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Welcome to Splitting Hairs, the go-to podcast for professional pet groomers! Join us, two passionate experts, as we delve into the intricacies of the grooming industry. From mastering business to perfecting grooming techniques, we're here to dissect challenges, establish structure, and inspire positive changes within our field. Get ready to groom with finesse, compassion, and professionalism as we embark on this exciting journey together!
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"The Ambitious Groomer," hosted by Denise Heroux and featuring special guests, is a podcast dedicated to empowering grooming business owners. Through insightful discussions and problem-solving sessions, the podcast aims to provide a supportive platform where groomers can address challenges, brainstorm solutions, and design effective business strategies. Denise Heroux, along with ordinary entrepreneurs as guests, shares valuable insights, tips, and tools to help grooming business owners navig ...
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Mastering the Business Side of Grooming: Business Success with Bookkeeping
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In this episode of The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast, host Denise is joined by guest Laurren, a bookkeeper with an extensive background in both grooming and accounting. They discuss the importance of understanding your business's financials, especially when scaling or planning for the future. Lauren shares her journey from working in a CPA fir…
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Understanding 1099 Misclassification and Employee Rights in the Grooming Industry
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Welcome to The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast! In this episode, I'm diving into a hot topic that has been swirling around our industry: the classification of employees as 1099 contractors versus W2 employees. I'm joined by Crystal, a seasoned accountant who specializes in the pet grooming industry. Together, we'll unpack the complexities and le…
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Navigating Seasonal Patterns and Employee Behavior in Grooming Businesses
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Here's a summary of the episode for the podcast description: In this episode of The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast, host Denise and guest Samantha Palya discuss recognizing and managing business patterns throughout the year. They explore how seasonal changes, economic fluctuations, and human behavior affect pet grooming businesses, employees, a…
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Elevating Grooming Businesses: Communication, Pricing, and Building Clientele
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Here's a short paragraph summary for the show notes: In this episode, host Denise Heroux sits down with Cassondra, owner of Club Posh and known as "The Unlimited Groomer," to discuss effective communication and pricing strategies in the pet grooming industry. They explore how to remove emotion from business decisions while maintaining empathy with …
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The Importance of Disaster Planning for Pet Facility Owners
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🌟 Unleash the Power of Preparedness! 🌟 Join us for a riveting episode of The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast as host Denise Heroux sits down with disaster planning expert Mary Oquendo. Dive into essential strategies for safeguarding your pet care facility against emergencies, emphasizing the importance of hands-on training and comprehensive disa…
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Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Pet Businesses: Insights from Lisa Menze
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Welcome back to another episode of The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have a special guest, Lisa Menze, the owner and founder of Internet Staffing Solutions, join our host Denise. Lisa brings a wealth of experience in the pet care industry and offers unique services through her company, which focuses on training virtua…
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Vibing with Your Values: Making Healthy Choices in Grooming
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In this episode of Splitting Hairs, hosts Kelsey and Denise delve into the importance of being true to oneself in the grooming industry. They share personal experiences and insights on setting boundaries, making tough decisions, and aligning with personal values to avoid burnout and maintain a healthy mindset. The conversation emphasizes the need f…
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Grooming Futures: Revolutionizing Education and Changing Lives
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In this episode of "Splitting Hairs," hosts Denise and Kelsey Ann chat with special guests Sierra and Patty about their groundbreaking efforts to revolutionize the dog grooming industry. Sierra shares her personal journey and the transformative power of dog grooming, highlighting its impact on individuals facing significant hardships. The conversat…
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Managing a Grooming Business in Low-Income Areas: Tips for Success
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Welcome to The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast! In this episode, host Denise Heroux chats with Bridget, a dedicated grooming business owner who transitioned from the horse industry to dog grooming. Bridget shares her journey, managing her growing team, and the challenges of setting prices in a low-income area. Denise offers expert advice on tier…
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Uniting Groomers: Arrogance Out, Empathy In
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In this episode of Splitting Hairs, hosts Denise and Kelsey delve into the essential aspects of professionalism and empathy in the grooming industry. They emphasize the importance of treating everyone with respect, irrespective of their experience level, and address the challenges of managing arrogance and ego. The discussion highlights the signifi…
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Turning Client Challenges into Growth Opportunities in Grooming
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Welcome to another engaging episode of The Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast! Today we're diving deep into the world of pet grooming businesses with our fantastic guest, Christina. Christina is the owner of Imperial Canine, a thriving brick and mortar grooming business based in Pickerington. She started her journey working in a vet clinic but soon…
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Groomers Unite: Crafting a Kinder, Safer Industry
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Join hosts Denise and Kelsey in the inaugural episode of "Splitting Hairs," where they tackle the pressing issues facing the grooming industry today. From discussing the personal impacts of their grooming careers to exploring the industry's need for standardized practices and fair compensation, they delve deep into the challenges and aspirations th…
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The Groomer's Guide to Overcoming Business Challenges and Finding Success
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Welcome back to the Ambitious Groomer Business Podcast! In today's episode, join our host Denise as she embarks on a personal journey through her storied career in the grooming industry and the unveiling of her latest passion project. From her early days finding serendipity in a newspaper job ad to transforming into a seasoned business owner with m…
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