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Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 446: How to Make AI Sound Authentic in Your Pet Sitting BusinessHow to Make AI Sound Authentic in Your Pet Sitting Business Ever feel like AI-generated content sounds stiff, robotic, or just... not like you? In this episode, I share exactly how to fix that. I'm walking you through the biggest mistake people make when using AI—and how to shift your approach so it sounds like you, not like a bot. This episode will help you tap into the magic of your voice, infuse your personality into prompts, and get AI to mirror the tone, energy, and intention you actually want. Whether you're writing blogs, captions, emails, or responses, you're go...2025-07-1628 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 446: How to Make AI Sound Authentic in Your Pet Sitting Business? How to Make AI Sound Authentic in Your Pet Sitting Business Ever feel like AI-generated content sounds stiff, robotic, or just... not like you? In this episode, I share exactly how to fix that. I'm walking you through the biggest mistake people make when using AI—and how to shift your approach so it sounds like you, not like a bot. This episode will help you tap into the magic of your voice, infuse your personality into prompts, and get AI to mirror the tone, energy, and intention you actually want. Whether you're writing blogs, captions, emails, or responses, you're go...2025-07-1628 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 446: How to Make AI Sound Authentic in Your Pet Sitting BusinessolHow to Make AI Sound Authentic in Your Pet Sitting Business Ever feel like AI-generated content sounds stiff, robotic, or just... not like you? In this episode, I share exactly how to fix that. I'm walking you through the biggest mistake people make when using AI—and how to shift your approach so it sounds like you, not like a bot. This episode will help you tap into the magic of your voice, infuse your personality into prompts, and get AI to mirror the tone, energy, and intention you actually want. Whether you're writing blogs, captions, emails, or responses, you're go...2025-07-1628 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 445: Word of Mouth Marketing for Pet Sitters to Increase Sales By 5x!Word of Mouth Marketing for Pet Sitters to Increase Sales By 5x! Are you pouring hours into social media but still struggling to attract the right clients? What if the real game-changer isn’t another algorithm hack—but a return to something more personal? In this episode, I want to share what’s working way better. I’m diving into how word of mouth marketing for pet sitters can completely change the game for your business. I’ll show you why it outperforms paid ads, how to tap into it without feeling pushy, and the simple steps you can take to start se...2025-07-0926 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 445: Word of Mouth Marketing for Pet Sitters to Increase Sales By 5x!Word of Mouth Marketing for Pet Sitters to Increase Sales By 5x! Are you pouring hours into social media but still struggling to attract the right clients? What if the real game-changer isn’t another algorithm hack—but a return to something more personal? In this episode, I want to share what’s working way better. I’m diving into how word of mouth marketing for pet sitters can completely change the game for your business. I’ll show you why it outperforms paid ads, how to tap into it without feeling pushy, and the simple steps you can take to start se...2025-07-0926 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 443: How Pet Business Owners Can Clone Themselves with AI (Without Losing Their Soul)How Pet Business Owners Can Clone Themselves with AI (Without Losing Their Soul) Have you ever thought, “I need to clone myself just to keep up”? I know that feeling all too well. In this episode of Bella In Your Business, I’m sharing how I, as a busy pet business owner, actually figured out how to clone myself with AI. I’ve trained tools to write like me, create branded visuals, and even replicate my voice and videos so I’m showing up even when I’m not “on.” This episode is all about real ways pet sitters can clone themselves...2025-06-2529 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 443: How Pet Business Owners Can Clone Themselves with AI (Without Losing Their Soul)How Pet Business Owners Can Clone Themselves with AI (Without Losing Their Soul) Have you ever thought, “I need to clone myself just to keep up”? I know that feeling all too well. In this episode of Bella In Your Business, I’m sharing how I, as a busy pet business owner, actually figured out how to clone myself with AI. I’ve trained tools to write like me, create branded visuals, and even replicate my voice and videos so I’m showing up even when I’m not “on.” This episode is all about real ways pet sitters can clone themselves...2025-06-2529 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 442: The Secret to Delivering Custom Pet Marketing with AI (and How You Can Too)The Secret to Delivering Custom Pet Marketing with AI (and How You Can Too) Are you watching competitors soar while you're stuck with outdated pet marketing tactics? In this episode, I pull back the curtain on how AI is not just some flashy tool. It’s a total game-changer for how we market pet businesses. I’m sharing the full story of why I shut down my long-standing program and rebuilt it from the ground up to deliver truly custom, AI-powered marketing. You’ll hear how I worked one-on-one with clients to create region-specific, personality-infused campaigns that felt like they were m...2025-06-1826 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 442: The Secret to Delivering Custom Pet Marketing with AI (and How You Can Too)The Secret to Delivering Custom Pet Marketing with AI (and How You Can Too) Are you watching competitors soar while you're stuck with outdated pet marketing tactics? In this episode, I pull back the curtain on how AI is not just some flashy tool. It’s a total game-changer for how we market pet businesses. I’m sharing the full story of why I shut down my long-standing program and rebuilt it from the ground up to deliver truly custom, AI-powered marketing. You’ll hear how I worked one-on-one with clients to create region-specific, personality-infused campaigns that felt like they were m...2025-06-1826 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 441: AI Mindset Shifts for Pet Sitters: 5 Beliefs Blocking Your GrowthAI Mindset Shifts for Pet Sitters: 5 Beliefs Blocking Your Growth AI mindset shifts for pet sitters are no longer optional—they’re essential. If the idea of using AI in your pet business feels intimidating or overwhelming, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: it’s not the tech that’s holding you back, it’s your mindset. In this episode, I’m opening up about the invisible blocks I see so many pet sitters carrying when it comes to AI—beliefs that keep them stuck in busy work, burn out, and creative paralysis. I’ve been having more and more conver...2025-06-1132 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 441: AI Mindset Shifts for Pet Sitters: 5 Beliefs Blocking Your GrowthAI Mindset Shifts for Pet Sitters: 5 Beliefs Blocking Your Growth AI mindset shifts for pet sitters are no longer optional—they’re essential. If the idea of using AI in your pet business feels intimidating or overwhelming, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: it’s not the tech that’s holding you back, it’s your mindset. In this episode, I’m opening up about the invisible blocks I see so many pet sitters carrying when it comes to AI—beliefs that keep them stuck in busy work, burn out, and creative paralysis. I’ve been having more and more conver...2025-06-1132 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 440: Pet Sitting Business Burnout: 6 Lies That Are Draining Your EnergyPet Sitting Business Burnout: 6 Lies That Are Draining Your Energy Are you running on fumes, questioning if your pet business is even worth it anymore? You’re not broken—you’re burned out. In this episode, I’m calling out the six lies that fuel pet sitting business burnout and block your growth. These myths sneak in through Facebook groups, outdated advice, and even your own inner critic. But today, we’re flipping the script. You’ll learn: Why taking time off isn’t a luxury—it’s how real CEOs stay creative and sane. How doing everything yourself drains your energy and st...2025-06-0421 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 440: Pet Sitting Business Burnout: 6 Lies That Are Draining Your EnergyPet Sitting Business Burnout: 6 Lies That Are Draining Your Energy Are you running on fumes, questioning if your pet business is even worth it anymore? You’re not broken—you’re burned out. In this episode, I’m calling out the six lies that fuel pet sitting business burnout and block your growth. These myths sneak in through Facebook groups, outdated advice, and even your own inner critic. But today, we’re flipping the script. You’ll learn: Why taking time off isn’t a luxury—it’s how real CEOs stay creative and sane. How doing everything yourself drains your energy and st...2025-06-0421 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 439: Top 5 Pet Sitting Business Myths That Are Holding You BackTop 5 Pet Sitting Business Myths That Are Holding You Back If you’ve ever felt stuck, underpaid, or unsure how to scale your pet sitting business… you might be believing lies that aren’t serving you. In this episode of Bella in Your Business, I’m calling out 5 of the most common and damaging pet sitting business myths I see over and over again. These myths are like industry propaganda—and they keep smart business owners small, broke, and stressed. Maybe you’ve heard that “everyone uses independent contractors,” or “clients only care about price.” Or maybe you've convinced yourself, “you can’t charge that...2025-05-2832 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 439: Top 5 Pet Sitting Business Myths That Are Holding You BackTop 5 Pet Sitting Business Myths That Are Holding You Back If you’ve ever felt stuck, underpaid, or unsure how to scale your pet sitting business… you might be believing lies that aren’t serving you. In this episode of Bella in Your Business, I’m calling out 5 of the most common and damaging pet sitting business myths I see over and over again. These myths are like industry propaganda—and they keep smart business owners small, broke, and stressed. Maybe you’ve heard that “everyone uses independent contractors,” or “clients only care about price.” Or maybe you've convinced yourself, “you can’t charge that...2025-05-2832 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 437: How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You're Not Techy)How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You're Not Techy) Are you still staring at ChatGPT wondering what to even type in? Or maybe you’ve dabbled with AI and decided it’s just “not for you.” But here’s the thing—if you're not using AI in your pet sitting business yet, you're already falling behind. In this episode of Bella in Your Business, I’m breaking down exactly what that means—with zero tech talk. I’ll show you how AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and custom GPTs can help you write care notes faster, auto...2025-05-1420 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 437: How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You’re Not Techy)How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You're Not Techy) Are you still staring at ChatGPT wondering what to even type in? Or maybe you’ve dabbled with AI and decided it’s just “not for you.” But here’s the thing—if you're not using AI in your pet sitting business yet, you're already falling behind. In this episode of Bella in Your Business, I’m breaking down exactly what that means—with zero tech talk. I’ll show you how AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and custom GPTs can help you write care notes faster, auto...2025-05-1420 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 436: You’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business Owners? You’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business Owners Are you building your business while quietly wondering if something’s wrong with you? Bella Vasta unpacks a truth many dog walking business owners need to hear: You’re not broken—just underclaimed. This conversation is about more than motivation. It’s about empowerment for dog walking business owners who are ready to lead with authenticity. Bella shares how she broke free from the toxic belief systems that kept her stuck in burnout, silence, and self-doubt—and how you can too. She unpacks the three most common lies pet industry e...2025-05-0717 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 436: You’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business OwnersYou’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business Owners Are you building your business while quietly wondering if something’s wrong with you? Bella Vasta unpacks a truth many dog walking business owners need to hear: You’re not broken—just underclaimed. This conversation is about more than motivation. It’s about empowerment for dog walking business owners who are ready to lead with authenticity. Bella shares how she broke free from the toxic belief systems that kept her stuck in burnout, silence, and self-doubt—and how you can too. She unpacks the three most common lies pet industry e...2025-05-0717 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 435: Clone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting BusinessClone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting Business Ever wish you could clone yourself in your pet sitting business so you could finally get off the phone, still book new clients, and stop repeating the same info 1,000 times a week? In this episode, we’re talking about making that wish a real, scalable reality. I’m sitting down with George B. Thomas, the human behind an AI-powered clone that literally talks, teaches, and problem-solves as him—because it is him. This tech isn’t cold and creepy. It’s warm, human, and helpful. Trust me, I talked to his clone and forgot it w...2025-04-3027 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 435: Clone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting BusinessClone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting Business Ever wish you could clone yourself in your pet sitting business so you could finally get off the phone, still book new clients, and stop repeating the same info 1,000 times a week? In this episode, we’re talking about making that wish a real, scalable reality. I’m sitting down with George B. Thomas, the human behind an AI-powered clone that literally talks, teaches, and problem-solves as him—because it is him. This tech isn’t cold and creepy. It’s warm, human, and helpful. Trust me, I talked to his clone and forgot it w...2025-04-3027 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 434: Train Ai to Challenge You…Not Just Agree With Everything You Say Train Ai to Challenge You...Avoid Confirmation Bias in Your Pet Sitting Biz In this episode of Bella In Your Business, Bella Vasta uncovers a crucial topic: confirmation bias with AI for pet sitting business. As AI tools like ChatGPT become everyday business assistants, it’s easy to fall into the trap of asking for help—but only receiving validation. Bella explains how confirmation bias with AI happens when we subconsciously train our tools to agree with us, rather than challenge us. For pet business owners, this can lead to recycled ideas, weak strategies, and stagnant growth. The episode explores how to...2025-04-2414 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 434: Train Ai to Challenge You…Not Just Agree With Everything You SayTrain Ai to Challenge You...(Not Just Agree With Everything You Say) What if your AI isn’t actually helping you grow... but keeping you stuck?In this no-fluff solo episode, Bella Vasta pulls back the curtain on a hidden danger in how most entrepreneurs are using AI tools like ChatGPT—and it's not what you think. Most business owners are using AI to get validation, not transformation. And while that feels productive, it could be keeping you locked in your own mental loop—never challenged, never stretched, and never truly growing. In this eye-opening episode, Bella tackles the confirmation bias e...2025-04-2414 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 434: Train Ai to Challenge You…Not Just Agree With Everything You SayTrain Ai to Challenge You...Avoid Confirmation Bias in Your Pet Sitting Biz In this episode of Bella In Your Business, Bella Vasta uncovers a crucial topic: confirmation bias with AI for pet sitting business. As AI tools like ChatGPT become everyday business assistants, it’s easy to fall into the trap of asking for help—but only receiving validation. Bella explains how confirmation bias with AI happens when we subconsciously train our tools to agree with us, rather than challenge us. For pet business owners, this can lead to recycled ideas, weak strategies, and stagnant growth. The episode explores how...2025-04-2414 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 433: 13 Ai Pet Sitting Business Mindset Shifts That’ll Transform Your Output? Let's flip the script on how you think about AI in your pet business. By understanding these Ai pet sitting business mindset shifts you will really be able to fly ahead of your colleagues. This isn’t another “how to use ChatGPT” tutorial. It’s a mindset makeover—because AI isn’t a tool you master once and move on from. It’s a thinking partner. A skill. A business amplifier that’s evolving faster than you are with these Ai pet sitting business mindset shifts Bella unpacks 13 mindset shifts that are essential if you want to work with AI instead of fighti...2025-04-1630 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 433: 13 Ai Pet Sitting Business Mindset Shifts That’ll Transform Your OutputLet's flip the script on how you think about AI in your pet business. By understanding these Ai pet sitting business mindset shifts you will really be able to fly ahead of yoru collegues. This isn’t another “how to use ChatGPT” tutorial. It’s a mindset makeover—because AI isn’t a tool you master once and move on from. It’s a thinking partner. A skill. A business amplifier that’s evolving faster than you are with these Ai pet sitting business mindset shifts Bella unpacks 13 mindset shifts that are essential if you want to work with AI instead of fight...2025-04-1630 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 432: Navigating Different Seasons in Life and Business Ever feel like you’re running full speed… but still not getting anywhere? Or like your motivation packed up and ghosted you?You’re not failing. You’re just in a season. And learning how to navigate the seasons of business and life might be the most powerful skill no one’s teaching you. Entrepreneurship isn’t just strategy and systems. It’s energy. Emotion. Life.And just like life, your business moves in cycles—seasons that affect how you work, lead, and show up. Maybe you’re in go-mode—firing on all cylinders, building something big.Or maybe you’re drained, burnt out...2025-04-0925 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 432: Navigating Different Seasons in Life and BusinessEver feel like you’re running full speed… but still not getting anywhere? Or like your motivation packed up and ghosted you?You’re not failing. You’re just in a season. And learning how to navigate the seasons of business and life might be the most powerful skill no one’s teaching you. Entrepreneurship isn’t just strategy and systems. It’s energy. Emotion. Life.And just like life, your business moves in cycles—seasons that affect how you work, lead, and show up. Maybe you’re in go-mode—firing on all cylinders, building something big.Or maybe you’re drained, burnt out...2025-04-0925 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 432: Navigating Different Seasons in Life and BusinessEver feel like you’re running full speed… but still not getting anywhere? Or like your motivation packed up and ghosted you?You’re not failing. You’re just in a season. And learning how to navigate the seasons of business and life might be the most powerful skill no one’s teaching you. Entrepreneurship isn’t just strategy and systems. It’s energy. Emotion. Life.And just like life, your business moves in cycles—seasons that affect how you work, lead, and show up. Maybe you’re in go-mode—firing on all cylinders, building something big.Or maybe you’re drained, burnt out...2025-04-0925 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 431: Attracting Great Employees for Your Pet Sitting/Dog Walking Business? Struggling to find good help? Feeling like your team’s falling apart faster than you can hold it together? You’re not alone—and no, it’s not just because “no one wants to work anymore.” Let’s cut the fluff: The job market isn’t broken. Your systems are. If you’ve been panic hiring, training people on the fly, and praying they don’t ghost you two weeks in… that’s not a hiring problem. That’s a business-building problem. This episode is a wake-up call for every pet business owner who’s ever said: “I can’t find good people.” “I hired th...2025-04-0220 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 430: How To Thrive in a Shifting Economy: The Key Strategies Pet Business Owners Need NowFeeling the pressure of a changing economy? Clients tightening their budgets? Wondering if your pet business can survive the uncertainty? You’re not alone. The truth is, businesses that don’t adapt will struggle—but those that make smart moves now will come out stronger than ever. In this episode, Bella Vasta shares the exact strategies you need to stay ahead. From messaging and business structure to technology and AI, she breaks down how to shift your approach so you can thrive while others scramble. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: The #1 mistake pet businesses make with their messaging—and how to fix...2025-03-2625 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 404: Navigating Personal Growth and Healing (Unscripted)How do you navigate personal growth? Do you feel isolated or unsupported on your journey? Are you constantly searching for real, unfiltered insights on life and business? Join Bella Vasta on a deeply personal road trip from Phoenix to Tucson, Arizona, in this unique podcast episode. As Bella navigates the open road, she reflects on her partnership with Liz Illg, co-founder of Pet Care Team Training, sharing the importance of having supportive and complementary relationships in both business and life. Recorded live and unedited, this episode offers an authentic glimpse into Bella's thoughts and feelings, making you feel like you're...2024-08-2931 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 404: Navigating Personal Growth and Healing (Unscripted)How do you navigate personal growth? Do you feel isolated or unsupported on your journey? Are you constantly searching for real, unfiltered insights on life and business? Join Bella Vasta on a deeply personal road trip from Phoenix to Tucson, Arizona, in this unique podcast episode. As Bella navigates the open road, she reflects on her partnership with Liz Illg, co-founder of Pet Care Team Training, sharing the importance of having supportive and complementary relationships in both business and life. Recorded live and unedited, this episode offers an authentic glimpse into Bella's thoughts and feelings, making you feel like you're...2024-08-2931 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode #397: 12 Ways To Deal With Burnout Inside Your Pet BusinessAre you feeling the midsummer madness and the pressures of running a pet care business? Is burnout inside your pet business dragging you down just when you should be enjoying the sunny season? Welcome back to another episode of Bella In Your Business! This week, Bella dives into the chaos of summer schedules with 12 powerhouse tips for combating burnout inside your pet business and reclaiming your peace. Whether you’re struggling with chaotic client demands, feeling the pinch of inflation, or lying awake at night worrying about your business, this episode is your strategic rescue. Tune in as Bella shares pr...2024-07-1122 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode #397: 12 Ways To Deal With Burnout Inside Your Pet BusinessAre you feeling the midsummer madness and the pressures of running a pet care business? Is burnout inside your pet business dragging you down just when you should be enjoying the sunny season? Welcome back to another episode of Bella In Your Business! This week, Bella dives into the chaos of summer schedules with 12 powerhouse tips for combating burnout inside your pet business and reclaiming your peace. Whether you’re struggling with chaotic client demands, feeling the pinch of inflation, or lying awake at night worrying about your business, this episode is your strategic rescue. Tune in as Bella shares pr...2024-07-1122 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode #396: Is Your Business Prepared For A Personal Disaster?What would you do if life suddenly pulled you away from your business? Ever thought about what might happen if an urgent personal crisis hit you out of nowhere? Could your business survive—let alone thrive—without you? In this week's episode of Bella In Your Business, Bella Vasta shares her personal, heart-wrenching story of being abruptly pulled from her thriving pet sitting business due to a medical emergency. She dives deep into the essential strategies every business owner needs to ensure their enterprise can run seamlessly in their absence. Learn actionable steps to automate payroll, conduct effective scheduling, manage mark...2024-07-0420 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 396: Is Your Business Prepared For A Personal Disaster?What would you do if life suddenly pulled you away from your business? Ever thought about what might happen if an urgent personal crisis hit you out of nowhere? Could your business survive—let alone thrive—without you? In this week's episode of Bella In Your Business, Bella Vasta shares her personal, heart-wrenching story of being abruptly pulled from her thriving pet sitting business due to a medical emergency. She dives deep into the essential strategies every business owner needs to ensure their enterprise can run seamlessly in their absence. Learn actionable steps to automate payroll, conduct effective scheduling, manage mark...2024-07-0420 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 360: Ditch Creating in Canva and Create Engagement Instead Like Leia from Wonder Pup’sHave you ever scrolled through your social media profiles, basking in the glory of the numerous likes and comments your posts have garnered? It's an exhilarating feeling, isn't it? The digital world showers us with instant gratification, making it easy to assume that we've got this whole social media marketing thing down pat. But, here's a question: Are those likes and comments truly indicative of your marketing prowess, or could they be misleading you into a false sense of accomplishment? I understand the challenges that pet business owners and marketers face in the digital realm. That's why my program goes...2023-10-0520 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 360: Ditch Creating in Canva and Create Engagement Instead Like Leia from WonderpupsHave you ever scrolled through your social media profiles, basking in the glory of the numerous likes and comments your posts have garnered? It's an exhilarating feeling, isn't it? The digital world showers us with instant gratification, making it easy to assume that we've got this whole social media marketing thing down pat. But, here's a question: Are those likes and comments truly indicative of your marketing prowess, or could they be misleading you into a false sense of accomplishment? I understand the challenges that pet business owners and marketers face in the digital realm. That's why my program goes...2023-10-0520 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 349: The Key to an Efficient Pet Sitting BusinessHey, Jumpers! Let's face it. Running an efficient pet business is no walk in the park. From managing staff and inventory, to marketing your services and maintaining a welcoming environment, the daily challenges can often feel overwhelming. With each passing day, you may find yourself yearning for a way to streamline your operations, break free from the shackles of mundane tasks and administrative burdens, and truly thrive in the realm of pet care. Are you ready to revolutionize your pet business and unleash unparalleled success? I'm Bella Vasta, and in this captivating episode of "Bella in Your Business podcast," I'm...2023-07-2016 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 349: The Key to an Efficient Pet Sitting BusinessHey, Jumpers! Let's face it. Running an efficient pet business is no walk in the park. From managing staff and inventory, to marketing your services and maintaining a welcoming environment, the daily challenges can often feel overwhelming. With each passing day, you may find yourself yearning for a way to streamline your operations, break free from the shackles of mundane tasks and administrative burdens, and truly thrive in the realm of pet care. Are you ready to revolutionize your pet business and unleash unparalleled success? I'm Bella Vasta, and in this captivating episode of "Bella in Your Business podcast," I'm...2023-07-2016 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 346: The Ins and Outs of Artificial Intelligence for your Pet Sitting Business To Save You Time and MoneyIn the ever-evolving landscape of business, staying ahead of the competition is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. As entrepreneurs, executives, and visionaries, we constantly seek innovative strategies to drive growth, enhance productivity, and maximize profitability. And in this digital era, where technology is rewriting the rules of success, there's one groundbreaking force that has emerged as a game-changer: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Hey jumpers, it's Bella Vasta, your go-to pet industry expert! Get ready for an electrifying episode of "Bella in Your Business: Pet Industry Business Podcast," where we dive headfirst into the world of AI. This time, I'm joi...2023-06-2923 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 346: The Ins and Outs of Artificial Intelligence for your Pet Sitting Business To Save You Time and MoneyIn the ever-evolving landscape of business, staying ahead of the competition is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. As entrepreneurs, executives, and visionaries, we constantly seek innovative strategies to drive growth, enhance productivity, and maximize profitability. And in this digital era, where technology is rewriting the rules of success, there's one groundbreaking force that has emerged as a game-changer: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Hey jumpers, it's Bella Vasta, your go-to pet industry expert! Get ready for an electrifying episode of "Bella in Your Business: Pet Industry Business Podcast," where we dive headfirst into the world of AI. This time, I'm joi...2023-06-2923 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 334:The Secret Dozens Of Pet Businesses Use To Attract EmployeesHey, Jumpers! If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle your business and personal life while struggling to attract new clients, you're not alone. The good news is that there's a solution that can help take your business to the next level! Have you heard of Better Marketing with Bella? A pro at helping businesses like yours grow without sacrificing your personal life and relationships. You can shoot me an email at bella@jumpconsulting.net or schedule a quick 20-minute phone call at jumpconsulting.net/20. Remember, investing in marketing is key to growing your business, and my program can help make...2023-04-0628 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 334:The Secret Dozens Of Pet Businesses Use To Attract EmployeesHey, Jumpers! If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle your business and personal life while struggling to attract new clients, you're not alone. The good news is that there's a solution that can help take your business to the next level! Have you heard of Better Marketing with Bella? A pro at helping businesses like yours grow without sacrificing your personal life and relationships. You can shoot me an email at bella@jumpconsulting.net or schedule a quick 20-minute phone call at jumpconsulting.net/20. Remember, investing in marketing is key to growing your business, and my program can help make...2023-04-0628 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 331: Anatomy of a Social Post: How to use Hooks, Hashtags, and Hype to Make More SalesAre you struggling to make sales on social media? Do you feel like your content is not reaching the right audience? Then this episode is the one you've been looking for. Welcome to the latest episode of Bella in Your Business: Pet Industry Business Podcast. In this episode, Bella talks about the importance of using hooks, hashtags, and hype to boost your social media sales. With her extensive experience in social media marketing, Bella shares practical tips on how to create attention-grabbing hooks that resonate with your target audience. This episode is a must-listen if you want to take your...2023-03-1617 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 331: Anatomy of a Social Post: How to use Hooks, Hashtags, and Hype to Make More SalesAre you struggling to make sales on social media? Do you feel like your content is not reaching the right audience? Then this episode is the one you've been looking for. Welcome to the latest episode of Bella in Your Business: Pet Industry Business Podcast. In this episode, Bella talks about the importance of using hooks, hashtags, and hype to boost your social media sales. With her extensive experience in social media marketing, Bella shares practical tips on how to create attention-grabbing hooks that resonate with your target audience. This episode is a must-listen if you want to take your...2023-03-1617 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 315: Book More, Work Less, How To Use These Little-Known Social Media Tools To Market Your BusinessIf you are a business owner, I am pretty sure you already know your social media is the biggest flex you have to market your business. And before you dismiss this topic, "yea Bella, I know, I use my social media every day" just hear me out. Because, while you might feel like you are constantly using your social media, are you utilizing it to its' fullest potential? You may be up with all the social media trends, prepared as they come, and know what to expect out of your social media platforms. But, I can almost guarantee you might...2022-11-0313 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 312: The Evolution Of Better Marketing With BellaI am coming to you today with a special, secret episode to spill all the secrets about Better Marketing With Bella.I know a lot of you struggle with doing social media on your teams. Whether you have done it yourself or sourced out to pay someone else to do it. My goal is to help you with your own marketing production and shine a little light on why this program is so successful. When Better Marketing With Bella began in 2017, it was very different. Mostly, because social media was different. I completely understand why you feel like you might...2022-10-1320 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 312: The Evolution Of Better Marketing With BellaI am coming to you today with a special, secret episode to spill all the secrets about Better Marketing With Bella.I know a lot of you struggle with doing social media on your teams. Whether you have done it yourself or sourced out to pay someone else to do it. My goal is to help you with your own marketing production and shine a little light on why this program is so successful. When Better Marketing With Bella began in 2017, it was very different. Mostly, because social media was different. I completely understand why you feel like you might...2022-10-1320 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 312: The Evolution Of Better Marketing With BellaI am coming to you today with a special, secret episode to spill all the secrets about Better Marketing With Bella.I know a lot of you struggle with doing social media on your teams. Whether you have done it yourself or sourced out to pay someone else to do it. My goal is to help […]2022-10-1320 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 241: How to get UNSTUCK with Hiring in 2021On today's podcast, I'm making my next prediction! There are 8.1 million job openings and 9.8 million unemployed per the Dept of Labor. It's time to stop complaining and start making adjustments to get people hired. You are not alone.... let me help you get your business back! BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS: We are in a service industry revolution! Nobody is looking at your old hiring ads. Add more phases to your hiring process and get better applicants. Your applicants are checking you out too! Show Highlights Bella's next prediction! (6:45) Training determines how long people stay with your company. (12:00) Change up your hiring process. (14:50) ...2021-05-2026 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 232: The 5 Biggest Problems Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers Have With Social MediaDoing the same thing over and over again? Put anything in a process and avoid starting from scratch every single time. Keep a file of the templates, fonts, colors, and embellishments that you always use. Making these decisions once can actually help you multiple times in the future whether you're doing graphics, video or even templates for blogsShow HighlightsBlock out time to do all the things. [2:07]Be creative in different ways, either Lives, or videos, blog post writing, etc. [3:43]Create processes for everything. [5:05]If outsourcing, hire the right people for the ri...2021-03-1119 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 230: 10 Ways to Save Money on Your Taxes10 Ways to Save Money on Your Taxes This week, Bella talks about some of the amazing tax-saving tips her Mastermind members were privy to when CPA and tax expert, Christian Culpepper joined the Mastermind video session earlier this month. Chris has 30 years of experience in accounting, banking, real estate finance, and tax preparation for a very diverse group of people. From homeowners to business owners, he has been able to save people thousands upon thousands of dollars at tax time each year.He believes CPAs should be serving the needs of their clients by using creative thinking t...2021-02-2521 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 228: How to Run a Business Around Kids Learning VirtuallyHow to Run a Business Around Kids Learning VirtuallyThis week Bella reaches out to fellow parents everywhere. This episode is for all the overwhelmed pet business owners who are also busy moms and dads juggling their busy schedules, parenting, relationships, a household, and…kids who are also learning virtually.As we start to see a possible light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, it’s also worthwhile to remember that many of us are still working from home and have children who are attending school via the e-learning platforms. But, even before the pandemic, moms and dads...2021-02-1119 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 227: How To Decrease Turnover and Create Raving EmployeesHow To Decrease Turnover and Create Raving Employees This week Bella talks about the importance of onboarding new staff properly along with the consequences of not having a standard onboarding policy in place. Bella’s vast experience in the pet based industry provides her with invaluable insights and the ability to go straight to the heart of why you can’t ignore having your own onboarding procedures. NOTE: Some listeners may hear themselves in Bella’s examples. The onboarding problems she talks about are so common we think you’ll see some of your own business’ characteristics in this episode.2021-02-0429 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 226: Beware Of Certain Pet Business CoachesBeware Of Certain Pet Business Coaches Let’s talk about business coaches and mentors! This week, Bella, who is a big believer in coaches herself and has always had a coach, shares why it’s absolutely critical you choose the right business coach and what to look for. This episode stresses being aware of the rather startling movement where anyone and everyone is calling themselves a coach. Buyer BEWARE. It takes more than a brief dabbling in a business or a quickly attained certificate to make an effective results oriented coach.These days we are seeing a wide...2021-01-2829 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 225 Running a Business Through Divorce or Major Life ChangesHow Relationships and Emotions Impact Your Business Bella talks about a common thread she sees year to year in business owners. This includes the depth of emotions and how paralyzing they can be when it comes to going about your daily work and your business. Bella opens up about her own experiences in a painful divorce and trying to keep her business running at prime levels. CAUTION: This episode is very raw and transparent. We are including a trigger warning here for anyone who may be sensitive to this type of material.Biggest Takeaways You...2021-01-2127 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 224 – 4 Massive Secrets To Attracting Dog Walking Clients in 20214 Massive Secrets To Attracting Dog Walking Clients in 2021Bella discusses 4 Massive Secrets to Attracting Dog Walking Clients in 2021 and moving forward after a pandemic influenced 2020. Pet business owners can maximize this time in their businesses by leaping into the unique business opportunities Covid-19 restrictions have placed upon all of us.Bella cautions us to push back on feelings of self doubt, skepticism or excuses why our businesses can’t flourish during this time. The reality is, there are businesses doing well in spite of the pandemic and Bella speaks about the strategies these businesses have in common.2021-01-1426 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 224 – 4 Massive Secrets To Attracting Dog Walking Clients in 20214 Massive Secrets To Attracting Dog Walking Clients in 2021 Bella discusses 4 Massive Secrets to Attracting Dog Walking Clients in 2021 and moving forward after a pandemic influenced 2020. Pet business owners can maximize this time in their businesses by leaping into the unique business opportunities Covid-19 restrictions have placed upon all of us. Bella cautions us to push back on feelings of self doubt, skepticism or excuses why our businesses can’t flourish during this time. The reality is, there are businesses doing well in spite of the pandemic and Bella speaks about the strategies these businesses have in common. The strategies talked ab...2021-01-1426 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 208: Easy Ways To Repurpose Content into VideosBella knows that you probably feel like making video content for your business is a tough task. to get creative, especially during 2020 is a tough thing to do. We are in survival mode and growth mode just trying to get back to the new normal. That is why Bella is suggesting you repurpose content into videos. Today, Bella is going to teach you why you don't actually need to be creative to make videos and how you can take what you've already got and reuse that. It is important to realize that not everyone sees all your content. Only a...2020-08-2719 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 198: Baby Boomers Vs Millennials… Or Is It?Baby Boomers Vs. Millennials...Or Is It? The generational gap between baby boomers and millennials is something that every business owner is bound to encounter.... perhaps you already have? But one generation doesn't have to be at war with the other. Each generation has unique and specific experiences that they can share with one another to improve themselves. That's why in this week's episode of Bella In Your Business, I bring you Steve Dotto who has a unique perspective on the generational gap. Steve Dotto is a tech geek, entrepreneur, and business owner. He is the founder of Dotto Tech, wh...2020-06-1123 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 198: Baby Boomers Vs Millennials… Or Is It?Baby Boomers Vs. Millennials...Or Is It? The generational gap between baby boomers and millennials is something that every business owner is bound to encounter.... perhaps you already have? But one generation doesn't have to be at war with the other. Each generation has unique and specific experiences that they can share with one another to improve themselves. That's why in this week's episode of Bella In Your Business, I bring you Steve Dotto who has a unique perspective on the generational gap. Steve Dotto is a tech geek, entrepreneur, and business owner. He is the founder of Dotto Tech, wh...2020-06-1123 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 159: BEST OF BELLA: Relationship Marketing & Buyer Personas With Jessika PhillipsToday for the Best of Bella series we are replaying Episode 120 with Jessika Phillips. She runs a multi-million dollar marketing firm where her major platform is relationship marketing and at the end of the day as small service providing businesses in our communities it's all about the relationship. Jessika really leaves you with a lot of nuggets to think about that you can use in your business today, you don't want to miss this one.2019-08-1528 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 159: BEST OF BELLA: Relationship Marketing & Buyer Personas With Jessika PhillipsToday for the Best of Bella series we are replaying Episode 120 with Jessika Phillips. She runs a multi-million dollar marketing firm where her major platform is relationship marketing and at the end of the day as small service providing businesses in our communities it's all about the relationship. Jessika really leaves you with a lot of nuggets to think about that you can use in your business today, you don't want to miss this one.2019-08-1528 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 158: BEST OF BELLA: Instagram Secrets For Your Pet Business With Jenn HermanToday we are replaying Episode 116 with Jenn Herman as part of the Best of Bella series. Jenn literally wrote the book "Instagram For Business for Dummies" and she is a wealth of knowledge. She is incredibly insightful, she talks fast, drops lots of value bombs, and you are sure to learn stuff from her.2019-08-0835 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 158: BEST OF BELLA: Instagram Secrets For Your Pet Business With Jenn HermanToday we are replaying Episode 116 with Jenn Herman as part of the Best of Bella series. Jenn literally wrote the book "Instagram For Business for Dummies" and she is a wealth of knowledge. She is incredibly insightful, she talks fast, drops lots of value bombs, and you are sure to learn stuff from her.2019-08-0835 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 157: BEST OF BELLA: Coaching Your Pet Sitting Employees To Success With Niki RamirezThis week for the Best of Bella series we are replaying episode 95 with Niki Ramirez. Niki is a wealth of information for everything human resources related, she is also a monthly guest in the Jump Consulting Mastermind. A lot of pet sitters and dog walkers may think that they're too small to afford an HR specialist like Niki, but in actuality, it's one of the biggest things you can have on your team. Listen intently to see how she helps pet sitters and dog walkers and everything you can learn.2019-08-0129 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 157: BEST OF BELLA: Coaching Your Pet Sitting Employees To Success With Niki RamirezThis week for the Best of Bella series we are replaying episode 95 with Niki Ramirez. Niki is a wealth of information for everything human resources related, she is also a monthly guest in the Jump Consulting Mastermind. A lot of pet sitters and dog walkers may think that they're too small to afford an HR specialist like Niki, but in actuality, it's one of the biggest things you can have on your team. Listen intently to see how she helps pet sitters and dog walkers and everything you can learn.2019-08-0129 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 156: BEST OF BELLA: Defining Your Brand With Lain EhmannBella chose episode 56 with Lain Ehmann to be part of the Best of Bella series because it was one of the most downloaded episodes of Bella in Your Business. Bella and Lain dive in deep on branding and how to make your website stand out. They talk about figuring out who you are as a brand and a business, Lain even offers a free download to help you!2019-07-2529 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 156: BEST OF BELLA: Defining Your Brand With Lain EhmannBella chose episode 56 with Lain Ehmann to be part of the Best of Bella series because it was one of the most downloaded episodes of Bella in Your Business. Bella and Lain dive in deep on branding and how to make your website stand out. They talk about figuring out who you are as a brand and a business, Lain even offers a free download to help you!2019-07-2529 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 155: BEST OF BELLA: Navigating Social Media with Mari SmithWe're taking it back to episode 93 on this edition of the Best of Bella series, when Bella had the sincere pleasure of interviewing Mari Smith. She knows everything that is going on and she is the nicest, most approachable woman Bella has met in the social media space. They had fun talking about the ins and outs of social media and Bella wanted to bring her to you all again. Original Show Notes: Navigating social media can be pretty difficult, especially when it comes to your online business. Often referred to as “the Queen of Facebook,” Mari Smith is hailed as t...2019-07-1827 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 155: BEST OF BELLA: Navigating Social Media with Mari SmithWe're taking it back to episode 93 on this edition of the Best of Bella series, when Bella had the sincere pleasure of interviewing Mari Smith. She knows everything that is going on and she is the nicest, most approachable woman Bella has met in the social media space. They had fun talking about the ins and outs of social media and Bella wanted to bring her to you all again. Original Show Notes: Navigating social media can be pretty difficult, especially when it comes to your online business. Often referred to as “the Queen of Facebook,” Mari Smith is hailed as t...2019-07-1827 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 154: BEST OF BELLA: Customer Experience With Joey ColemanBella chose this episode to be part of the Best Of Bella series because it is with Joey Coleman. She first saw him live at Social Media Marketing World 2017 and his presentation skills blew her out of the water. Without further ado, she wants all of you to experience Joey and his First 100 Days methodology. Time Stamp How has Joey done and accomplished the things in his life? [4:40] What is the First 100 Days methodology? [8:10] Is there a direct correlation between telling stories and solving problems and value? [12:50] How can business owners create a meaningful customer experience? [15:00] How can employees get...2019-07-1134 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 153: BEST OF BELLA: Vision Is Victory With Carey ConleyWelcome back to another episode in the “Best of Bella” series. Bella chose this episode with Carey Conley, because her story and purpose on this planet are so inspiring. Bella and Carey talk all about vision and if you let yourself soak in this episode it will set you on the path to success.2019-07-0423 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 153: BEST OF BELLA: Vision Is Victory With Carey ConleyWelcome back to another episode in the “Best of Bella” series. Bella chose this episode with Carey Conley, because her story and purpose on this planet are so inspiring. Bella and Carey talk all about vision and if you let yourself soak in this episode it will set you on the path to success.2019-07-0423 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 152: BEST OF BELLA: They Ask, You Answer with Marcus SheridanThis episode is part of the "Best of Bella" series. Bella chose this episode with Marcus Sheridan as one of the best for many reasons. Marcus is one of her favorite human beings, they go on a deep dive of content marketing and his book "They Ask, You Answer". She doesn't want you to be making the mistake that she sees others doing when blogging, even if you've listened to this episode before you'll want to give it another listen.2019-06-2727 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 152: BEST OF BELLA: They Ask, You Answer with Marcus SheridanThis episode is part of the "Best of Bella" series. Bella chose this episode with Marcus Sheridan as one of the best for many reasons. Marcus is one of her favorite human beings, they go on a deep dive of content marketing and his book "They Ask, You Answer". She doesn't want you to be making the mistake that she sees others doing when blogging, even if you've listened to this episode before you'll want to give it another listen.2019-06-2727 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 151: BEST OF BELLA: Interview with a Small Business State AuditorThis episode is part of the "Best of Bella" series. Bella chose this episode with a former state auditor as one of the best, because she loves being able to bring unique experts to you. If you missed this episode the first time around you'll be pretty surprised by what you hear.2019-06-2031 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 151: BEST OF BELLA: Interview with a Small Business State AuditorThis episode is part of the "Best of Bella" series. Bella chose this episode with a former state auditor as one of the best, because she loves being able to bring unique experts to you. If you missed this episode the first time around you'll be pretty surprised by what you hear.2019-06-2031 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 101: Goal Crushing From 0 To 15 Dog Walking Employees With Pam CurryWhen Pam joined the Mastermind, she was working IN her business non-stop. Her to-do list had a to-do list. But with the guidance and support of Bella and the Mastermind team, Pam was able to break down her goals into smaller tasks and take action every single day. This prevented her from feeling overwhelmed and allowed her to focus on what was truly important. Fast forward six months, and Pam is now completely out of the field and has FIFTEEN dog-walking employees! This is just one of the many success stories of pet sitting business owners who have taken their...2018-06-2125 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 42: How To Use Facebook Groups and Video In Your Pet Sitting BusinessOn this episode Bella speaks with Maureen McCarthy, owner of Love and Kisses Pet Sitting. Bella has found Maureen's use of Facebook groups, social media, and video to be an awesome example of how to market. Bella gets the scoop from Maureen, about how Facebook groups can be a great way to connect and expand your reach as a business. Maureen started a group for her own community called What's Up Indiana Trail and it has grown like wild fire. Through it, she has been able to get more people engaged on her own facebook page and grown her business. Th...2017-04-1323 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business PodcastEpisode 42: How To Use Facebook Groups and Video In Your Pet Sitting BusinessOn this episode Bella speaks with Maureen McCarthy, owner of Love and Kisses Pet Sitting. Bella has found Maureen's use of Facebook groups, social media, and video to be an awesome example of how to market. Bella gets the scoop from Maureen, about how Facebook groups can be a great way to connect and expand your reach as a business. Maureen started a group for her own community called What's Up Indiana Trail and it has grown like wild fire. Through it, she has been able to get more people engaged on her own facebook page and grown her business. Th...2017-04-1323 min

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking PodcastEpisode 42: How To Use Facebook Groups and Video In Your Pet Sitting BusinessOn this episode Bella speaks with Maureen McCarthy, owner of Love and Kisses Pet Sitting. Bella has found Maureen's use of Facebook groups, social media, and video to be an awesome example of how to market. Bella gets the scoop from Maureen, about how Facebook groups can be a great way to connect and expand your reach as a business. Maureen started a group for her own community called What's Up Indiana Trail and it has grown like wild fire. Through it, she has been able to get more people engaged on her own facebook page and grown her business. Th...2017-04-1323 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 19: A Look Back at How A Pet Sitting Business Started & Grew with Kristie GlazerIn this episode of "Bella In Your Business", Bella talks with Kristie Glazer from Philly Pet Care, a family-owned pet-sitting and dog-walking company in Philadelphia. Kristie talks about how she got started and what changes she made that really helped her business grow. After graduating college, Kristie and her husband moved to Philadelphia which is near where she grew up in South Jersey. She was a teacher for a little while and then a sales rep for a shipping company. But she wasn’t happy. She sat down and thought about what would make her happy….the answer….dogs! She figured s...2016-10-1317 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 18: How to Get More Pet Sitting and Dog Walking ClientsIn order to get more pet sitting and dog walking clients, Bella notes that people search for many different terms. For instance, she says that if you are dog groomer and you want to groom small dogs or even cats, make sure you list that. Someone looking to get a cat groomed likely won’t search for a dog groomer first. Make sure you are putting all the services you offer, along with descriptions, on your website. Kate notes you should really review your website periodically and make sure what you want out there is very clear. Promote Yourself On Fac...2016-10-0520 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 16: Getting Rid of Toxic RelationshipsIn this episode of "Bella In Your Business", Bella discusses getting rid of “bad apples” otherwise known as bad relationships. At some point in your personal or professional life you have had that person who is a vampire of your time or energy. And they can be very influential in your life. You need to constantly take inventory because it is said you are the sum of the 5 closest people in your life. Bella says she sees a lot of pet business owners not “trimming the fat” of these toxic relationships when it is really necessary and they end up with “tummy...2016-08-2217 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 14: Discount Daily Dog WalksIn this episode of "Bella In Your Business", Bella discusses whether or not you should offer a discount daily dog walks. She covers points on both sides of the issue. Bella starts by stressing that before even considering a discount for daily dog walks, you really should know just how much profit you make off of a dog walk or pet visit. She points out that many company owners aren’t fully cognizant of that number or even understand how the costs and profits are divided. Bella points out that some of the money goes to the employee who walked the...2016-06-1712 min

Podcasts Archives | Pet Sitting Business CoachingEpisode 5: Bella In Your Business: Motivation, Podcasting, and 4 Helpful TipsIn this episode of Bella In Your Business: The impact that podcasting and Shannon Hernandez has had on me and fellow pet sitters. How to get your motivation back and your staff! My top tips: 1. Evernote 2. MeetEdgar.com 2015-03-2924 min