This Dog Podcast Could Have Been An Email

Melanie Newman
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Join Melanie Newman, Jacqie Giggins, Zach Douglas and Macie Pisa for a monthly, entertaining take on life in the grooming world. We cover salon stories, product reviews, client‑communication tips, industry trends and dog‑lifestyle chat, all real talk and humour. Subscribe on Spotify and Youtube for fresh episodes every month.

Episodes

  1. Beyond Resolutions! Turning Yearly Hopes into Everyday Habits.

    FEB 10

    Beyond Resolutions! Turning Yearly Hopes into Everyday Habits.

    Join Mel, Zach and Jacqie as they chat about beyond the resolutions.Tired of the New Year pressure to reinvent yourself? This podcast is for groomers and independent creatives who want steady progress, not seasonal hype. We break down how to move from manifesting ideas to real-world results: setting realistic goals, building daily systems, staying focused when you work alone, and creating simple accountability that fits a busy schedule. Expect practical steps, short mindset shifts, and stories from fellow groomers who turned small, consistent actions into lasting change, no resolution required.📌What you’ll hear:►Why skipping “New Year, New You” can free you to keep momentum year-round. ►Turning vague dreams into clear, tiny next steps►Affordable accountability tools and community tactics for independent workers►Real success stories and quick, implementable tips►Perfect for anyone who wants sustainable growth without waiting for January 1st.🩷Connect with Mel► Youtube-    / @melanienewmansalonessentials  ► Instagram-   / melanienewman_salonessentials  ► Facebook-   / melanienewmansalon  🇦🇺 www.melanienewman.com.au🇺🇸 www.melnewman.com🇨🇦 www.melnewman.caIf you found this helpful, please Like 👍Comment your questions below ✍️

    41 min

  2. 12/22/2025

    Logging Off to Tune In: Macie’s Honest Break from Social Media.

    In this month’s episode, we’re diving into something that so many of us struggle with but rarely talk about honestly: stepping away from social media. Over the Christmas break, we take time to slow down, log off, and re‑focus, and this episode is all about what that really looks and feels like.  Macie talks in depth about her own challenges when she stopped posting. What led her to take a break, the fears that came up around being “invisible” online, and how that decision affected her mental health, her work, and her relationships. We’ll also explore how stepping back from the scroll has helped us reconnect with our real communities, sharing our knowledge in person, being more present with our clients, our dogs, and the people we love, and finding joy in moments that never make it to a feed. Joining you this month are: Melanie Newman, founder of Melanie Newman Salon Essentials and the reason your dog’s hair looks better than yours.Zach Douglas, one of Australia’s favourite pet stylists by day and checking it twice by night.Jacqie Giggins,  Gundog Specialist, my wit is my superpower!Macie Pisa, USA top pet groomer and your furry best friends, best friend.Together, we’re unpacking the pressures of always being “on,” why it’s okay to step away, and how taking a social media break can help you re‑align with who you are. Connect with Mel Youtube- https://youtube.com/@melanienewmansalonessentials?si=DQQNIc9DiEXDvGzy Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/melanienewman_salonessentials/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/MelanieNewmanSalon/

    42 min

  3. 11/15/2025

    Casting Calls to Callbacks: Dog Groomers on Shark Tank, Big Brother & Pooch Perfect

    Meet the four of us—Mel (Shark Tank), Zach (Big Brother), Jacqie, and Macie (Pooch Perfect winner)—all professional dog groomers—sharing candid stories from auditions to callbacks, life on reality TV, and what happens after the cameras stop. We dig into grooming careers on and off TV, casting tips, behind-the-scenes truths, mental health, career pivots, and building a brand post-show. If you’re curious about Shark Tank pitches, Big Brother gameplay, or the path to winning Pooch Perfect, this episode delivers real lessons, laughs, and takeaways for aspiring contestants, groomers, and fans. Connect with Mel Youtube- https://youtube.com/@melanienewmansalonessentials?si=DQQNIc9DiEXDvGzy Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/melanienewman_salonessentials/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/MelanieNewmanSalon/

    39 min
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Join Melanie Newman, Jacqie Giggins, Zach Douglas and Macie Pisa for a monthly, entertaining take on life in the grooming world. We cover salon stories, product reviews, client‑communication tips, industry trends and dog‑lifestyle chat, all real talk and humour. Subscribe on Spotify and Youtube for fresh episodes every month.

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