425: A Touch of 'Know, Like, and Trust' with Kelly Hester

How do you make an excellent client onboarding? A well executed client onboarding not only sets the tone and expectations for the client, but also set the relationship up to last for years. Kelly Hester, owner of Kelly's Kritters Dog Walking and Pet Sitting, joins the show to walk through how she translated her decades of corporate work into running her business. From exceptional customer service to formally documenting everything, she provides several great best practices. Kelly also explains her process for onboarding clients so that both she and the client understand exactly what is going on.

Main topics:

• Learning to document everything

• Keeping your business and staff on mission

• Training staff for meet and greets

• Exceptional Onboarding

Main takeaway: A well thought out and executed onboarding will build both trust and confidence in your client.

About our Guest:

Meet Kelly Hester, the passionate owner behind Kelly's Kritters, a pet care service that was founded with one goal in mind: providing top-notch care for all pets. Drawing from her own love and expectations for her pets, Kelly's Kritters goes the extra mile every day to surpass customer expectations and cater to the unique needs of every furry friend.

The mission of Kelly's Kritters is simple yet impactful: to offer pet owners peace of mind when they can't be home with their beloved pets. By delivering loving attention and care in the comfort of their familiar environment, Kelly ensures that pets feel safe and content during their owner's absence. Moreover, the core values of the business include maintaining a high level of professionalism, honesty, integrity, and respect for personal property at all times.

Kelly's journey into this fulfilling endeavor came after spending many years in the Corporate Sector. Feeling a deep connection to animals since her childhood, she knew that the next chapter of her life had to involve them. Her love and compassion for all creatures began with her first dog, Frosty, leaving a lasting impression on her heart.

With certifications in Pet CPR and Pet First Aid, Kelly is well-prepared to handle any situation that may arise while caring for her clients' pets. Her experience extends to administering medication and volunteering at animal shelters and pet rescues, further showcasing her dedication to animal welfare.

Kelly's personal furry family has consisted mostly of cats and dogs, but she has also welcomed fish, hamsters, gerbils, and tadpoles into her clan from time to time. Currently, she shares her home with two lovely cats named Ruby and Journey, who bring her endless joy and companionship.

Through Kelly's Kritters, Kelly Hester is on a mission to provide love, care, and a sense of security to pets and their owners, creating a wonderful experience for all involved.

Links:

kellyjhester@gmail.com

https://kkritters.com/

https://www.facebook.com/kellyskrittersdogwalking/

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