181: Building a Team That Actually CARES About Your Business [Behind Closed Doors Series]

181: Building a Team That Actually CARES About Your Business [Behind Closed Doors Series]

Author: Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation® April 27, 2025 Duration: 32:17
Tired of having to micromanage or do it all yourself because your team "just doesn't get it"? 🙄 In this special "Behind Closed Doors" episode about Dante & Dory's, Candace pulls back the curtain on what it REALLY takes to build a team that's as excited about your business as you are! In this revealing episode, you'll learn:  👥 Why team development starts BEFORE your business even opens its doors  👥 The complete employee lifecycle and where most businesses drop the ball  👥 How proper training can increase employee sales effectiveness by 57%  👥 Why your employees are 3x more trusted than you (the CEO) by customers  👥 Behind-the-scenes updates on Dante and Dory's progress including branding, floor plans, and new roof! Plus, exciting news about an upcoming Manager's Retreat in Galesburg this July! If you want your managers to become true leaders in your business, this is your opportunity to send them for specialized training at Dante and Dory's and so much more!  Whether you're hiring your first employee or struggling with a disengaged team, this episode delivers the blueprint for transforming your staff into your greatest business asset! 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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182: Tariff Impact: What Every Pet Business Owner Needs to Know NOW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:10
The tariff situation is changing rapidly, and it's already affecting your pet business - whether you realize it or not! 📊 In this episode, Candace breaks her silence on this complex topic to give you the straight facts a…
178: Show Me the Money: Funding Your Pet Business Dream [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:22
Getting a bank loan for your pet business doesn't have to feel like solving a mystery! 💰 In this episode, Candace brings in Jacqueline Pait, a specialized lender from Live Oak Bank who works with pet care businesses nati…
177: The Survival Guide for Uncertain Economic Times [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:47
Candace welcomes a retail LEGEND on this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast! 🙌 Bob Negen of WhizBang! Retail Training has decades of experience helping thousands of retailers succeed. Today, he's sharing the exact formula f…
176: Writing a Pet Business Plan [Behind Closed Doors Series] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:43
What’s a business plan, and do you need one?! No matter what stage of business you’re in, if you don’t have a concrete business plan mapped out, let’s get to work! 💪 Candace recently got back into business planning mode…
175: How Astro Loyalty is Making Pet Retail Easier & More Profitable. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:21
Ever wonder how successful pet stores manage all those loyalty programs and manufacturer deals without completely losing their minds? This episode will show you how! Astro Loyalty offers a tech solution that's transformi…
174: How to Confidently Charge Premium Prices for Pet Services [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:24
Imagine showing up to your grooming job one day only to be met by the landlord of the building telling you to get out... That’s what happened to our guest on this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast. But don’t worry! Karissa…
172: Live Listener Taping: Fall In Love With Your Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:04
The Pet Boss Podcast's first-ever live virtual audience recording?! Yes, please! In this milestone celebration of 100,000 downloads, Candace brought together a room full of passionate pet professionals to reflect on our…