Episode 110. Create a Business Schedule You Love

Episode 110. Create a Business Schedule You Love

Author: Kristin Morrison | Pet Business Coach | Pet Sitting, Dog Walking and Dog Training Business Tips June 28, 2022 Duration: 54:42

Today’s coaching session is with Donna, a pet sitter and dog walker in Tennessee. 

She has owned her business for a few years and she’s struggling with creating a schedule that works for her and her full personal life with family and many pets. (Donna wins the award for the pet business owner I’ve coached who has the most dogs – she has 9 dogs!)  

In this episode you’ll hear how she can learn to say no to clients because saying no is a learned behavior and often doesn’t come naturally to pet pros. She’s pretzeled herself to accommodate her beloved clients and like a lot of pet professionals, she needs to put some of that energy and attention toward herself, her family and her own dogs. 

You’ll also hear about how both Donna and I took a break from social media and how that positively impacted our lives and how taking a social media break may help you too. Plus a lot of other questions, challenges and business issues were covered in this session. You’re sure to be able to relate to some or all of this coaching session with Donna!

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Running a service-based company in the pet care world comes with its own unique set of joys and challenges. Prosperous Pet Business is a resource for the dedicated professionals behind pet sitting, dog walking, and dog training companies who are ready to move beyond just getting by. Hosted by Kristin Morrison, a seasoned coach in this niche, each episode digs into the practical realities of building a sustainable and rewarding enterprise. You’ll hear straightforward conversations about setting profitable prices, creating efficient systems, hiring reliable team members, and navigating the client relationships that are at the heart of this industry. This podcast focuses on actionable strategies rather than vague inspiration, whether the topic is marketing a small operation, managing growth, or refining your service offerings. It’s designed for those who see their pet business not just as a job, but as a primary career path worthy of thoughtful development. Tune in for a blend of Kristin’s direct advice, insights from fellow business owners, and real-world examples that translate directly to your daily operations. The goal is to provide a steady stream of usable ideas that help you create a more organized, profitable, and ultimately prosperous pet business.
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