain Mutts, explores her unique approach to dog walking, training, and pack dynamics. Mo shares how she uses structured training, reliable recall, and intentional programs to create off-leash adventures that build confidence and control. She also dives into the importance of clear client communication, adaptability, and continual improvement in running a successful pet care business.

535: The Power of Client Feedback with Vanessa Williams

535: The Power of Client Feedback with Vanessa Williams

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How can client feedback shape your business? Vanessa Williams, owner of Vanessa's Pet Sitting Services, shares her journey from part-time pet sitting to building a full-time business fueled by client confidence. We dive into the importance of setting boundaries, not only to maintain professionalism but also to foster trust with clients. Vanessa also opens up about hiring her first employee, the challenges of releasing control, and the joy of seeing her business grow. With insights on leveraging social media for client engagement and staying true to her values, Vanessa offers a roadmap for anyone looking to thrive in pet care.

531: Building Community Through Shelter Partnerships with Austin Tuck

531: Building Community Through Shelter Partnerships with Austin Tuck

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Ever wondered how your pet care business could make a bigger impact on the community? In this episode, Austin Tuck, owner of Tuckered Out Dog Walking, shares how she transformed her business by partnering with a local shelter through a unique sponsorship program. Austin explains how transitioning from pet sitting to daily dog walking helped reduce burnout while allowing her to focus on creating meaningful community partnerships. Her field trips for dogs offer enrichment beyond the standard walk, benefiting both pets and owners, while the shelter program boosts adoption rates and strengthens her team's connection to their work. Listen in to learn how Austin's approach to community involvement is making a difference for her business, her staff, and shelter dogs.

022- Taxes with Mike

022- Taxes with Mike

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Taxes can be a major headache, but they dont have to be! Listen in as the founder of JETRO and Associates discusses simple steps you can take to make tax time a LOT easier.

021- First booking! Now what?

021- First booking! Now what?

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You’ve started, marketed, and booked your first client. Now what do you do? On this weeks episode we share some experiences in preparing for your first client, and then discuss what qualities make an amazing pet sitter.

019- Setting Goals for 2020

019- Setting Goals for 2020

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Join us this week as we talk about our 2019 goals, and our goals going into 2020. We share some goals of other sitters and some general tips on how to go about setting and, more importantly, achieving them. We also share some updates about the podcast.

014- Grooming with Leia Georgiadis

014- Grooming with Leia Georgiadis

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This week we're learning from Leia Georgiadis about life as an in-home pet groomer. Leia covers a wide range of topics from getting to know clients to tools of the trade. Whether you're thinking of becoming a groomer, or adding it as a service, you don't want to miss this weeks interview!