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447: From Leashes to Lattes with Alisha Riley

447: From Leashes to Lattes with Alisha Riley

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What does it mean to embrace change while staying focused on the client experience? As your business grows, you may face necessary changes that push you out of your comfort zone. Transform any doubt in your abilities into motivation to learn, grow, and discover new methods. Alisha Riley, the owner of Alisha’s Pet Playcations, exemplifies this. She restarted her business after relocating across the country. In her journey, she discusses the importance of integrating oneself into the community and leveraging personal connections through your network. Additionally, Alisha shares her decision to start a coffee shop driven by a very special mission.

428: Why You Should Join a Chamber of Commerce

428: Why You Should Join a Chamber of Commerce

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Have you thought about joining a chamber of commerce or other local business support group? We had been throwing the idea around for a while and very recently decided to do it! Today, we break down what a chamber of commerce is, some of their benefits, and how we plan on getting the most of out it!

422: A Pet Loss Memorial Service For You

422: A Pet Loss Memorial Service For You

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Do you give yourself time to grieve when a client’s pet,  or your own pet, passes away? As busy business owners, we rarely take time to ourselves, and often use our business to bury the emotions and feelings. Clients do the same, and often need prompting and encouragement to mourn their pet. Today, we reflect on our recent pet loss memorial events and what we included. We also invite you to participate in a memorial service just for you.

048- Dog Training Skills with Khara Schuetzner

048- Dog Training Skills with Khara Schuetzner

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What are some dog training skills pet sitters can be working on right now? Khara Schuetzner, Chair of APDT, joins us to discuss some basic skills we can all be working on. She also encourages us on the importance of these skills, even if we don't plan on offering training as a service.

006- Interview with Alex and Beth

006- Interview with Alex and Beth

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We are super excited about the episode this week. Alex and Beth join us to talk about their journey into no home based pet sitting, their philosophy of caring for someone’s home, and why the phrase “bubbles and nuts” perfectly describes life as a pet sitter.