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PetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#101 AI and Automation with Robert StricklandThis podcast provides insights on harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation to boost customer communication in the pet business industry. It outlines the key takeaways regarding using AI for blogging, marketing, and software integrations. It also discusses using Chat GPT models, GPT-3, Copy AI, and Canva along with others, to quickly generate content. Additionally, the podcast highlights how to customize content with a brand voice and local data, as well as tips for creating engaging content, using keywords, and utilizing paid versions of the software.
1. Using AI for your Pet Business: A Conversation with R...
2023-07-2856 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#100 What is a Lead Magnet? 7 Ideas For YouHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2023-06-2018 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#99 Pet Business Revenue Series: 500K-1M PanelHere are links to our panel members
Sarah Macdonald with Sarah's Pet Sitting Cheshire, CT
Doug Keeling with Bad to the Bone Pet Care Jacksonville, FLHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you...
2023-06-161h 13PetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#98 Post-Event Marketing To-Do ListThis podcast outlines key takeaways for businesses looking to increase customer interaction and engagement via event marketing leveraging email marketing strategies. Strategies include using AI to develop show-stopping subject lines, segmenting email lists, incentivizing referrals, sharing success stories and testimonials, and formatting stories as narratives. Additionally, the article suggests inviting email subscribers to pet events, building relationships, and increasing brand awareness through email campaigns. By taking these steps, businesses can create effective and successful marketing strategies.
1. The Perfect Pet Event Follow-up: Leveraging Email Addresses to Grow Your Pet Business (00:00 - 07:17)
2. Unlock the...
2023-06-1320 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#97 Pet Business Revenue Series: 250K-500K PanelThis podcast discussed the benefits and best practices of running a successful business, featuring two pet business owner's stories of success in the pet care industry. Mary and Jessica share key takeaways on how to ensure efficiency and growth in a business, including cross-training staff, hiring additional employees, creating an administrative role, focusing on having a people-centered leadership style, and leveraging staff skillsets. They also discussed setting goals and the importance of staying passionate about your work, as well as strategies for organic growth. These strategies can help pet business owners reach success.
1. Growth...
2023-06-0955 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#96 Perfect Pet Event PreparationThis article provides insight for pet businesses on creating a successful booth at a pet event or a trade show. It is essential to focus on branding and use banners and colorful items to attract people. Additionally, it is helpful to use creative swag items like window clings to draw attention and to provide items of real value to prospects. Pet businesses can collaborate with other pet businesses or local pet rescues to get more exposure, nurture customers, and help increase sales.
1. The Perfect Pet Event Marketing Guide (00:00 - 06:51)
2. Harnessing the Power...
2023-06-0620 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#95 Pet Business Revenue Series: 100K to 250K PanelWelcome to the Pet Business Revenue Series! There are challenges at every level of pet business growth but no one knows just what to expect at any phase until they get there. Everyone's business is unique but there are some common themes that appear at each level. The Pet Business Revenue Series is a 5-week series with panels of pet business owners at each level sharing their experiences, wins, and challenges.
This week's podcast panel focuses on pet businesses in the 100-250K revenue range. This podcast provides insights into the different strategies that...
2023-06-021h 04PetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#94 Hire for Attitude NOT AptitudeWhen searching for employees in the pet industry, hiring for attitude over aptitude is essential. Employers should focus on coachability and attitude and ask questions during the interview process to determine a candidate's problem-solving skills, adaptability, and ability to handle stress and pressure. Candidates should demonstrate a positive attitude and be willing to go beyond to exceed customer expectations. All of these qualities are essential for successful employees in the pet industry.
Links mentioned in this podcast:
PetBizHIVE Hiring Series
2023-05-3012 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#93 Pet Business Revenue Series: Less than 100K PanelI am excited to be starting the Pet Business Revenue Series! There are challenges at every level of pet business growth but no one knows just what to expect at any phase until they get there. Everyone's business is unique but there are some common themes that appear at each level. The Pet Business Revenue Series is a 5-week series with panels of pet business owners at each level sharing their experiences, wins, and challenges.
This week's podcast panel focuses on businesses with up to $100,000 in annual revenue.
1. The...
2023-05-2650 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#92 Tip Tuesday: 8 Tips For Better Communication With Your TeamThis podcast provides practical advice to help entrepreneurs effectively manage and lead their pet business teams. I identify 8 specific tips to improve your communication to lead your team better and provide better services for your community.
1. Setting Up Effective Communication Strategies for Your Pet Business Team (00:00 - 07:34)
2. Improve Communication with Your Team: Establishing Expectations and Regular Check-Ins (07:35 - 14:52)
3. Five Ways to Grow Your Pet Business with Effective Communication (14:52 - 22:18)
4. Communicating Your Team Culture and Avoiding Miscommunication (22:18 - 30:00)
5. Celebrating Success and Balancing Autonomy in Communication Tips for...
2023-05-2338 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#91 Joe Latona: Recruiting Can Be a Pet Business PuzzleWalkerScout is a recruiting platform developed specifically for the pet care industry, designed to simplify the whole recruitment process. They offer job postings, virtual interviews, verification of work history, summaries and highlights of interviews to assist the pet business owner in their hiring process. This podcast takes a look at the importance of efficient hiring practices, as well as the pros and cons of hiring employees or contractors, recommended industry best practices for recruiting, and tips on how businesses can attract the best applicants including using job boards and referral networks. This podcast stresses the importance of having a...
2023-05-191h 13PetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#90: Do You Know Your Ideal Demographics?This podcast explains how you can utilize a Client Demographic survey to provide tailored services to customers and market more efficiently to the pet services industry. It encourages surveying customers’ demographics and psychographics, as well as strategically asking questions that will help you know what they value and why they value your pet business.
1. Unlock the Potential of a Demographic Survey for your pet business (00:00 - 07:23)
2. Why People Love Our Services: Analyzing Our Clients' Responses (07:23 - 14:16)
3. Gathering Client Demographic Data to Enhance Your Marketing Strategies (14:18 - 21:20)
4. Connecting Pets an...
2023-05-1623 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#89 Anne-Marie Kaden: It's All About The NumbersAnne-Marie Kaden comes to bookkeeping with a unique perspective on the pet industry - she has owned an operated a successful team of pet sitters in North Carolina which she sold in 2022 and now has started two pet businesses in Colorado - Tiny Paws Pet Sitting and Tiny Paws Bookkeeping. In this interview, she identifies the key factors of success in the pet business, such as understanding financial statements, delegating tasks, reserving retained earnings, and working with a professional bookkeeper. We also have a chat about the benefits of the book Profit First for an entrepreneur to gain clarity...
2023-05-1252 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#88 "Janie's Notes" From America's Labor Crisis PresentationI had the privilege of attending the Livestream of America's Labor Crisis in Nashville, TN on May 4th, 2023. It investigated the labor crisis in the United States through the lens of the business owner. The speakers shared on how to address these issues, as well as tips on how employers can take better care of their employees.
1. The War on Work: Exploring America's Labor Crisis (00:00 - 07:21)
2. The Two Percenters: Finding The Hard and Challenging Boredom Through Life-Hacks (07:21 - 14:59)
3. Developing Grit and Guts: A Guide for Leading Your Pet Business (15:00 - 22:28)
2023-05-1023 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#87 Do this for your family and friendsThis podcast provides an overview of resources available to pet business owners to help them succeed. It goes over important considerations such as exit planning and making sure family members and clients are taken into account in the case of injury, illness, or death. Lastly, it provides tips on how to make sure loved ones are informed and prepared in the event of an unexpected situation.
1. Creating an Exit Plan for Your Pet Business (00:00 - 07:02)
2. Preparing Your Pet Business and Family for the Unexpected (07:04 - 11:35)Hey there 👋 I’m Jan...
2023-04-2111 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#86 Canine Sound Therapy from The Pet Calming Maestro - Lisa SpectorLisa Spector is a Juilliard-trained classical pianist. Since graduating from Juilliard, she's taught piano at the university level, owned a music school in her community, toured internationally, won 1st prizes in national piano competitions, advanced to finals in international competitions, performed in arenas of 18,000 in China, and recorded music for pet anxiety that gained national and international press with a calming presence in over 1500 shelters. She is passionate about canine sound therapy and has used the tools and research to help her own dogs along with thousands of other dogs that suffer from noise anxieties and phobias.
2023-04-1452 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#85 Murphy Repellant: Prepare for a Personal EmergencyWhat happens if you break your leg like I did...or worse?
Do you have a plan for your pet business?
This episode speaks to both solos and teams with practical tips to repel your own Murphy.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!
2023-04-0419 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#83 Bomb-Proof Your Pet BusinessWe had an AMAZING Masterclass last night about some unique challenges we have in our industry and 4 key ways you can reduce your risk in those areas and design a strong pet biz.
You can still register for the Masterclass replay this week at www.PetBizGURU.com/bomb
Listen in on how you can benefit from:
* Right Target
* Right Pricing
* Right Priorities
* Right SystemsHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Po...
2023-03-2827 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#82 Financial Levers to Pull at Each Stage of the Freedom FormulaNo matter what stage you are at you need to know your numbers!
What levers can you pull as a solopreneur? What do you need to focus on if you have a team?
Hear some key tips and strategies for pricing your services for profitability!
You can hear more about the Freedom Formula educational system in the PetBizMBA HERE
The Free Masterclass is on Monday, March 27th at 7pm CST. You can register for that HERE
2023-03-2433 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#81 I almost talked myself out of this...Just a little reflection on 80 episodes...300 hours of video trainings...and over 100 private consults
I LOVE creating value for you and sharing community!
You can follow me at the links below and here are a few others I had mentioned in this episode:
* LIVE Masterclass on March 27th at 7pm CST Bomb Proof Your Pet Business
* PetBizMBA Waitlist can be found at https://petbizguru.com/membership
Would love to hear from you at heythere@petbizguru.com !
2023-03-2112 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#80 Kim Tank - "The Legend" and HR Expert for Pet BusinessesOK I call her "the Legend" for many reasons - but when someone has been and entrepreneur in your industry for over 30 years you KNOW they have value to bring, right?
Kim Tank HAS been in the industry for over 30 years in California with Apronstrings Pet Sitting. She has ALSO spent a large amount of time educating herself on human resources processes, rules, and regulations and now backs it up with a specialty certification in HR. She brings that expertise to YOU with Staffingstrings - a consulting business for other pet sitting companies that...
2023-02-2859 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#79 Dom Hodgson The Pet Biz Wiz and the Magic FeatherThat probably wouldn't make the best name for a fable...definitely not a Disney movie name, right?
I am in the middle of a series of podcast interviews with some of the consultants, coaches, and business strategists in the pet industry.
I was super-honored to have the #1 Pet Business Coach in THE WORLD on with me. Maybe I can one-up him by saying the UNIVERSE.
Seriously, I was honored to have this opportunity. We had a great conversation about our industry, our opportunities, and...
2023-02-2151 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#78 Candace D'Agnolo with Pet Boss Nation and All About Baby PreppingHappy Birthday baby Carmine!
This is a really special podcast release...it was of course pre-recorded but my special guest is having her first little nugget today...how perfect, Valentine's Day!
Candace D'Agnolo is a powerhouse in the pet industry! Her story of overcoming challenges to totally BE the phoenix rising is so inspirational! What doesn't kill us makes us stronger, right?
In this podcast, which is part of the Strategist, Consultant, and Coach series, I dig into her story and how her Pet B...
2023-02-1453 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#77 Real cost of Employees vs ICsSolving the debates on Facebook singlehandedly! (said with a complete eye roll and smirk)
Have you been confused by the completely opposite things you read on social media about using ICs vs Employees?
**ICs are easier...**
**Employees cost too much**
**ICs are cheaper**
**Employees are better**
How have you sorted through all of the armchair experts?
If you haven't yet listened to my previous podcasts on the LEGALITIES of using Independent Contractor in...
2023-02-1012 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#76 Doug Keeling - Doug the Dog Guy and Going Multi-CityHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2023-02-0754 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#75 The 5 Things You Should Consider in Your Pet Biz EducationWe have conferences coming at the end of this month!
TX Pet Sitters Association conference is the last weekend of the month and NAPPS is the first weekend of March. A whole lotta learnin' going on!
You have so many opportunities to learn and people to learn from. There are 5 things you should always consider when you encounter any new business education:
* Ask yourself "How good am I at that?"
* Lower your sensitivity meter
* Listen to understand to uncover the gol...
2023-02-0312 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#74 Michelle Klein with DogCoLaunch and Using Instagram for Your Hiring FunnelThis interview with Michelle Klein of Venture Dog Walking and DogCoLaunch is the first in our series of podcast interviews with established - and up and coming coaches, consultants, and strategists in the pet industry.
In these interviews, we are highlighting some of the niches that these coaches bring to the table with their expertise and WINS.
Michelle was able to transition her pet biz to a dog walking only company during the pandemic and isn't going to look back! If you are interested in that possible transition in Y...
2023-01-3141 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#73 25 Years of Industry DevelopmentThere aren't too many of us around that have been in for a QUARTER CENTURY!
Picture me rocking in my rocking chair reminiscing...
In this episode, I look back on my 25 years and all the changes I have seen in our industry INCLUDING the absolutely amazing development of thought leaders and education providers.
I am leading into my highlight reel for February ALL about the opportunities you have in our industry and interviews with some of the coaches, consultants, and strategists!
2023-01-2712 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#72 Diving In With My HR Manager Jenni SlabyYep! Pulling back the curtain with an interview with my own HR Manager, Jenni Slaby.
We touch on SO MUCH in this interview:
* the characteristics that make a good manager (or HR manager)
* the evolution of our own HR funnel
* how nurturing employees can create a stronger team
* the importance of building an intentional culture in your companyHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Acc...
2023-01-2453 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#71 Employee TurnoverGetting all math-ey on you in this episode?
Do you know what employee turnover is? Do you know how to calculate your turnover rate?
And why the hell should it matter?Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entreprene...
2023-01-2015 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#70 Recruiting & Hiring with Jordan BlantonThe perfect interview for our January hiring podcast series!
Jordan Blanton is the owner of Peak City Puppy in Raleigh, NC. She has grown her staff from 27 employees in February of 2022 to 84 employees now! Just 11 months later!
There are a ton of things you can learn from her in this interview:
* her 10 year history as a corporate recruiter and how she brings those skills into the pet industry
* the important mindset shift needed to scale a high-level pet business
* how she...
2023-01-1758 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#69: More on Your Employee Handbook and Disciplinary ProceduresSometimes I give you an idea of the podcast and sometimes I don't. This one I will say just listen...especially if you have employees!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discourage...
2023-01-1313 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#68: A Few Things I Have Learned About EmployeesHappy Tuesday! 24 years of having a team have taught me a few things about managing challenges. People are people and they are likely not like you. In this episode, I break down a few lessons I have learned about employees and discipline.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entre...
2023-01-1023 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#67: Quiet Quitting & Quiet Firing?Hopping on my soapbox about the labor market and our industry!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things t...
2023-01-0612 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#66: 7 Questions to Ask Yourself About 2022Grab a notebook...get in a comfy chair...turn off interruptions...and get ready to think about your 2022!
I mention the Wheel of Life Workbook to help you focus on where you need to go in 2023. You can access that HEREHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!
2023-01-0319 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#65: Top 3 HITS of 2022!I am so blessed that you have chosen to follow the PetBizHIVE! This puts a pretty bow on 2022 with the top 3 most downloaded of my podcasts for 2022.
#1 was Episode #35: Senior Adult Support Services
#2 was Episode #38: Business Plan or Nugget Plan
and #3 was Episode #29: Key ManagementHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to F...
2022-12-1610 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#64 Staff Reviews and Difficult ConversationsHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2022-12-1316 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#63 Benefits and Profit Sharing For Your TeamHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2022-12-0927 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#62 Compensation Plans That WorkHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2022-12-0619 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#61 We Had the Same ThanksgivingHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2022-12-0213 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#60 Progress Not PerfectionHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There are so many things to learn.PetBiz University is the one place wh...
2022-11-2906 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#59 Time Blocking & ProductivityLearn the top 5 things that I do to maintain productivity in my own businesses.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy to get discouraged when you’re starting out or in the messy middle. There ar...
2022-11-2520 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#58 The Sexy Side of the Mid-Term ElectionsMMMM....such an exciting topic but there are several outcomes of the elections that you should hold up to your policies to make sure you are staying in the lines!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’s so easy...
2022-11-2221 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#57 Working With Your Little Ankle BitersDid I say that? I mean having your darling children join you in your business ;0)
Here are the ins and outs of how you can structure that along with some great potential tax savings!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% b...
2022-11-1815 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#56 We Don't Talk About GoogleOK so that is a failed attempt on re-writing the title of a great Disney song.
Do you focus on your Google profile and your reviews?
Should you?
Hell yes!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Frien...
2022-11-1511 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#55 Marketing 2023This is an overview of the 4th Session of our Strategy Week that ran from October 30th - November 2nd.
You didn't TOTALLY miss it!
Access the replay link at https://bit.ly/2023strategy
Over 5 hours of video training along with a 60 page workbook to make 2023 your Best Year Ever!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how...
2022-11-1111 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#54 Pricing & ProfitabilityThis is an overview of the 4th Session of our Strategy Week that ran from October 30th - November 2nd.
You didn't TOTALLY miss it!
Access the replay link at https://bit.ly/2023strategy
Over 5 hours of video training along with a 60 page workbook to make 2023 your Best Year Ever!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how...
2022-11-0807 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#53 Growth & TeamThis is an overview of the 4th Session of our Strategy Week that ran from October 30th - November 2nd.
You didn't TOTALLY miss it!
Access the replay link at https://bit.ly/2023strategy
Over 5 hours of video training along with a 60 page workbook to make 2023 your Best Year Ever!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how...
2022-11-0414 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#52 Mindset & GoalsThis is an overview of the 4th Session of our Strategy Week that ran from October 30th - November 2nd.
You didn't TOTALLY miss it!
Access the replay link at https://bit.ly/2023strategy
Over 5 hours of video training along with a 60 page workbook to make 2023 your Best Year Ever!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how...
2022-11-0309 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#51 Coach or Consultant or Strategist?I'm the one that helps you with high-level education and strategy to get your pet business to the next level!
There IS a difference...choose wisely!
The PetBizMBA Membership is open RIGHT NOW! Only until 9pm CST this Sunday so get registered now!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM...
2022-10-2513 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#50 What is your strategy for 2023?Oh yes, I know you were waiting on this one! Holy wow it is #50!!!
Do you have time set aside to do some strategic 2023 planning?
I break down the 4 key areas to focus on in your 2023 Strategic planning and introduce the PetBizHIVE 2023 Strategic Week where you can take action and develop a plan with a workbook in those 4 key areas.
You can sign up here for the 2023 PetBizHIVE Strategy Week which will run from October 30th to November 2nd!
Ge...
2022-10-1810 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#49 Proactive Exit PlanningDo you know what Exit Planning is? Do you have a plan?
If not, I challenge you to listen to this podcast and start thinking about your exit plan and how you can improve your business through proactive exit planning.
Don't forget to check out the PetBizMBA Membership, which will open to you soon! This is where I teach every month on a subject that will help you grow, scale, and systematize your pet business.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBi...
2022-10-1425 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#48 Top Three Books for YOUR PhaseYes, they are! What is your favorite book that has transformed the way you do...or view things?
I have broken down my top three books for each business level for STARTERS, GROWERS, EXPANDERS, and INNOVATORS.
Put your learnin' hat on! Time to work ON your pet business!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet busine...
2022-10-1123 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#47 Streamline Your Hiring Funnel With JazzHRAfter talking with many at conference about the hundreds of $$$ they are spending running hiring ads for their pet business and still having challenges finding the right people I though I would share one of the popular tech tools I have used in my pet business for over 5 years. JazzHR is a streamlined way to source and run a candidate through your hiring funnel without having the right person drop out of the funnel.
If you are interested in JazzHR for yourself you can get connected through my affiliate link HERE
2022-10-0726 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#46 Introverts Unite!Raise your hand if you are an introvert!
Why does the pet industry attract its fair share?
Ever heard of "front of house" and "back of house"? Listen in to hear how that all applies to pet care.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to he...
2022-10-0411 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#45 Hey all you LLC peeps!Got an LLC?
Know what an Operating Agreement is?
Do you have one?
Do you NEED one?Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality – but, let me tell you, it’...
2022-09-2710 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#44 Naming Your Pet Business - Foundations Course Sneak PeakI will be releasing my PetBizMBA Foundations course in the 4th quarter and I am giving you a special sneak peak into one of the lessons all about naming your pet business!
This course will be the bee's knees for anyone considering starting their pet business, anyone ready to stop trading their minutes for money, and anyone who is tired of someone taking a percent of your hard-earned money off the apps!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, includi...
2022-09-2020 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#43 What if an Employee Steals Clients?Nightmare thought, right?
What if it happened to you?
In this podcast I talk about my TWO experiences in business and the 3 lessons I have learned from those experiences.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% b...
2022-09-1639 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#42 IC vs Employee Part 2I just can't come up with a catchy title for this one...the subject is all business-ey
"20 ways to lose your business"
"What are the ABCs of working at McDonalds?"
"How can you ensure the men in suits will show up at your door?"
Not a sexy topic but one that EVERYONE that wants to scale and grow their business should listen to!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, includi...
2022-09-1311 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#41 Management Series - Onboarding and LeadingI can't believe I am already at week 4 of the Management Series! Y'all have given me great feedback and I poured a lot into this episode!
It is something we should all improve on and I was able to reorient myself while creating this episode!
If you haven't listened to the first 4 episodes of this series backtrack and hit those first!
Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business...
2022-09-0929 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#40 IC vs Employee Part 1The age-old battle, right?
I have this Tip Tuesday split into two episodes because it is SO BIG!
Does the pet sitting and dog walking industry have space for companies using the independent contractor business model?
Listen this week and next to get the deets!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the p...
2022-09-0621 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#39 Management Series - Sourcing and HiringWelcome to week 3 of the Management Series! All about finding that perfect person for your company.
I have made ALL the mistakes and can bring you what is PROVEN to work in your pet business.
Here are the links I talked about in this podcast:
JazzHR for your hiring funnel
Promo for your punchy video creation
LinkedIN YouTube explaining a recruiting video
And if you haven't picked up the Hiring: The Interview download with a l...
2022-09-0236 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#38 Tip Tuesday - Business Plan or Nugget Plan?Mmmmm....many of you probably vomited a bit in your mouth when you read "Business Plan".
Ugh...I thought I didn't need to do one of those, right?
Well...probably not unless you are purchasing another business or expanding and needing financing.
BUT...don't discount the Nugget Plan. This is an opportunity to a plan in a nutshell. A bit more than a one-pager but easy to work through on a regular basis to keep your team on the same page.
2022-08-3001 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#37 Management Series - Preparation and Using VAsThis is week 2 of the Management Series and I am unpacking the Preparation needed to bring a new layer of management into your pet business. I also give some tips on using a virtual assistant if that is your best initial direction.
Make sure you join me on Facebook at the @PetBizHIVE where I share all the best training and keep you up to speed on the industry!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelera...
2022-08-2629 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#36 Management Series - Are You Ready?Yes we are starting a NEW series on Management! Welcome to Episode 1 all about determining if you are READY for a manager.
Let's take a step back...maybe not TOTALLY a manager...maybe an office assistant, maybe a dedicated scheduler?
Are you ready to have someone come into your business at an operational level to help you scale?
First you have to make sure that you, your business, and your finances are ready.
Take a listen and don't forget...
2022-08-1933 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#35 Tip Tuesday - Senior Adult Support ServicesToday is a little bonus bug in your ear...
Do you know the importance of pets to older adults?
Do you have a defined program to reach these families?
The worst thing ever would be a family having to take a pet to a shelter because mom or dad could no long completely care for them.
What can you do to help? Listen in to this episode for some ideas...Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budni...
2022-08-1807 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#34 Sales Funnel Series: NurturingAnd now for the most important part!
So far in the 4-part Sales Funnel Series we have:
* defined marketing and the sales funnel
* Determined how to track incoming leads and developing important metrics
* decided what lead magnet to start with and what CRM to use
Now we are going to put the bow on the package and talk about nurturing our list!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz Unive...
2022-08-1217 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#33 Tip Tuesday - Living Your Company ValuesLast week's episode was on defining your company values - why you should have them and how you can dig deep and uncover yours.
This week is a brief tip on how you can roll those out to your staff...clearly and often.
How can you instill your company values in your staff? How can you make them real for them?
Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, includi...
2022-08-0905 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#32 Sales Funnel Series: Increase InquiriesOK...I get it...some of you are already overwhelmed with inquiries...
Why would you want to grow that?
ALWAYS BE MARKETING! Your marketing efforts might not result in closed business for 3-6 months.
Remember that.
Listen in to learn the importance of a lead magnet and a CRM.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationsh...
2022-08-0528 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#31 Tip Tuesday - Defining Company ValuesDefining what your company stands for is one of the PetBizMBA™ Core Modules. This includes your Mission and Vision for your company along with values.
These aren't just dry and crusty things you put in a handbook and stuff in a drawer after going over them on orientation day.
These are integral parts to you communicating what you are ALL ABOUT. They should be what you hire on, fire on, acknowledge on, and promote on.
They give life to your business and define who yo...
2022-08-0213 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#30 Sales Funnel Series: Tracking and MetricsWe are in week 2 of our Sales Funnel Series! Make sure you listen to week one if you haven't.
Do you track all of your incoming leads and prospects? Do you have a system? Do you have defined metrics?
All of these are important for your marketing and sales process foundation.
Take a listen to check your systems!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelera...
2022-07-2924 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#29 Tip Tuesday - Key ManagementThere are SO many ways to manage your client keys!
I'm not going to say that my way is the best way AT ALL. I have been through multiple systems and know what works for me and provides a consistent, efficient business.
What about you? How do you manage your client keys?
In this episode I talk a bit about the evolution of my key program, the systems I used along the way, and where we stand today...along with a little bonus for...
2022-07-2613 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#28 Sales Funnel Series: What Is It?I get SO many questions about how a pet business can develop an effective sales funnel!
There are several key steps but first you have to understand what a funnel is an how it applies to your pet business.
Listen in on the first of my Sales Funnel series defining what it is and how you can build out one for your biz.
If you want to watch the vid to catch the graphics get connected to the HIVE at @PetBizHIVE
2022-07-2224 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#27 Tip Tuesday - Team Pet CareDo you have staff? How do you schedule?
Do you believe that each client should have their own personal pet caregiver?
Or do you maximize your company's efficiency with team pet care?
Learn to grow!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are her...
2022-07-1908 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#26 The Hiring Series - The Onboarding PhaseThe final week of our four-part Hiring Series!
You can prepare, interview, and hire the best...but if you don't set them up for success in your onboarding you will end up with two very dissatisfied people!
Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to he...
2022-07-1526 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#25 Tip Tuesday- Paula Abdul?Hey there friend! You are probably wondering what the heck I am titling this one Paula Abdul, right?
Take a listen to understand my philosophy on choosing growth in your pet business.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% be a reality...
2022-07-1205 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#24 The Hiring Series -The Interview PhaseThis is the third in our hiring series. Now that you have learned how to Prepare for hiring and you have learned how to source candidates and write a great job ad, it is time to interview your potentials!
This episode of our podcast will give you understanding of how to interview and they type of questions to ask.
Next week we will conclude with our episode on selecting your candidate and onboarding them!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podca...
2022-07-0922 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#23 Tip Tuesday - Flat Rate vs Percent CompensationAlways a fun topic to discuss!
Whether you have ICs or employees you need to understand the implications of the way you choose to compensate.
Take a listen to understand why you might want to rethink your processes!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to he...
2022-07-0511 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#22 The Hiring Series - The Sourcing PhaseThis is the second episode of my Hiring series. AND IT IS MY BIRTHDAY!
This week I am talking about the Sourcing Phase of your hiring process.
How to find.
Where to find.
How to create a great ad.
1:20 Locations to post ads
3:50 Sourcing colleges
4:25 Tech schools
5:12 Teachers and PTOs
6:10 Use your clients
6:35 Creating your...
2022-07-0225 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#21 9 Keys to a Recession-Proof Pet Business TrainingThis is an audio replay of my 9 Keys to a Recession-Proof Pet Business webinar on June 30th, 2022. ALL 9 key steps are things you should ALWAYS be mindful of and doing in your pet business.
13:22 Overview
15:18 #1 Service and Product Evaluation
22:30 #2 Operations Evaluation
29:58 #3 Client Base Evaluation
36:35 #4 Marketing Adjustments
46:34 #5 Financials
52:22 #6 Company Culture
54:10 #7 Staff Evaluation
57:31 #8 Customer Experience
101:31 #9 Market Opportunities
The end talks about the PetBizMBA™ Founders Membership. That opportunity has ended but you are ABSOLUTELY invite...
2022-07-011h 20PetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#20 The Hiring Series - The Preparation PhaseThere is no time like RIGHT NOW to be hiring! Many of us are busting at the seams with business and heading into a recession is an important time to grab market share!
This is the first of a 4-part series on hiring. Keep following for next week's talk about Sourcing, writing your job ad, and intake of your applicants!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how...
2022-06-2426 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#19 Tip Tuesday - Who is Attila the Hun?Do you take time to work on yourself?
I didn't use to.
Then I found out about DiSC. AND that I really needed to unpack why I am the way that I am and understand myself better.
That changed everything for me.
Here is a link to the DiSC assessment for you if you would like TAKE ASSESSMENT
And here is that little fun quiz I have for my clients! As I mentioned just...
2022-06-2115 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#18 The Freedom Formula Series - INNOVATORSAre you in the INNOVATOR phase of your pet biz? I have identified 4 key phases that every pet business owner goes through to get from Day 1 to the FREEDOM to make decisions outside the day-to-day operations of your business. The first phase is the STARTER. This might be someone starting from scratch, this might be someone who is ready to leave the app cattle call, and this might be someone who has been in business for a while that just needs a bit of a "business tune-up".
The second phase is the GROWER. They...
2022-06-1711 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#17 Tip Tuesday - Tax FREE mileage reimbursementAfter several conversations answering similar questions I just hopped right on to chat about creating a WIN-WIN for you and your employees by offering a tax-free mileage reimbursement.
Take a listen to find out:
1:43 Employees can't deduct their own mileage with Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
3:25 What if your employees go to the state DOL?
5:50 IRS mileage rate changes and what it means for you
9:00 How you give mileage reimbursement tax-free
California, Illinois, and Massachusetts all require...
2022-06-1422 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#16 The Freedom Formula Series - EXPANDERSAre you in the EXPANDER phase of your pet biz? I have identified 4 key phases that every pet business owner goes through to get from Day 1 to the FREEDOM to make decisions outside the day-to-day operations of your business. The first phase is the STARTER. This might be someone starting from scratch, this might be someone who is ready to leave the app cattle call, and this might be someone who has been in business for a while that just needs a bit of a "business tune-up".
The second phase is the GROWER. They...
2022-06-1011 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#15 Tip Tuesday - Don't Buy Into Impostor Syndrome!Ever heard about Impostor Syndrome?
Ugly thing. Can make you doubt your every move.
Why can't I figure this out?
They have it totally together.
And I call myself a professional?
Bury that stuff! We all feel it at one time or another.
Just a little encouragement for your day...Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the P...
2022-06-0704 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#14 The Freedom Formula Series - GROWERSAre you a GROWER in your pet biz? I have identified 4 key phases that every pet business owner goes through to get from Day 1 to the FREEDOM to make decisions outside the day-to-day operations of your business. The first phase is the STARTER. This might be someone starting from scratch, this might be someone who is ready to leave the app cattle call, and this might be someone who has been in business for a while that just needs a bit of a "business tune-up".
This week I define the benchmarks of the GROWER...
2022-06-0314 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#13 Tip Tuesday - Reading and the Joy of Business FablesI LOVE READING! How about you?
One of my favorite genres is the business fable.
Listen here to hear some of my favorites and a bit of a bonus!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are here to help!Friend, your entrepreneurial dreams can 100% b...
2022-05-3108 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#12 The Freedom Formula Series - STARTERSAre you a STARTER in your pet biz? I have identified 4 key phases that every pet business owner goes through to get from Day 1 to the FREEDOM to make decisions outside the day-to-day operations of your business. The first phase is the STARTER. This might be someone starting from scratch, this might be someone who is ready to leave the app cattle call, and this might be someone who has been in business for a while that just needs a bit of a "business tune-up". Take a listen and see if you fit in this category and keep listening...
2022-05-2814 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#11 Tip Tuesday Episode - Growth in CommunityComing at you from NYC on a beautiful day during the final week of my Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. What an AMAZING opportunity to grow me and my business opportunities!
This was just on my heart today. I believe that growth (personal or professional) comes through community. Take advantage of every opportunity to grow yourselves and benefit from the knowledge all around you!Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationsh...
2022-05-2407 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#10 Are You Ready to be a Pet Business Owner?This is a HUGE question! There is so much to think about when starting your own business but THIS IS THE TIME AND THE PLACE! There has never been such a prime time to get out there. There are MORE pets and LESS businesses and a large percentage of the pet parent community have discerning preferences and are looking for in-home right now.
Check out this podcast for some of the risks of app services (in case you are thinking about it or frustrated by them) and the benefits of BOSSING it and starting...
2022-05-2011 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#9 Tip Tuesday Episode - What is your marketing plan RIGHT NOW?Don't ever stop marketing! Make sure you ALWAYS keep your pipeline full, even when you feel like your biz is going to burst with inquiries! This grants you the freedom to choose WHAT kind of pet parents you want to serve WHEN you want to serve them.
Learn about external and internal market failures
Hear a few ideas to keep it moving!
Download my 100 Marketing Ideas pdf to dig deeperHey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz...
2022-05-1716 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#8 Is your life like a flat tire?WE ARE RESILIANT!
We have made it through A LOT in the last couple years.
We are still here!
Time for a little self-care. Take a breath and download the pdf workbook with this week's video. Figure out where you are and make plans to get where you want to be.Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter...
2022-05-1306 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#7 Tip Tuesday Episode - Top 9 Things to do for a Pet EventTips Tuesday talking about the top 9 things to think of when you are planning to attend a pet event. This would be just your presence or a booth!
1:35 early planning
2:35 network with the organizer
3:35 having and inviting booth
5:22 plan your giveaways
10:17 attention-grabbing shirts
11:03 a dog if you can have one!
11:48 "right" staff and effective schedule
14:00 a plan for lead...
2022-05-1020 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#6 Hobbyist vs Professional?Pull off the gloves friends! There is NO conflict here.
0:50 What is a hobbyist?
1:45 What is a professional? Definitions are important friends!
3:06 Addressing hobbyists specifically and Janie's START story
6:16 Addressing professionals on supporting each other
Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down t...
2022-05-0606 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#5 Raise your hand if you ever procrastinate!I would assume all hands are raised! What is it, why do we do it, and how can we strategically plan for it?
0:43 How do we procrastinate?
2:30 Why do we procrastinate?
6:03 How can we overcome procrastination?
Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to F...
2022-04-3012 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#4 What is a Socialpreneur?Have you ever heard of a Socialpreneur? Are you one?
0:40 How important the PURPOSE of your business is
1:00 Social purpose of your business
2:15 Options for being a socialpreneur in your business
3:20 How to find opportunities to serve in your community
Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationsh...
2022-04-2604 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#3 Encouraging Staff Compliance with Company PoliciesThose of us that are staffed know how frustrating it is to spend time making policies for an efficient company and then having staff forget the important stuff! We have to remember to tell them the WHY to the WHAT.
0:44 Why to have WRITTEN policies
1:52 *Actually 45 mile diameter service area*
2:07 How do you monitor staff compliance?
2:27 Bringing importance to policies to staff
3:10 Behind the scenes of 4LK compliance processHey...
2021-11-1211 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#2 Should I Trademark my Business Name?It is called Intellectual Property for a reason friends! If you have a unique business name or slogan and want to protect it or possibly expand, you want to watch this!
0:32 Things you should consider when choosing a business name
6:25 What you need to do to make sure your name is OK to use locally and in your state
7:03 What to do if you want to protect your name on a national level
7:50 How does a trademark work?
2021-11-0526 minPetBiz Podcast for Pet Business Owners#1 The Importance of Pet Biz Insurance1:08 Insurance/no insurance on app services
1:50 Importance of the correct type of insurance
2:40 Care, Custody and Control clause...what is it? And do I have to be "at fault"?
4:24 What happens when you submit a claim?Hey there 👋 I’m Janie Budnick - Host of the PetBiz Podcast and founder of the PetBiz University™, including the PetBizMBA® Business Accelerator and the PetBizCRM™ Relationship Manager solution. No matter how far you are down the pet business path from START to FREEDOM I we are h...
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