194: 5 Hard-Won Lessons from 7 Months of Building a Pet Business (Behind Closed Doors)

Ever feel like your business projects are taking FOREVER? 🕐 You're not alone! In this candid Behind Closed Doors update, Candace shares the 5 game-changing lessons that have emerged from 7 months of building Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium. The 5 T's you need to know: 🎯 Time - Why everything takes 3x longer than expected (and how to stay sane anyway) 🎯 Technology - How modern business tools make starting a pet business easier than ever 🎯 Team Buy-In - Why getting your team invested in the vision matters more than perfect timing 🎯 Talk to Your Reps - The untapped goldmine of knowledge from sales representatives 🎯 Talk About Yourself - Why Candace has been marketing for 7 months before opening (and you should too!) Plus, get the inside scoop on bank approvals that didn't go as planned, city council meetings, and why Candace is hosting 20 pet business owners for back-to-back retreats right in Galesburg! This episode is pure gold for anyone planning an expansion, starting a new venture, or wondering if they're "behind" on their business goals. Transcript Show Notes