How much is too much advertising?

How much is too much advertising?

My favorite thing to do is run on the treadmill. Okay that’s not entirely accurate. I do like to run on the treadmill but not because I love to exercise. I mean really, who loves to exercise. Okay before you call me out on that, apologies to all you fitness fanatics...
My Experience Finding a Pet Sitter

My Experience Finding a Pet Sitter

I’ve been providing pet parents with quality pet care for many years through my own pet business Preferred Pet Partners but recently I got to sit on the other side of the table. My husband and I moved to a new state and, along with settling in, we found ourselves...
The Best Client Referral Program

The Best Client Referral Program

As pet sitters and dog walkers we perform a very intimate service. We’re not selling widgets door to door. We go into people’s homes to take care of their family members. Because of this there is a tremendous trust factor involved. I know that I need to trust my own...
The Perfect Post Pandemic Employee

The Perfect Post Pandemic Employee

Let’s talk post pandemic economics for a moment. Many of us small and medium size business owners have had a tough time finding new employees. And by tough time I mean it’s nearly impossible and businesses are cutting their hours simply because they don’t have enough...
Stressed Out Clients, Furry and Human!

Stressed Out Clients, Furry and Human!

As a pet sitter or dog walker we’re used to dealing with stressed out or fearful pets. I myself am an expert at getting frightened kitties to come out from under beds. Part of our job is to make the pets feel comfortable and minimize any stress they may feel. Part of...
How to Write the Perfect SOP

How to Write the Perfect SOP

Last week we talked about Spring cleaning for your business. One of the tips to get your business spic and span was to update your standard operating procedures or SOPs. This is a fancy way to say your documented processes. These are the “how to” documents associated...