173: How to Make Every Minute Count at Global Pet Expo (or Any Tradeshow!)

173: How to Make Every Minute Count at Global Pet Expo (or Any Tradeshow!)

Author: Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation® March 2, 2025 Duration: 42:18
Who's escaping to sunny Orlando in a few weeks?! ☀️ Yup, the pet industry's biggest party is just around the corner, and Candace and the team can't wait to hang with you at Global Pet Expo 2025 (March 26-28!) This episode is dedicated to all things Global! From making the most of your experience to where to find CANDACE'S BIRTHDAY PARTY on the show floor! 🥳 You'll learn: 🐾 Why going to a pet industry trade show is a MUST for your growth and inspiration 🐾 Where to find the Pet Boss Nation team at the show (hint: mimosas are involved!) 🐾 How to prepare strategically instead of wandering aimlessly among 1,000+ exhibitors 🐾 The truth about trade show expenses from both retailer and vendor perspectives 🐾 Candace's personal story of something that happened to her at a trade show and how to avoid it  🐾 Smart strategies for bringing your team to maximize the investment, and why Candace is bringing her new management team for Dante and Dory's  🐾 AND MORE!  Are you a Global Pet Expo veteran? Or a newbie? Either way, you'll want to listen to this episode to make the most of it or plan for a trade show to come in your future! Transcript Show Notes Join Us Online Find us on Facebook Join our Free Pet Industry Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Read our Blog

Running a local pet business is a unique blend of passion and hard-nosed strategy, and the Pet Boss® Podcast with Candace speaks directly to that reality. Hosted by Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation®, these conversations move beyond generic advice to tackle the actual challenges faced by shop owners and service providers on Main Street. You'll hear from fellow pet supply store operators, groomers, dog daycare managers, trainers, and sitters who are navigating the same daily realities you are. The discussions blend foundational business principles with actionable secrets that are proving effective right now, all within the specific context of the animal care industry. This isn't about abstract theory; it's about what works when the bell on your door jingles and a client walks in with their pup. Each episode aims to provide honest, peer-driven insights because, as any pet professional knows, a dog business is indeed big business. Tune in for a candid look at building resilience and success from the ground up, designed specifically for the dedicated local entrepreneur in the vibrant world of pets.
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