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The Daily Groomer Alex Martin and Shannon Wynings Roberts
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Tales, tails, and tangles from professional groomers across the world
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Best Practices for Mobile Grooming with Kimmie Calderon
Summary
In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Kimmie Calderon, a pioneer in mobile grooming. She shares her journey from physical therapy to rolling out a thriving grooming empire. We'll tackle the ins and outs of brand promotion, the tricky business of discounts, hiring top-notch groomers, and utilizing the right software for seamless operations. Plus, Kimmie reveals her approach to community building and marketing strategies that keep her business scaling up. Don't miss this episode packed with insights for aspiring and current groomers alike!
Timestamps
06:01 Embrace sharing, find support, lean on experts
09:35 Attracting talent and clients for new business
17:15 Platform support, ad algorithms, targeting engagement strategies
31:01 Recognize, respect, and reward talented groomers
36:21 Groomers educate pet parents to prevent matting
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The Best Ways to Deal with Aggressive Dogs
Summary
In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Ashlee Jewkes, an expert in grooming aggressive dogs. With over a decade of experience, Ashlee has developed a keen understanding of canine behavior. She emphasized the importance of trust and respect, advocating for one-on-one sessions to ensure safety and personalized care. Ashlee shared that with empathy and patience, about 80% of aggressive dogs show significant improvement over time. Her insights provide valuable guidance for groomers handling challenging pets. Tune in to learn how empathy and skill can transform even the most challenging grooming session into a success story.
Timestamps
08:32 Importance of educating clients on proper pet care
11:15 Assess dog behavior through owner interaction and grooming
19:34 Recommendations for handling grooming aggressive dogs effectively
23:30 Setting prices for grooming aggressive dogs—unique challenge.
34:43 Seek help from an experienced groomer directly
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After Hours: Laura Jayne
After Hours Episode #35: Shannon and Laura Jayne sit down to talk EVERYTHING. And I mean everything... this is a LONG one 😂
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Business Fundamentals with The Ruff Life
Summary
In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Chris and Emily Elias, founders of a luxury mobile grooming service. With over 15 years of experience, they shared insights into pricing strategies in the pet grooming industry. Chris emphasized adjusting prices based on supply and demand, while Emily highlighted the importance of empathy alongside profitability. They discussed their own pricing evolution and predicted a shift towards mobile grooming over traditional shops. Their advice offers valuable guidance for grooming professionals looking to navigate pricing effectively. Join us as we uncover how The Ruff Life Mobile Grooming scales their business and maintains its unique edge in a competitive market.
Timestamps
10:30 COVID led to mobile industry growth retention
24:44 Professional services should be valued equally
26:16 Customer loyalty outweighs small cost differences
29:33 Earn client trust through consistent positive reviews
32:07 Social media presence signals success for businesses
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After Hours: Gemini Season
After Hours Episode 34: It's summer so you know what that means?? Gemini season!! Shannon talks about how to prepare for a summer of grooming, taking vacations, summer policies and even bartering.
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