193: REPLAY: Candace's Q4 Survival Guide for Pet Business Owners

193: REPLAY: Candace's Q4 Survival Guide for Pet Business Owners

Author: Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation® July 20, 2025 Duration: 28:33
🎄 Christmas in July Special: Q4 Planning Replay! 🎄 Candace has been there– in the thick of the busiest time of the year, watching the days quickly slip by on the calendar without any promotions or events planned, wondering how she's going to move all that holiday inventory when she can't seem to remove herself from the day to day tasks inside her business… And guess what?  ➡️ Throughout all of her successes (and a few failures!) during Q4, she learned EXACTLY what type of support other business owners in the pet industry need right now. Smart pet business owners know that July is THE time to start prepping for the holidays! While everyone else is scrambling in October, you'll be calm, prepared, and profitable. In this episode, you will: 🎁 Get the inside scoop of Candace's brain during those overwhelming Q4s 🎁 Learn three key things you need to be thinking about RIGHT NOW 🎁 Discover the exact resources you need to plan out the rest of this year 🎁 And more! Remember: A calm Q4 starts in July! Your future self (and your bank account) will thank you for listening to this episode today. ✨ Purchase the Holiday Success Kit at Learn.PetBoss.com/HolidayKit ✨ Join us in the Pet Boss University by visiting PetBoss.com/University Transcript Show Notes

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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161 - Thrive in 2025 with This Foolproof Game Plan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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160: Pet Boss Nation’s Real & Raw 2024 Wrap Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:19
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159: How Much Should Your Pet Business Really Spend on Marketing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:22
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157: Make Big, Brave Pet Business Moves With This Advice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:51
Great collaborations lead to powerful conversations! 🧠 In this special episode, we're sharing Candace's appearance on the Big Brave Business podcast with our very own podcast producer, Sarah Heeter! Candace opened up to…
154: Why Every Pet Business Should Support Pets in the Classroom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:33
60% of students who experience pets in their classroom go on to have pets in their homes within the first year. The first year! 🤯 This statistic (and more you need to hear!) is brought to you by Melinda Thomas, Executive…
153: How Giving Back Makes Your Community and Pet Business Stronger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:39
You can make a bigger impact in your community while also growing your pet business (because success and service go hand in paw! 🐾) In this episode, Candace shares powerful stories of how giving back can transform both y…