Episode 150: “My 50 Clients Are Like Having 50 Bosses!”

Episode 150: “My 50 Clients Are Like Having 50 Bosses!”

Author: Kristin Morrison | Pet Business Coach | Pet Sitting, Dog Walking and Dog Training Business Tips September 24, 2024 Duration: 45:35
Heather wants to have more time with her kids and herself. She bought a pet sitting business and now that’s she’s been running it for a while, she wants to change some fundamental ways she’s currently running it. Like a lot of pet business owners (especially newer pet business owners), Heather is trying to being too many things and doing too much for many of her clients which is causing her to feel burned out and stuck in a rut. She wants to create more of a “plug-and-play” or turnkey business. Taking on new overnight pet sitting clients is often anxiety-producing for Heather because it’s such an intimate experience with her staff in the client’s home, sleeping in their bed, etc. and she never knows how it’s going to turn out. She is also feeling that her many clients have become her bosses which is leading her to feel like she has 50 bosses. Also, holidays feel very overwhelming for her because she gets so many potential clients reaching out desperate for care and they may only use her company for that one holiday which feels like a lot of work for a small amount of money. Go to the show notes page at: https://prosperouspetbusiness.com/podcast150 Click to apply to be coached on the Prosperous Pet Business podcast. https://sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/pet-business-podcast-coaching Sign up for a private pet business coaching session with Kristin Morrison. https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/coaching-pet-business-owners Find out more about the Hiring Handbook for Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers eBook and Audiobook. https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/pet-sitting-dog-walking-hiring-handbook-for-pet-sitters-and-dog-walkers Find out more and get the Application Packet for Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers. https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/application-packet-for-pet-sitters-dog-walkers Find out more and get the Hiring Kit for Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers (the Application Packet is included in this item!) https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/business-hiring-kit-pet-sitting-dog-walking-staff Find out more and get the Start Up Kit for Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers. https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/best-start-up-kit-for-pet-sitting-dog-walking-business Connect with Kristin Morrison on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/petbizcoach/ Copyright © Prosperous Pet Business and Kristin Morrison www.ProsperousPetBusiness.com

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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Ep. 167: Making the Leap to Doing the Dog Business Full-Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This episode dives into a game-changing productivity tool: The Eisenhower Matrix (also known as the Urgent-Important Matrix). This four-quadrant framework challenges the common mistake business owners make of confusing m…
Ep. 165: How to Plan for Medical Leave and Other Time Off [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Ep. 164: Use Time Tracking to Gain Clarity and Focus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:19
Do you feel like you're constantly working in your pet business? One minute you're walking, training or grooming dogs, the next you're updating your social media, and before you know it, the day is over and you're not su…
Ep. 163: When to Hire Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers in Your Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:15
Genevieve has a pet sitting and dog walking business in Indiana and she’s recently added the service of pet wedding attendant to her pet services. She is trying to figure out when is the right time to hire staff. She’s a…
Ep. 162: How to Pivot to Provide a Brand-New Pet Service [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:34
Today’s coaching client is Randye, a pet business owner in Pennsylvania who is pivoting her business to create a totally different type of service: she wants to create a mobile cat nail trimming business. The good news:…
Bonus: Money Affirmations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:25
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Ep. 161: Do the Work to Grow Your Pet Sitting Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Bonus: Recover from Pet Business Burnout [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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If you’ve got pet business burnout, this is the episode to listen to! Heather Gibson, from Big Hearted Breeders, interviewed me for her Pet Breeder Summit and this is the interview. I overcame burnout in my own pet busin…