Mind Your Own Dog Business

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Biz Podcast; Kristen Lee and Maggie Christina share the BTS work that Dog Biz School has been working on to BETTER and unite the training industry.What they covered:Fake Dog Biz Coaches: Rising number of fake dog business coaches exploiting the industry due to its lucrative nature.Industry Governance Issues: Discussion about the failure of governing bodies and associations in supporting business owners.Historical Context: Overview of the evolution of the dog training industry from the 1980s, highlighting key figures and the shift from old-school compulsion to positive reinforcement training.Infighting in the Industry: The detrimental impact of infighting among different training philosophies on industry progress.Revolutionary Change:Dog Biz Summit: Announcement of a new event, Dog Biz Summit, aiming to bring together industry professionals to foster collaboration and set new standards.Open Door Meetings: Plans for open discussions on the future of the industry, involving all attendees.Focus on Quality: Emphasis on quality speakers with proven track records rather than popular figures.Financial and Operational Support: Offering financial guidance and operational support to help professionals attend the summit.Dog Biz Summit Event Details:Date and Location: Austin, Texas, August 7-9.Agenda: Flexible and collaboratively built with attendees' input, covering finances, aggression safety, program design, pricing, and marketing.Registration Link:https://yourdogbiz.mykajabi.com/dogbizsummitEpisode Links:Dog Biz SummitWork with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School 

*The following episode contains discussions on topics such as alcohol abuse and trauma that may be triggering some listeners. Please exercise caution and consider your personal experiences and sensitivities before listening. We approach these subjects respectfully and aim to provide insight and support, but we acknowledge that everyone's journey is unique*On this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee and Maggie Christina have a very open and vulnerable discussion of what has been happening behind the scenes at Dog Biz School on a personal level.Kristen and Maggie share their breaking points, their low points in complete burnout, and how their unhealthy relationship with alcohol started to spiral out of control, and they almost left the industry due to their bullshit. Kristen and Maggie explore their very early journeys towards sobriety, the impact of alcohol and substance abuse on personal and professional life, and the importance of self-care and mental health, especially in the dog training industry. It's a real, raw, and honest conversation that we invite all dog trainers to listen to. 

Great dog-owning clients aren't found. They are created. In this badass episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Biz, Kristen and Ashley discuss dog trainers' issues with getting their dog owners "compliant" in their training programs. Because one struggle that's across the board with any dog trainer? Getting owners to "do the work". Kristen and Ashley cover the steps to creating, yes, creating, awesome fucking dog training clients that want to do the work and actually do it.They outline the simple steps you can start taking today to get better with clients in their dog training programs AND foster better relationships with dog owners. Join our free class on 3/21 @ 11 am - click here to save your spot.Episode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Don't postpone your peace because chaos is familiar. In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee talks to the dog trainers of the industry who find themselves employed by toxic AF employers, whether that is employees of training facilities that do group classes, board and trains, day trains, or even dog training businesses without a facility. Kristen explains the toxic dynamics that send truly great, experienced dog trainers out of employee roles into business ownership roles. This trend is attributed to various factors, including a focus on profit over quality, micromanagement, trauma bonding among staff, and unhealthy dynamics between leadership and staff. Kristen Lee also outlines red flags signaling a toxic work environment. She encourages dog trainers to recognize these signs and consider leaving toxic environments an opportunity for personal and professional growth.Join our free class on 3/21 @ 11 am - click here to save your spot.Episode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

"You will be paid in direct proportion to the value you deliver..."This episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, a podcast for dog trainers and dog business owners, delves into the crucial aspect of delivering value in dog training businesses. This episode is a must-listen for dog trainers and dog business owners aiming to optimize their profitability while enhancing their services.Kristen and Ashley stress the importance of redirecting efforts toward providing high-quality training programs rather than solely focusing on money. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize how the key to long-term success lies in the quality of service offered. By prioritizing value delivery, trainers foster better relationships with clients and build community, ultimately leading to increased revenue.The significance of prioritizing quality over quantity in dog training services.Strategies for enhancing the value of training programs to attract and retain clients for a lifetime without burning the fuck out. Leveraging customer feedback to improve and adapt services to meet evolving client needs continually.The correlation between value delivery and financial success in the dog training industry.It's raw, and it's real. And it's what you need to know as a dog trainer and dog business owner.Message Ashley: ashley@dogbizschool.comEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee covers the toxic AF Hustle Crisis Cycle that many dog trainers and dog businesses unexpectedly find themselves cycling in and out of, leaving them in financial crisis mode and completely burned out.She covers what exactly the cycle and toxic dynamics are in your dog training business and how throwing more money and effort into marketing your dog training business can throw you further into the cycle. She also covers how to break out of it and the areas of your dog training business to focus on to get out of the cycle. It's raw, and it's real. And it's what you need to know as a dog trainer and dog business owner.Episode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, the Grassroots Dog Biz School team sits down and talks about finances for dog trainers and dog business owners. Now, in true Dog Biz School style, this isn't just the basic bitch advice of "knowing your numbers" or what accounting software to use. Kristen, Maggie, and Ashely deep dive into the mindset of money with dog trainers, how to financially plan for the lifestyle and business you want as a dog business owner, WHY charging a higher priced dog training program is in demand for dog owners (and how dog owners are spending their money is none of your business) along with breaking out of the planning to be broke cycle and using your money as a reinvestment back to your future dog owner clients. Along with the emotional choke-hold, most dog biz owners get into when it comes to their financial situations and decision making.  It's raw, and it's real. And it's what you need to know as a dog trainer and dog business owner. Join our Finances Fucking Matter Live Class Thursday, 6/1, at 2 pm EST. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4QeAVh_hTaqT3CyAaAslxAIf you'd like your numbers run for the session, email the office at clientsuccess@dogbizschool.comEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz SchoolThe information on this podcast and the resources available through this podcast are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, financial advice. I am not an attorney, accountant, or financial advisor, nor are we holding ourselves out to be, and the information contained on this podcast is not a substitute for financial advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee & Ashley Emig sit down and have the must-have conversation about dog training models. You know, the traditional dog training program styles of board and trains, private sessions, group classes.They dive deep into how they keep dog trainers stuck, bored, burnout, and consistently need a rotating door of new dog training clients to make it work. They also cover dog training fusion programs, what they are, and how they're MORE effective for the learning experience for the dog owner and the dog.REGISTER for our live, Get Your Shit Together Webinar on Wednesday, May 24th at 5 pm EST.https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LdoVz4rcSDSNpvoRr0SZ5AEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteAshely Emig Instagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee & Emily Nolan sit down and have a brutally honest conversation about getting your shit together when it comes to hiring in your dog training business because getting your shit together when it comes to bringing in employees isn't as easy as posting a job, hiring, and throwing someone into an onboarding process.  It's nuanced as fuck and can wreak HAVOC on any dog business when you don't have the systems in place for hiring in your dog training business and managing employees as a dog trainer. We cover:Hiring Managing and leading employeesFiringHow being an employer can be triggering AF in your personal development REGISTER for our live, Get Your Shit Together Webinar on Wednesday, May 24th at 5 pm EST.https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LdoVz4rcSDSNpvoRr0SZ5AEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee covers getting your shit together when it comes to money and finances as a dog trainer and dog business owner. Everyone wants to make 6 or 7 figures, but what does making all that money actually mean? Because if you're shit with making 5k a month, imagine the fuckery with having a massive influx of cash Making more money as a dog trainer won't solve all your problems, especially if you've had/have money-related issues. It might make shit worse if you don't have the systems, processes, and boundaries to protect that cash. She breaks down the simple steps of getting cozy with your numbers as a dog business owner, understanding your dog training business numbers, and planning NOT to be broke. REGISTER for our live, Get Your Shit Together Webinar on Wednesday, May 24th at 5 pm EST.https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LdoVz4rcSDSNpvoRr0SZ5AEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteAshely Emig Instagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of The Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee and Ashely Emig, a Dog Biz School student coach, talk about getting your shit together when it comes to sustainability as a dog trainer and business owner. Because, at the end of the day, we, as the dog training industry and dog training business owners, need to focus on sustainability when it comes to running a dog training business without wanting to burn everything down in a few years. We also cover money mindset as dog business owners and how to start getting in a better mental and business space when it comes to money. So sit back, take some notes, and get your shit together when it comes to running a sustainable and profitable dog training business, dog business. REGISTER for our live, Get Your Shit Together Webinar on Wednesday, May 24th at 5 pm EST.https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LdoVz4rcSDSNpvoRr0SZ5AEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteAshely Emig Instagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Guess who is back, back again. Mind Your Own Dog Biz is back again.Hello to all of our amazing, patient listeners. The team is back in the air with some fresh, hot, steaming piles of the best dog business information out there. But first. Tea. We mean updates on what's new, what's been going on behind the scenes, and what's to come. The Get Your Shit Together Webinar --- a live session with the Dog Biz School Team, Tuesday, May 24th @ 5 pm EST.  REGISTER USING THIS LINK.https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LdoVz4rcSDSNpvoRr0SZ5AEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Attracted to creating a subscription-based dog training membership model for your dog training business? Then, we need to talk. Like, now. In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee and Maggie Christina discuss in-depth the most popular dog training concept that's making its rounds to dog training business owners: Membership based dog training and subscription-based dog training model. And what's not to love about these newfound, low-input, max passive-income dog training programs for established dog trainers and dog business owners? Honestly... not much once you break down the numbers, the effort, and the investment (time and money) required to break even. Kristen and Maggie break down the truth about starting a membership-based dog training model from soup to nuts, to the "secrets" that the gurus selling you this idea are not talking about, to running the ACTUAL numbers. The dog biz school calculator gets busted out to show you exactly what it looks like having a profitable program model vs. a subscription-based dog training program. As always, we keep it raw, real with numbers, and transparent as fuck, so you don't waste your time trying to work on ideas that don't work as a dog training business.  

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen and Maggie have a conversation about the business of board and trains and how more force-free dog trainers should be offering board and trains to their services to leverage and grow their business. Let's get this clear and not twist the episode's title; it's NOT a conversation on methodology or training camps, but an honest conversation on why many force-free, R+ trainers shy away from a board and train option when they can be using and leveraging them for growth, reinvestment back into the community and continuing education... ALONG with the judgment they might face when offering a board and train and subsequently making more money. During this conversation, Kristen and Maggie discuss:How can LIMA, force-free positive dog trainers, optimize a board and train program for future growth.Pricing your force-free board and train.Reinvest your continuing education using the cash flow from your board and train programs.How the standard model of group classes is going the way of the dodo.Why you SHOULDN'T offer a membership-style dog training program, because it'll keep you broke.Dealing with the financial judgment of making more money as an ff positive dog trainer. Starting your first force-free board and train.This conversation is spicy; it's transparent, raw, and for everyone, that has thought about offering a board and train. Episode Links:The Business of Board & Trains Masterclass Sign Up Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School Website 

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen sits down with the badass Ashely Emig of Lil Rascal's Dog Training, based in Asheville, NC & Southeastern PA. Over the last year, Ashley has seen some shit and gone through some heavy shit in her personal life and business life after a series of events. Events that would bring most dog business owners to their knees and make them throw in the towel.Ashely shares her story and journey of this transitional part of her life as she learned to give up control, trust in herself and her mentors, and how she landed on her feet in a new location with her dog training business.It's a story of when life gut punches you, but you come back up swinging harder than ever when the odds are stacked. Episode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Be the most expensive dog trainer in your area.Why you Should be the most Expensive Dog TrainerDog trainers chronically undercharge, yet they overdeliver. Unless you are in it for charity, you have to get real with your money. In general, price and quality are inversely related. You either get a great price or great quality. Not both. And clients know this! In today's episode, Kristen is joined by Emily for an insightful discussion on pricing for dog training, what to charge, and how you can charge more. If you are in need of savvy tips on pricing for dog training and would love to clear all the cobwebs in your head around your opposition to other people spending money on your dog training services, this episode is definitely for you! Tune in as Kristen and Emily talk about:Pricing for dog training sustainably [3:39]How to charge more for dog training and the long-term value it creates with clients [8:00]Understanding and clearly defining what financial stability is to you and gearing it towards a long-term view of retirement [17:30]What you should charge and the ethics behind it [24:53]Holding your ground during negotiation on what to charge [21:52]… and so much more! What's next:Did the episode spark any questions or comments on pricing for dog training? Or do you wish to work with us on growing your Dog Biz or get a direct link to Kristen's calendar: https://www.dogbizschool.com/work-with-usFollow Kristen:   Instagram: @badassdogbizFavorite Quote:Pricing for dog training sustainably is not just about covering your basic needs but more about looking at your business's long-term growth and ensuring that the value of your time is given back to you.

5 Outdated Marketing Practices You Should DitchWhen it comes to marketing, times are changing. Keeping up with these changing marketing trends is especially important for pet business owners or dog trainers. Marketing ain't easy and isn't an instant gratification project. In today's episode, Kristen sheds light on outdated marketing practices you should ditch asap. She dives into marketing strategies that when scraped off will save you time, energy, and money, and provides you with pragmatic practices that will instantly catapult your dog business to the next level.Tune in as Kristen talks about:Free Facebook groups for dog owners hosted by youRe-sharing your content over and over on all social media platformsNot knowing your dog owner's audience and demonstrating that publiclyShaming dog owners… and so much more!What's next:To work with us on growing your Dog Biz or get a direct link to Kristen's calendar: https://www.dogbizschool.com/workwithusFollow us:   Website:https://www.dogbizschool.com Instagram: @badassdogbiz

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee talks about recessions and how to prepare your dog business for a recession. All we've been hearing lately from the news is inflation and recession. It's anxiety-inducing and dreadful, and we're all living it now. Here's the thing: the more knowledge and prep you can do, the better off you'll be as a pet business owner.Because economic recessions are part of life, we'll all face one (or two or three) at some point in our lifetimes. It's NOT about freaking the fuck out as a dog business owner; it's about how to understand it, prep for it, and make adjustments. Kristen covers the key areas to focus on for prep as a dog training business owner, along with a bit of tough love on how the pet industry isn't recession-proof. Episode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee talks about the signs that it's time to fire that toxic dog owner client.  Yep. Even if you've been putting it off. For a moment, dog peeps, it would be an ideal world that every dog-owning client that comes to your dog training and pet business is the motherfucking ideal, perfect, dream client. Oh, the dog trainer business land of perfect clients that do everything you prescribe them in your dog training program, that commits 100% to training their dogs with your guidance, who respect all your boundaries as a dog trainer, don't blow up your email, text, after that bottle of wine on a Sunday evening projecting their bullshit through their dog that rolls down to you. But here we are. What to do? Recognize the signs of a bad dog owner client in your pet dog business, objectively and non-emotionally decide if you want to continue working with them, and then yeet them the fuck out of your dog business if needed. Episode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Dog Biz School is open for enrollment starting March 27th! Apply today.In this fucking badass episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee sits down with Hannah Richey, dog trainer and owner of Western K9 CA, an elite dog training company on the West Coast. Hannah (a Dog Biz School student) shares HOW she closed over 45k in dog training sales in Feb. A month, notoriously "slow" for the dog training industry. What's even better than closing 45k in sales? She reignited her love and passion for dog training again after battling mental health issues and burnout.Kristen and Hannah cover:How she closed 45k + in dog training sales as a one-woman show, without overextending and over committing herself How she grew her business 900%, yes, 900% in a year with Dog Biz School. REAL GROWTH. Her challenges and struggles as a successful woman in the dog training industryAs always, it's real; it's raw. And it's what our industry needs. Hannah Links:Meet HannahWestern K9 Dog TrainingEpisode Links:Work with Dog Biz SchoolDog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Dog Biz School is Open for enrollment starting March 28th!6 + Figures As A New Dog Trainer, Healing Trauma, & Catastrophic Injuries - Ruth's StoryIn this episode, Kristen Lee sits down with Ruth Smith Hayter of AZ-Dogs and Dog Biz School's students. Ruth is a complete badass, and it's an honor to share her story with our listeners of the Mind Your Dog Business podcast.Ruth shares her story of starting, yes, starting a dog training business at the beginning of the pandemic, experiencing rapid growth in her first two years (2021 closing in at 189k!).Kristen and Ruth talk about:What it's like hitting six figures so fast as a baby business ownerHow past trauma bubbles up and peaks its ugly head as you grow as a business ownerHow a career-ending injury for most dog trainers didn't make her skip a beat nor affect her business at all Her Grassroots Dog Biz School experience Ruth Links:AZ Dogs IGShop her merch storeAZ Dog WebsiteEpisode Links:Dog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

Welcome to this bonus episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast. This is a follow-up episode from Charging More For Dog Training - The 2022 Conversation For Dog Trainers. This quick episode is for the dog trainers stuck in dog business decision purgatory about raising their prices. SKristen Lee walks dog trainers and dog business owners through the three signs it's time to raise their prices. You might not be aware of these, but we got you. ** Dog Biz School is open for enrollment - get on the waitlist!** Email Kristen Lee: kristen@dogbizschool.comEpisode Links:Dog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode, Emily Nolan sits down with Kristen Lee. She talks about how hiring the right people in your dog training business and life is an absolute game-changer for dog trainers, along with not just hiring to "fit a need" but hiring to create leaders and developing leadership teams to support you. Emily shares her journey as an employee to the owner that inherited a dog training team and learned to be a leader while rebuilding a world-class team.They also talk about:The learning lessons of hiring the wrong peopleHow having a team is an asset to your business The challenges dog trainers face when they first decide to hireHow to hire out & delegate in your life to CHANGE YOUR FUCKING LIFEReinvesting back into your employees & develop leadership rolesDog Biz School is open for enrollment - get on the waitlist!Episode Links:Dog Biz School WebsiteInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this spicy episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee talks about the case for charging more for dog training services. Yes, spicy, because having a substantial price increase can create a bit of controversy across the dog training industry peeps. Because if it's 2022 and you haven't increased your dog training program prices and services across the board, we need to discuss, like now. Kristen Lee covers:The ETHICS, yes, the ethics behind having higher prices as a dog trainerThe mindset that keeps dog trainers held back from increasing their pricesWhy you must charge more for dog training in 2022The three simple steps of charging more for your dog training programsLinks:A DOG PROFESSIONAL'S COMMITMENT TO DISMANTLING SYSTEMS OF OPPRESSION - CAPITALISM by Klarissa SimpsonDog Biz School WebsiteWork With Dog Biz SchoolInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this powerful and emotional episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with Jayme Vika of Jayme Vika Dog Training. Jayme shares her personal story of overcoming a toxic dog business and personal relationship that bankrupted her emotionally, spiritually, and financially to almost the point of no return. Jayme shares how a personal relationship turned business relationship in dog training, while outside appearances looked like the "perfect power couple" was filled with toxicity, isolation, and loneliness while facing incredible loss in her life. During this conversation, she shares her journey to healing, moving forward in her new season of life, along with building a successful solo dog training business as a woman, despite being told, "she couldn't do it without him." We encourage all of our listeners struggling with relationships to listen and know that healing is possible. And help is there. Resources if you're in an emotionally abusive relationship:https://www.womenslaw.org/about-abuse/forms-abuse/emotional-abusehttp://terricole.com/leave-safely

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee sits down and talks with Heather Law, from Heather Law Dog Training in South Central, PA. Heather shares her story of how she went from career education and part-time side hustler as a pet sitter to a full-time, profitable dog trainer. She made the challenging transition twice: one from a petsitter to a dog trainer and then FT teacher to FT Dog Trainer.Heather shares her challenges in two difficult transitions and how she overcame them to be where she is today as a successful dog trainer.If you're a dog walker, a pet sitter, or someone in the pet industry looking into transitioning into a dog trainer role and building a successful dog training business, this episode is for you. Links:Dog Biz School WebsiteWork With Dog Biz SchoolInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Biz Podcast, Kristen Lee gives a full year in review for Dog Biz School in 2021. 2021 was an exciting year for everyone in the pet dog training industry. Seriously. The pet dog industry exploded with massive growth and opportunities for those who survived 2020. 2022 is setting up to be, well, extra interesting for sure based on our forecasts and data here in good ol' dog biz school. More to come on that in January. 2021 was a massive level up for Dog Biz School. Massive. This episode, we discuss:Dog Biz School revenueDog Biz School employeesUpdates in our programsDog Biz School CLIENT successesOur failures & lessons learnedWhat's next for 2022Links:Dog Biz School WebsiteWork With Dog Biz SchoolInstagram - Kristen LeeInstagram - Dog Biz School

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee talks about  October 4th, 2021, the day that Facebook "broke." The day that many dog trainers and dog walkers realized that they didn't have control of some of the platforms and technologies they heavily rely on. It left many dog trainers, dog walkers, and other pet pros wondering what would happen if our main content & lead generation channels one day bit the dust? During this episode, Kristen Lee reminds all pet pros what they DO have control over, and no, it's not the basic bitch advice of "well, don't rely on one thing too much!" because #inserteyeroll. It's the internal systems and processes you create to take digital relationships off-line. Buckle up control freaks!Links For Dog Pros:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In this no-holds-barred episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee sits done with the amazing dog trainer and advocate Klarissa Simpson from Mobile Mayhem Dog Training. Klarissa is here to share with you, the listeners of Mind Your Own Dog Business, about using your dog training content as a platform for disruption, awareness to inspire change in the pet business industry. They share what inspires them to be vocal, their journey around this, and how the pet dog industry lacks awareness around inclusivity and accessibility. We also chat about the safety issues womxn face as pet professionals. Klarissa and I are here to say, fuck the status quo. And let's start a riot on your corner of the social media world while providing badass content to your amazing dog owners that is also accessible. How to connect with Klarissa:Instagram Website Resources by KlarissaLinks For Dog Pros:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In today's episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee talks about becoming unfuckwithable as a dog trainer, dog walker, or any pet professional in today's pet industry. What is being Unfuckwithable? When you are a person who is truly at peace with yourself, the way you do biz. Nothing anyone says or does bothers you. Confident. Unapologetically you. Living life and running your dog biz on your terms on your rules and being a bold ass building your empires while fueling your bank account, mind, body & soul. Kristen Lee breaks it down now how to stand into your pure, entrepreneurial power as a dog trainer, dog walker, pet sitter, groomer, and truly rise to the top by starting the journey of becoming unfuckwithable.Book Quote From:We Should All Be Millionaires - Rachel RodgersMore book informationLinks For Dog Pros:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee sits down with two highly successful women in the dog training industry, Emily Nolan (our favorite repeat guest) and her dog training business partner Danielle Kharman. Emily and Danielle are business partners and co-own together a 7-figure dog training business. They've built a world-class dog training team, facility while running an incredible (and BUSY!) dog business operation as business partners. During this transparent conversation, Emily and Danielle share what it means to have a business partner in the dog business industry. They also share realities of partnership in the pet dog industry - the considerations, the challenges, and the good things about it. If you've been considering starting a business partnership as a dog trainer, dog walker, or pet sitter, this is the episode you'll want to listen to.Links For Dog Pros:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

Trigger Warning: Mental health, self/body shaming, emotional dumping & suicidal ideation. In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee is back and ready to share WHAT THE FUCK happened over the last six months and the journey of complete burnout with mental/physical depletion despite everything looking shiny and pretty outside. During this very candid and open episode, she talks about how survivor mode due to burnout can start to overrule your thought patterns, create a complete disconnect from everything. Kristen also shares her physical burnout and how it ended up with her in the hospital.You'll also get insight into the future direction of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast.As always, it's real. It's raw. It's no fucking bullshit.  Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In this episode, Kristen Lee sits down with Ashley McClung of Carpe Diem Dogs and her husband, Ruben Rojas, to talk transparently about Life as an entrepreneurial married couple - but with different businesses. The Life of a married/long-term relationship isn't an easy one - but when two entrepreneurs get together and share their lives, it can be even more challenging. Both Ashely and Ruben are badass, successful business owners and serial entrepreneurs. Ashely is a forester turned professional dog trainer (and SAR team member!). You might think running a dog training business or dog walking business is challenging? When you throw the dynamics of having a partner who also runs a different company in a completely different industry put them together, it takes a passionate teamwork dynamic for a healthy relationship to face the challenges - x2.What You'll Learn In This Episode:The non-dog trainer view of having dogs in the house all the timeRueben's view of the more challenging things about being married to a dog trainer that is also a successful business ownerHow to lean on your support system when they are NOT dog prosHow to ask for supportThe biggest challenges Ashely and Rueben have overcome when both their entrepreneurial worlds combineHow Rueben (non-dog trainer) supports Ashely and how Ashely supports Rueben The power of communication between partners/couples/spousesThis episode is dedicated to all those amazing dog business entrepreneurs and their partners in their Life. AND all the partners/spouses of all the dog trainers. We see both of you. Dog Biz School Links & Resources:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In this badass episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee talks about setting unapologetic boundaries as a dog trainer, boundaries as a dog walker, and yes, boundaries as a pet sitter. If you're going to be a POWERFUL, no-fucks-given CEO of your dog business, you're going to need to set and uphold some firm boundaries. Not just in your client relationships but in every aspect of your life. What you'll learn in this episode:What healthy boundaries areHow to set boundariesHow to unfuck the people-pleaser that is eating you alive as a dog biz ownerBoundary setting resources This isn't going to be your average, "Oh girl, just turn off your phone, don't answer emails on the weekends" advice. This is going to be setting life-alternating boundaries in your dog business where you drop the guilt and step into the next evolution of self-care. Personal Boundary Setting Book MUST-READ:Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover TawwabSupport her book and purchase from an independent black-owned book store - click hereAmazon LinkFollow On InstagramOther Links: Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In the 80th, yes, 80TH episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee sits down with the leading dog business branding agency Dox Design and its founder, the amazing Kaila Piepkow. Kaila joins Kristen to talk about all things visual branding in the pet industry and for pet professionals and why branding for dog businesses is overdue for branding revolutions. What you'll learn in this episode:Why dog trainers, dog walkers, pet pros branding goes much deeper than logos, colors, etc.How to prioritize your branding in your dog businessMaking your dog biz brand, YOU, and a reflection of youThe best time to create a brand experience as a dog biz ownerHow branding can bring in the best dog owner clients ever Kalia's number one tip to get started on your dog biz brandingIt's time to put your big branding panties on for your dog business; let's do this. How to connect with Kaila & Dox Design/Resources:Hang Out on IG With DoxSignature Branding ProgramJoin Design Support For Small BusinessesWebsite Dog Biz School Links & Resources:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee talks about how if everyone likes you as a dog biz owner, you're doing it wrong. Is there anything wrong with wanting to be liked? No. Not at all. It's okay that you want to be liked. Being kind and empathetic is a powerful human quality; plus, if you are a genuinely kind person, it also gives you an advantage in connecting with dog owners, potential clients, and overall being a badass and successful dog trainer, dog walker. Now, where does the problem of HAVING TO BE LIKED BY EVERYONE OMG... come in as a dog trainer? When it comes at the expense of you being respected.What you'll learn in this episode:Why it's okay not that you're not for everyone & not everyone is for youRespect > Likeablity The POWER of polarization as a dog trainerThe signs to watch for if you have to be liked by everyoneWhat it means to command respect without being a dickAnother spicy episode for all of the dog trainers, dog walkers that are ready to break the rules in the business of dogs. Episode resources:Quote from Bette Davis Inc article - successful leadershipMobile Mayhem - Klarissa SimpsonLinks:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersDog Biz School WebsiteInstagramFacebook

In this solo episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen Lee shares insider information from the Dog Biz School team coaches on what they wish EVERY dog trainer, dog walker, petsitter knew when running their dog businesses successfully. Kristen covers the top areas in business: the secret sauce to the Dog Biz School team of eight. Why should you listen to what they have to say? Our organization of commanding badass dog biz entrepreneurs dedicated to the growing and shifting dog training industry focused on results. Our dog business coaches ARE industry leaders in the dog training industry. Our team of dog business experts is multiple 7-figure dog business owners, world-renowned dog trainers, dog training facility owners, social media rockstars, ivy league MBA holders, and keynote speakers, high-ticket sales witches to start...What you'll learn in this episode:Treating your dog business like an ACTUAL businessBlueprints & SOP importanceWhy people pleasing is toxic as dog biz ownersSales are lifePricing advice Brand building over business building Time managementHiring vs. delegation Make sure you take notes and listen to our coaches. Links:Schedule a Free Business Strategy CallDog Biz School WebsiteJoin Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersInstagramFacebook

In this episode of the Mind Your Own Dig Business Podcast, Kristen Lee lays it down on why having low and cheaper rates for your dog training; dog walking services are doing more harm than good when it comes to your business. She covers the common reasons why many dog trainers and dog business owners, in general, feel the pressure, yes, the pressure to undercharge and undervalue their services, undermind their inherent value as a professional and service matter expert when it comes to the business of dogs. What you'll learn in this episode:The real reason why most dog business owners default to undervaluing their dog training, dog walking servicesHow undervaluing affects more than your dog biz, but the overall industryBreaking through the excuses that dog owners are cheapThe consequences of undervaluing yourself as a dog trainer, dog walkerWhy you don't have to be cheap if your a newbie dog trainer, dog walkerHow to start stepping into your power and finding your valueThis episode is a MUST listen, especially if you've been struggling to raise your rates and fully embrace your value. Resources:The Fearless Money Mindset - Broke Doesn't Scare MeSecrets Of The Millionaire MindThe Psychology Of Money Sales PodcastLinks:Dog Biz School WebsiteJoin Our FB Group For Dog Biz OwnersInstagramFacebook

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with the power couple Brittany and Andrew Gleason of Dog Savvy Training + Development. Brittany and Andrew are complete badasses when it comes to running a wildly successful dog training business. Brittany and Andrew speak about their experiences through the transformational brand elevation process and share their insights on how deeply impacted they were not just as a dog training business but also as a couple in their relationship. Branding goes THAT deep - beyond your basic logos, colors, pictures, and whatever else you think you know as a dog business owner. What you'll learn in this episode:How articulation of a dog biz brand is key to connecting with the right clientsBrand evolution vs. rebrandingThe dog business brand transformational processThe real POWER of an aligned dog biz brand How a dog training brand can elicit the strongest of emotionsDog business branding as a deep representation and manifestation Kristen Lee & Dog Biz School had the honor to work with Dog Savvy Training + Development through a brand accelerator back in July 2020 to elevate their dog business brand. If you're interested in learning more about our Brand, Accelerator, please connect with us at clientsuccess@dogbizschool.com. Featured in this episode:Dog Savvy Training + Development: Website, Facebook, IGLinks:Dog Biz School WebsiteCheck out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & The Dog Biz School TeamJoin Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee breaks down the New Rules Of Marketing For Dog Businesses: 2021 Edition. The dog business landscape has shifted dramatically and continues to change, morph by the week. Dog owner consumer behavior is an entirely different game, and if you haven't updated your marketing strategy as a dog trainer, dog walker, now is the time to make these shifts using the new rules. During this episode, after each rule, Kristen will deep dive into the marketing shifts you can start making today as a pet business owner for better results in your marketing efforts. What you'll learn in this episode:The eight rules of marketing your dog training, dog walking business for 2021.How to seek out and find your ideal dog owner clients to bring into your dog business.How to get into your niche client's heads that make them think, "wow! how do they know me?!".Standing into your authority as a badass dog trainer, dog walker without feeling sleazy or a bragger.Getting personal and polarizing.Choosing the right platform to concentrate your dog biz marketing efforts.

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with Dog Biz School founder and 20-year dog training veteran Maggie Christina on what it takes to be a damn good facilitator and educator to your dog-owning clients. Sure, you're a great freaking dog trainer with the best hands-on dog training skills and handling; but educational systems are you using as a dog trainer to transfer that knowledge to the dogs' owners. We've all heard it before:"It's not about training the dog, but training the people". But what does that mean as a dog trainer? And how do you know if you're making an impact on your client's life when it comes to skill transfer. What you'll learn in this episode:Transitioning skills to your dog owners & clients during training programsEducational systems for dog trainersWhat is a facilitator vs. teacher in your dog training programs/classesFacilitating relationshipsCrafting experiences and dog training systems designed for humansHow to get good with people skillsLinks:Dog Biz School WebsiteCheck out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & The Dog Biz School TeamJoin Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee breaks down the upcoming challenges for dog business owners in 2021 and beyond. During this episode, after each challenge and dog biz disruptor, she outlines the unique opportunities each one has; that dog trainers and dog walkers can use and capitalize on them for the way they run their businesses. Meaning, dog trainers and dog walkers shouldn't feel like they do not control these external challenges and use them as catalysts. Challenges that dog trainers might face in 2021 + beyond:Big business entering the SERVICES space for dog training/pet care services- venture capitalists and new startups are eyeing the 100+ billion pet market, as are corporate organizations worldwide. COVID-19 Consumer spending & consumer behaviorOversaturation of other dog trainers, dog walkers, pet sitters in the digital marketing space. Top heaviness and overreliance on social media marketing for dog trainers, dog walkers, and pet sitters.Commoditization of digital dog training products that will bring the market value down. What you'll learn in this episode:How to leverage the same data that big businesses are using and understanding consumer behavior with purchasing decisions regarding pet dog services. Unfucking your mindset as a dog business entrepreneur.How to actually stand out in an oversaturated digital media world to get your ideal client's attention as a dog trainer, dog walker. Arming yourself with high-value programs when everyone else is doubling down on the cheap online dog training. Dog Biz Resources featured in this episode:IBIS World: https://www.ibisworld.com/GovInfo.gov - Animals - https://www.govinfo.gov/features/world-animal-dayiii.org - Pet Information and Stats - Click HereThe resource/tool that Kristen couldn't remember, but here it is :-) Citations for this episode:Social media trustEconomic InsightsTrends for small business owners 2021Links:Dog Biz School WebsiteCheck out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & The Dog Biz School TeamJoin Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

Dog Biz School Open Enrollment is happening now - learn more information on our leading dog business coaching services and how Dog Biz School can lead you in 2021.From The Archives: 100k Sales WeeksOver the next few weeks, we are replaying our most downloaded Mind Your Own Dog Biz Episodes from our archives. These are the golden nugget dog business coaching episodes you don't want to miss. In this wildly popular Mind Your Own Dog Business episode from early 2019, Kristen takes you through her simple dog business sales strategies step by step that will make your dog walking business or dog training business revenue from limited to unapologetically booming — booming with growth, without burnout and allow you to get a headstart in 2021. Links:Dog Biz School Open Enrollment Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

Dog Biz School Open Enrollment is happening now - learn more information on our leading dog business coaching services and how Dog Biz School can lead you in 2021.In the 71st episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business - we're sharing an exclusive listen to Kristen Lee's closing keynote at Pet Sitters International World Conference 2020. A special thank you to PSI President Beth Stultz-Harrison for allowing us to share this impactful keynote.Brand Disruption: Leading Through Authenticity & Creating TransformationSo, you've built a dog training business, but have you created a brand? A brand that creates influence while developing an authoritative voice in your local market. Meaning, yes, you are different. But do you STAND OUT as a brand? Or are you being hidden behind your dog training business? The truth is: dog biz branding is more than just logos, color choices, or quickly thrown together graphics, videos, and screaming about how awesome you are, which, if you're reading this, you are. Brand STRATEGY for dog pros is mastering your identity, creating a powerful voice in your market, standing in your values and authenticity while attracting your dream clients (read: that pay more and respect your expertise), and becoming a brand superstar dog trainer. Brand Disruption: Leading Through Authenticity is a transformational keynote. It allows dog business owners to peel the layers slowly back around their real authenticity, find where they've been potentially hiding in not only their dog training businesses but in all areas of their lives. By stepping into a different paradigm of brand strategy, they will be more effective with their marketing and have a higher sense of self-value when it comes to sales and pricing. It's NOT rebranding, but brand evolution.Create and elevate the look, feel, and voice of their dog training brand across all platforms without needing superpower tech skills or pro design background.Build a dog training brand that gets seen and heard by developing targeting and strategic messaging to their ideal audience in their voices.Rediscover their true authenticity and step back into realignment with their highest-self while inspiring others (including staff) — no more hiding behind a logo. Links:Dog Biz School Open Enrollment Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

Dog Biz School Open Enrollment is happening now - learn more information on our leading dog business coaching services and how Dog Biz School can lead you in 2021. In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with an incredibly talented and feisty AF dog business entrepreneur, Lyndsay Shackelford, who owns Dogs Of Charm City. A Baltimore dog walking company with some of the savviest dog services, programs, and merch out there that impresses the eff out of all of us at Dog Biz School. Lyndsay and Kristen discuss everything out of the box when it came to building her wildly successful dog business:What drove her to become beyond "just a dog walking service" and create dog-centric events for your dog-owning clients like Water Taxi Cruises, Boozy pups + Pajamas Brunches, and other eventsThe incredible response from the local dog mom community to Dogs of Charm City's service offerings How she pivoted with the pandemic and had her BEST MONTH EVER in October 2020How she is changing the dog mom merchandise game, and her smash hit dog boxes.GO BUY THEIR STUFF! Buy their stuff here - support a small business and get badass gifts for your dog-owning clientsHoliday GiftsDog BoxesConnect With Dogs Of Charm City:InstagramWebsiteEmail: hello@dogsofcharmcity.netLinks:Dog Biz School Open Enrollment Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

Dog Biz School Open Enrollment is happening now - learn more information on our leading dog business coaching services and how Dog Biz School can lead you in 2021.In this BONUS episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Maggie & Kristen discuss the traits of our most successful and high performing students in Grassroots & Dog Biz School's history. If you've ever wondered what it takes to be a high six-figure and 7 FIGURE dog business owner who doesn't hate their life or business and actually HAS A LIFE, you'll want to listen to see what traits make these dog business owners successful and happy. Everyone loves a good after story when working with a dog business coach, or the results of 10k months, 15k months, 20k months, or more. We get it; you want the proof that what Dog Biz School does, works and dog trainers, dog walkers, and other pet industry pros get results, which is our #1 one goal with dog biz owners = results, not theories or bs ideas/tactics.And we get them - there's no denying that. You have to work for it, too- leaning into the discomfort of literally zagging with your strategy when every single other dog business owner is zigging. You have to be able to throw EVERYTHING you think you knew about the business of dogs out the window while taking scary, unfamiliar action and more. Maggie & Kristen break down the traits of our most successful students.Links:Dog Biz School Open Enrollment Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogBizSchool

Dog Biz School Open Enrollment is happening now - learn more information on our leading dog business coaching services and how Dog Biz School can lead you in 2021.In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen sits down with the BRILLANT AS FUCK financial genius, wealth advisor Charles White on finances and financial strategy for dog training business and dog walking businesses. This is one of the most critical conversations you could be listening to this year; if finances overwhelm you, freak you out, ESPECIALLY if you treat your dog business as a personal piggy bank. Or avoid finances altogether. Charles breaks it down in steps and gives you a new direction for dog training, dog walking, and petsitting finances. And blow your mind (in a good way) on the TRUE POWER you have over your financial health - both business and personal. And yes, even in a pandemic. Charles covers:Financial Super Secrets For Dog Biz OwnersWhy Dog Training, Dog Walking Businesses Needs CreditHow To Set up your dog business for Maximum CreditUsing Databases & The Financial System To Your Advantage Creating POWERFUL Banking Relationships As A Dog Biz OwnerSit down, take notes, and relisten. And talk to Charles. Connect With Charles:Email: Charles@businessdata123.comCall/Text: 503-896-1474Website: http://www.academyforbusinesscredit.comLinks:Dog Biz School Open Enrollment Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Join Our FB Group For Dog Biz Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petdogbizownersOnline: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool

In this very special episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with Dr. Terry Morris, the founder and director of Vets to Vets United, Inc, veteran Mr. Dan Portaro. Vets to Vet's United, Inc. is a non-profit organization created to unite veterans and dogs for a common goal: improving and saving lives. By pairing veterans with dogs, they seek to:Significantly improve a veteran's life by providing companionship and/or help with a mental or physical disability.Save the life of a dog facing euthanasia by adopting the animal from a local animal shelter.Dr. Terry Morris's life mission is about veterans' welfare suffering and dogs. She dedicated the Vets To Vets United, Inc. program to her father, who died during his tour of duty as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force during the Cuban Missle Crisis, and her sister served as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Terry was also the recipient of 2019 the American Humane Hero Veterinarian Award. Dan served his country in Vietnam and is a published author on his life experiences. After a late PTSD diagnosis, he connected with Dr. Terry and was paired up with his service dog in training, Bailey, a beagle boxer mix.Dan shares his story with how he knew it was time to get help, and he also shares his experience in working with Vets To Vet's United and his latest accomplishment of passing the public access test with Bailey. Dr. Terry shares her story of why she does what she does, the ups and downs of working with veterans and their dogs, how not every dog works out, and how the dog trainers, dog walkers, and pet sitters listening can help. Show Your Support For Vets to Vets United & Dan Portaro:Dan's Book - Second Son Fortunate OneVets to Vets United WebsiteVets to Vets United Facebook Page Wish List Volunteer Information Donate FundsAmazon Smile Watch Inseparable - A Service Dog Story (Full Version)Connect With Dr. Terry Morristmorris@vetstovetsunited.org Vets To Vets United, Inc.732 Ninth Street Box #595Durham, NC 27705With Heartfelt Gratitude For Their Support Vets To Vets United:Yay Dog - Dog Training Services By Clare Reese GoreAble Dog - Dog Training Services Veterinary Partners & SponsorsPartners, Affiliates & SponsorsZoomyDogs - Providing Training SpaceFriendly City Civitan Club- Providing Training Space Walmart Giving Grant

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, the Grassroots team, Kristen Lee & Maggie Christina, sit down with the badass Bella Vasta from Jump Consulting for a raw and transparent conversation. Bella is the leading petsitting industry coach and a refreshing unicorn when it comes to pet industry coaching. Bella has been a multi-keynote speaker for Social Media World, has been featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, NBC, HuffPost, and is also a published author. Bella and the Grassroot's team dig deep into entrepreneurship's mindset, what it takes to succeed, and why never, EVER giving up and throwing in the towel is not an option if you want to make it. They also chat about marketing as a dog professional, the one critical mistake most dog trainers are making on social media, and how your marketing strategy must be changed for 2020 if you want to be able to connect to the dog-owning market. They also discuss the importance of dog trainers, dog walkers, pet sitters, choosing their inner circle wisely because the five people you surround yourself with directly reflect on you and your dog business.It's a transparent, raw, and disruptive conversation that every pet pro needs to hear. How To Connect With Bella:Free Staff Training Videos Connect On IGBella In Your Business Podcast on iTunes & Spotify Connect on FacebookJoin her groupBella's Website Links:Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Online: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool

In this solo episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen shares her most requested keynote of 2019: Connections, Conversations & ConversionsMeaning: Marketing & Sales Kristen & Grassroots Dog Biz School have rewritten rules on the way dog trainers, dog walkers market to their dog owner market, and the way they sell their services to dog owners. And, their students consistently outperform their competition. Kristen gives the crash course in how dog trainers and dog walkers can take a new approach to the way they market to the current climate and dog owners and have effective conversations with them, leading to a high rate of conversions (sales). And increase the life-time value of those amazing dog owing clients that will stick with their dog trainers like glue. It's raw; it's real, it's transparent as fuck. Links:Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Online: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool

In this episode of The Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen has the honor to sit down and connect again with the amazing Mahogany Gamble of Infinite K9 in the Bay Area of California.Mahogany is a world-renowned pet and sport dog trainer, highly respected inside and outside the dog world, and a sought-after dog trainer mentor. Mahogany also works with Grassroots Dog Biz School leading our dog training/handling skills programs, teaching our students the art of facilitation with dog training programs, and developing something that the world hasn't seen before when it comes to raising the standards of training and program design. Mahogany and Kristen chat about her upcoming interview series, Legacy of Dog Trainer series, where Mahogany will be interviewing some of the world's best dog trainers, focusing on women and BIPOC dog trainers. Mahogany shares her inspiration for why this is such an important series, what types of trainers and other dog business owners will be on, the topics, and much more. If you're a dog trainer, dog walker, pet-sitter, or anyone in the pet dog industry, you'll want to make sure you tune in and listen to Mahogany's Legacy of Trainers. How To Connect With Mahogany Gamble:Listen to the FIRST EPISODE of Legacy Dog Trainers here!FacebookInfinite K9 Website Email: mahogany@infinitek9.comLinks:Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog BusinessConnect with Kristen & Grassroots:Online: www.dogbizschool.comInstagram: @dogwalkercoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool