We all know to avoid topics like sex, politics, and religion when talking to potential clients. Most dog trainers would like to include money in that list, too. Unfortunately it’s an unavoidable subject, but talking about the price of your services doesn’t have to be uncomfortable for you or your clients. Setting the right tone […]
How To Dog Blog More Easily & More Often
Blogging is good for you, and good for dogs. We’ve seen some fantastic dog blogs over the years, and many of our readers and clients blog regularly, enjoying the benefits of regular posting (like getting more clients and helping more dogs). But too many dog pros neglect their blogs, posting only rarely, or don’t have […]
Breaking Up With Clients Is Hard To Do
The old song says that breaking up is hard to do. If you’ve ever had to part ways with a client, you know that it’s true. So true, in fact, that dog pros often wait far too long to let challenging clients go, choosing to live with ongoing stress rather than face the uncomfortable moment […]
7 Tips for Getting More Done “At Work”
There are all kinds of advantages to working from home in your own dog business. Obviously hanging out with the dogs is top of the list. Working in your pajamas, setting your own schedule, running to the kitchen for a tea or coffee hit, and the absence of distracting coworkers and unreasonable supervisors probably make […]
How To Add Your First Dog Walking Employee
Your dog business is doing well. You have more work than you can handle and it’s time to think about the next step. Congratulations! You’ve probably got some questions: Do I hire an employee or an Independent Contractor? What’s the cost of bringing someone on? What’s involved in setting up a payroll? Where do I […]