Pet Sitter Confessional

What is a not-to-do list, and why do you need one? As small business owners, we have a lot on our plate and things that demand our attention. Being pulled in too many directions means we lose focus on...

31 Okt 202219min

Finding your niche is a great way to establish yourself as an expert and the "go to" company for that need. It also means dealing with much more particular, and sometimes demanding, clients. Lauri Par...

26 Okt 202258min

Reports and analysts are saying 2023 is not shaping up to be a good year for the global economy. Monetary policy and interest rates are slowing the economy down, and most suggest a recession is in the...

24 Okt 202227min

What does it mean to run a 'local' business and how do we foster a love for it? As business owners and entrepreneurs, we have to seek out things that inspire us; whether they're another business owner...

19 Okt 202252min

Summary Why is dog walking and pet sitting such a mental burden? It's not just the worry of meeting a client's expectations or concerns about missing a visit. We break down how the pet care industry i...

17 Okt 202222min

How do you host a pet loss memorial service? Living in a 'death avoidance' society, many are uncomfortable with the idea of facing death and the passing of a pet. As pet sitters, we can position ourse...

12 Okt 202256min

Have you ever wanted to give up on your business? Challenges happen, no matter how long you've been in business. Facing challenges means assessing how we are doing, so we can handle it appropriately. ...

10 Okt 202223min

How do we secure both commitment and appropriate compensation from our clients? Kathryn Burge, owner of Lake Oswego Petsitting, joins the show today to share her onboarding process and what it takes t...

5 Okt 202256min