Bella In Your Business: Pet Industry Business Podcast

Have you found yourself in a rut lately? Like a place where you just feel stuck. There are many reasons why business owners find themselves stuck in a rut, but not many know what to do next. The good news is you are not alone, we have all been there before. In this week's episode, […]

Have you had time lately to be intentional about your self-development? As a leader, because that is what you are, you need to continue to grow and develop. And when we are not intentional about it, influences come in and alter our ways of thinking. Today I want you to think about the things that […]

How does it feel when you cannot trust someone? But I think the better question we should ask is, what if you do not trust yourself? You might be thinking, how am I not trusting myself? Plain and simple, it is when your yes doesn't mean yes or your no doesn't mean no. We have […]

We have all been there, toxic relationships. The kind that leaves us feeling defeated and knocked down when it is all done and said. The toxic cycles that repeat over and over again, ultimately making us lose trust. Whether you have been affected by someone toxic or been the toxic person yourself, this is something […]

What if there was a way to prioritize self-care during the holidays but not jeopardize business? Would you be willing to make small (but important) changes that would allow you to ensure self-care is a priority but kept business booming? Many business owners today sacrifice their own self-care for the name of their business. Saying […]

If 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 […]

What would it mean for your business if you could wake up tomorrow morning not having to worry about what you are going to post on social media? Or maybe never having to worry about if you forgot a national holiday and get to post your own content rather than sharing others. What would it […]

There is a plethora of dog-walking businesses displayed in the digital world. But why does your social media stand out from the rest? You don't want to be just every other dog walking page, but rather stand out by showcasing unique and different content. Your social media page is most likely the first thing potential […]

I 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 […]

So you say you want to attract more clients? What if I told you that you do not need to wait around for them to come to you? That you can actively be out there attracting the right clients for your business. Or train someone on your staff to proactively attract more clients. Social media. […]

In this industry, we all have them. This hysterical, how the heck did this happen to me, funny pet stories. But these stories can be used for much more than a funny, casual conversation. You can be leveraging these funny pet stories. Yes. Leverage these stories for your social media posts and content. Take those […]

You might be looking to increase your business, or take on more clients. Maybe trying to grow your business and increase your revenue. Whatever it is you are looking to do, you need to stand out from the competition. What are you doing differently that will stand out from your competition? What if I told […]

It may be September, but the best thing you can do to save yourself time (and sanity) is to plan ahead for the holidays. Plan what business will look like, and how much or how little you are wanting to take on. Then prioritize everything. Right now you may be so swamped that the thought […]

Sometimes we think we know all the right things to do to have a successful business. But the truth is, we are not always at our best. Certain things we think or do are causing us to drive our businesses into the ground. This week I want to make you aware of these things. Because […]

20 years of experience in the industry comes with a whole bunch of advice and some ideas of what not to do. If you are looking to build a thriving business you not only need to know the correct steps but the right mindset to get you there. Today, I hope you don't take this […]

Your hope as a business owner is to stand out from the competition and entice clients to choose you to work with, right? But you need to do just that, stand out! When there is a plethora of pet sitting or dog walking businesses to choose from, what sets yours apart from the rest? But […]

What if you knew the right questions to ask that would separate the good, from the great employees? Asking the right hiring questions when searching for employees can weed out ones who may not be the right fit for you or your business. But how do you know what questions to ask? The hiring process […]

Are you struggling right now to attract great employees for your business? Because bringing more people on means more business you can take on, meaning… higher revenue for your business. A win-win all around! But you might be stuck. Stuck trying to attract great employees. Stuck trying to retain your employees. And stuck in a […]

Does the process of finding and hiring new employees leave you feeling defeated? Or maybe you feel like you have done it all when it comes to hiring and it just is not working for you. What if I told you it can be much easier? That you may need to take a different approach […]

If there was something in your business that was really a mistake and costing you time and money, would you want to know? There are sales mistakes business owners make that are hindering them from success every single day. This week I am diving into the 5 most common sales mistakes that I see people […]

Your mindset is going to get you everywhere or keep you exactly where you are at. As we publish this 300th episode, I am talking to you from my heart, as I always do on the milestone episodes. This time is it all about what you are saying in your own head. HOW to scale […]

Jodi came to me wondering how she could get more clients. We took a look into her systems and found out that the way in which she is having people sign up was stopping the sale from happening. She was having to send UN and PW to a new user and while they were waiting […]

Pet sitting software is a crucial aspect of running an efficient business. Many business owners find themselves either without software or paying for one they aren't even using to its fullest potential. And as a business owner, you want to do everything that helps move your business forward by thinking smarter, not working harder. There […]

Let's talk about job share… Job sharing can actually be a GREAT thing… and you already are probably taking on BIGGER liability in your pet sitting and dog walking business. This episode will give insight into a different way of thinking. Now is the time to be creative, think about how we are going to […]

Have you been thinking about increasing your pet sitting prices this year? Or have you recently increased your dog walking prices, and now you're thinking it may not be enough… Charging the wrong amount can be the difference between a thriving business and going out of business. Ouch There is so much to consider before […]

Does the thought of creating an SOP for your pet sitting business leave you feeling overwhelmed? Or have you hired an office manager but had that completely blow up in your face due to the lack of an SOP? Or even worse, take the route of starting to create one, just to end up with […]

If I asked you today, “how do your books look?” or “did you have any big surprises from your taxes?” would either of those questions confuse you? Scare you? Leave you feeling a bit unsure? That might sound invasive, but to evaluate your business, you have to be in the know of these aspects. You […]

Do you have an organizational chart in your pet sitting company? Running a pet sitting or dog walking company means that every day is filled with duties big and small, and an office manager is a huge asset when it comes to helping run your business. They can help you take care of all your […]

Do you feel like you have a high turnover? Have you ever thought about why you have turnover? Do you know? Is it because of seasonal employees? young staff members moving on? or even life situations? Maybe so! But what if I were to blow your mind and have you consider something you might not […]

Take a moment with me if you will and think about your staff. Do you have a rockstar staff member? Someone who is your number one, most reliable member? And what would your business look like if everyone on the team was just like this rockstar? What about your staff workload? Is it spread equally […]

You have put in the hours to get your business booming right now. Perfected your onboarding and training. Put the correct positions in place and posted those job listings. You are ready for future employees to come knocking on your door! But they aren't, and you're confused. Just like any other aspect of your business, […]

They say to not believe everything you read online, but what would it look like if you did? Because there are many out there online spreading bad info and giving out bad advice. They are spewing slander and stating there is no way you can accomplish the big goals of yours. Tearing you down, because.. […]

Are you trying desperately to hire? Do you feel like you can't find anyone? Does no one apply? Follows through? Ghosts you? Or quits right after they start? These problems are running rampant in the industry and it is probably because of one of these three things: Too long of an onboarding process, too much […]

As summer approaches, trends in the pet business world are getting ready for some big changes. Business, if it hasn't already, will start booming, and while that may be so exciting are you ready for it? Does your business have a solid foundation with a good marketing strategy in place? With the rising of inflation, […]

Social media has become an important part of marketing, but many people are missing the biggest part: outreach 98% of people are neglecting this element of their social media strategy and then are surprised when they are not finding success in growing their business. Outreach is key to a successful social media marketing strategy, and […]

If you have been following along our theme of social media, you know just how important of a role it plays in your business. I think it is safe to say that at one point or another you have cyberstalker companies to learn more about them. Well, consumers are doing the same to your business too. […]

Have you ever hired (or have been thinking about hiring) someone to manage your social media? Do you know what you should be looking for? Are you worried you won't get your money's worth out of the job? Today, there are many types of jobs and tasks you can have your assistants accomplish for you. […]

Balancing parent life while running a business is super easy…. said no one ever!! In reality, if you are a parent, you know how HARD it really is and all the struggles you have to go through to make it work. The mom/dad guilt of not spending enough time or attention on your child is apparent […]

  If someone were to ask you today “Have you ever been in a toxic relationship?” what would be the first thing to come to mind? When we think of a toxic relationship, we often think of it as either a romantic relationship or even a friendship. More times than not, you wouldn't think of […]

What do you think pet parents want to see when they go to your website? Do they want to feel like they are being sold? Talked at? Or trying to figure out how they might fit INTO your company? Do you think they might feel overwhelmed, not knowing if you are the right fit for […]

  What if I told you I knew what was preventing people from thousands of dollars in sales for their business, and what you can do about it? This week I had the chance to reconnect with some old friends who I haven't seen in close to a decade! It had felt like I stepped […]

  I've heard from many of you… I don't like answering the phone. I don't like being put on the spot. I don't like selling. I don't like talking about price. All of this is stinkin' thinking that is severely limiting your ability to grow your business. People literally make the decision to call and […]

  Have you ever heard the phrase “do it scared!” when it comes to your business? It applies to doing things that take you outside of your comfort zone to achieve the goals you are setting for yourself. Sometimes we define our goals with the motivation behind them, but we all know, motivation without any […]

  Personal Podcast Today Lately, I have been getting questions about how to deal with Trolls. You know, those people that get upset at you and start trying to rip apart your character or credibility online? Maybe it is a person that you didn't hire, had to fire, or a client that just went sideways […]

  Think about it from their shoes… when you go out looking for a service and the first person you contact responds with “Thanks for your inquiry. We will get back to you within 24 – 48hrs”, do you just sit back and wait? Or do you keep looking for other options because you have […]

  Are you prepared? 2022 may have a lot in store for your pet business. But… do you know how to approach it so it goes in your favor? There is going to be some turbulence along the way but with the right support and by taking the right steps you can make 2022 work […]

  Do you know how to identify if you are an order taker or a problem solver? In this week's podcast, I am going to show you how to break out of some of these bad habits and come out on top of your business as the problem solver you want to be.     […]

  Do you feel like your business life makes you anxious or depressed? Then this Episode is perfect for you. There has been this post going around on Facebook and it gives a message that is rather discouraging and gives a weak mindset… I want you all to know the facts and so in this […]

  Think about a time when you had a problem and you wanted to reach out for advice and then you thought… “Who would I even ask? How do I even find somebody to ask?” The business world can feel so lonely it's hard to know where to go when you are stuck. This is […]

  How often do you get offended? How do you feel when someone turns away when they hear your prices? Or how about when someone is always asking for a discount? Have you ever said or thought “read my website”? Business has been booming and we have learned to become pickier… however as they have […]