Lucky Pup Podcast Morgan Weber

Welcome to the Lucky Pup Podcast, where we are talking business, dogs, and how to live a full and happy life! I’m your host, Morgan Weber. I’m a business owner, was Pet Sitter of the Year, honestly, I’m often unreasonably optimist, and I just love big ideas. I was an almost-architect before trading in my hard hat for my favorite leash, and now I get to live out my passion for people and their pets. I’m really excited you are here with me for this new podcast. We’re going to have candid and authentic conversations around lessons learned over the years, the struggles and joys of being a business owner, and making sure to prioritizing our own full and happy life. Stay tuned, because things are getting good. I can’t wait to talk to you again soon!___________________About the Lucky Pup Podcast:

You can find show notes, transcripts, and more on our website: http://luckypuppod.com. Please comment, like, and share these conversations with your friends. One of the hardest parts about starting a podcast is getting people to find you! Leaving positive reviews and sharing episodes is a great way to help us out! 

You can listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Podchaser & TuneIn. 

I would also really love if you would connect with me on social media, because that is way more fun than just talking into the internet! You can follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, & Youtube. Send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com

In addition to the podcast, you can find me a few other places online!
  -  You can find me on Instagram
  -  Memory Flame makes it easy to send remembrance gifts to hurting hearts: Instagram & Facebook
  -  Lucky Pup Adventures provides VIP pet care for Very Important Pets:  Instagram & Facebook

Until next time, don’t forget to live a more full and happy life. I'll talk to you soon!

I am so excited to be kicking off Season One of the Lucky Pup Podcast with you! Whether you are just starting out or have been in business for many years or somewhere in between, I hope my guests and I will bring you new things to think about and fresh perspectives as we talk about business and living a full and happy life. ___________________About the Lucky Pup Podcast:

You can find show notes, transcripts, and more on our website: http://luckypuppod.com. Please comment, like, and share these conversations with your friends. One of the hardest parts about starting a podcast is getting people to find you! Leaving positive reviews and sharing episodes is a great way to help us out! 

You can listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Podchaser & TuneIn. 

I would also really love if you would connect with me on social media, because that is way more fun than just talking into the internet! You can follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, & Youtube. Send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com

In addition to the podcast, you can find me a few other places online!
  -  You can find me on Instagram
  -  Memory Flame makes it easy to send remembrance gifts to hurting hearts: Instagram & Facebook
  -  Lucky Pup Adventures provides VIP pet care for Very Important Pets:  Instagram & Facebook

Until next time, don’t forget to live a more full and happy life. I'll talk to you soon!

Meghan and Collin Funkhouser with Pet Sitter ConfessionalMeghan and Collin are usually they're the ones doing the interviewing, so I'm really happy to turn the tables and get to be asking the questions today. They bring so much to our industry through their weekly podcast, their Facebook group for pet sitters, and their daily work as pet business owners.I think so many of us can really connect to the hurdles that they have had, and I hope you know that you aren't alone in your struggles, either.
Things Meghan and Collin are passionate about:
    Connecting pet parents with resources, regardless of the stage of life their pet is in    Making our community more pet friendly    Connecting pet sitters with one another, wherever they are
Topics & time stamps:
    [00:00:00] Introduction    [00:00:47] Welcome to the Lucky Pup Podcast     [00:01:41] Interview with Collin and Meghan    [00:03:24] Balancing Work and Personal Life    [00:05:26] The Importance of Saying No, Dealing with Burnout and Overcommitment    [00:08:45] The Importance of Mental Health in Business    [00:24:04] The Impact of Pet Loss and Grief    [00:31:35] The Role of Podcasting in the Pet Industry    [00:49:22] Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Guest links: You can find Pet Sitter Confessional wherever you listen to podcasts and on their website petsitterconfessional.com, and you can learn more about their pet care business here: funkybunchpetcare.com.
      Follow on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, & Youtube
      Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, & TuneIn
      Email them at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com
      Join their facebook group

_______________Show notes, transcripts, and more are on our website. Review, comment, like, and share these conversations!Listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc.Connecting is more fun than just talking into the internet! Follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com.

Episode Guest: Olivia M. Gonzalez with OMG Brand StoryOlivia has a passion for life and for telling her clients stories. She believes everyone has a story worth telling, and that it provides a vehicle for connection, perspective, and empowerment. We talk about what makes a cohesive brand special and how it needs to be tailored to each individual business. Olivia wants everyone to recognize their unique brand personality through their mission, vision, purpose and core values. But, a brand story goes beyond identifying those things. Olivia shares how a brand story is integral to how your business operates, the decisions you make every day, and how you interact with your clients and your team. 
She dares you to believe in the power of your story, but also to act intentionally through your everyday work.

Things Olivia is passionate about:
  -  Sharing stories to create meaningful connections  -  Holding up the mirror so clients can see themselves as others see them  -  Empowering business owners to share with confidence  -  Providing 35,000 foot perspective when clients are in the forest
Topic time stamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction and Catalyst Moment
[00:00:36] Welcome to the Lucky Pup Podcast
[00:00:56] Introducing Olivia and OMG Brand Story
[00:03:30] The Power of Storytelling in Branding
[00:07:47] The Role of Core Values in Storytelling
[00:14:22] The Power of Intentionality and Action
[00:21:15] The Impact of Intentionality on Marketing Strategy
[00:35:05] The Challenge of Articulating Your Unique Story
[00:39:48] The Impact of Perspective
[00:44:31] Misconception of Simple Solutions
[00:58:07] ABC to OMG Branding
[01:10:30] The Importance of Starting and Taking Action
Guest links:
Website: omgbrandstory.com/ABC2OMG Brand Development ProgramFollow Olivia on: Instagram & TikTokFollow OMG Brand Story on: Instagram, Facebook, & TwitterEmail them at: info@omgbrandstory.com
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About the Lucky Pup Podcast:

Show notes, transcripts, and more are on our website. Review, comment, like, and share these conversations!

Listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc.
Connecting is more fun than just talking into the internet! Follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com.

Episode Guest: Megan Dahle, CFOWhen it comes to running a successful business, understanding the numbers is crucial. That's why we sat down with Megan Dahle, a seasoned expert in all things numbers, to gain valuable insights that business owners can put into practice. However, when we don’t see how to take this information and use it to make informed decisions in our business, we are missing vital information. Megan is here to introduce you to her Four Vital Numbers and what they mean for your business.

Megan wants entrepreneurs to know that measuring your business can be intuitive. All you need are four vital numbers and to understand how they influence your business operations. She believes 1) we are not our businesses, 2) our businesses can and should serve us, and 3) our businesses are a tool for meeting our goals and they shouldn’t take more from us than they give.

Things Megan is passionate about:-  Helping people craft Happy Little Businesses(tm) -  Instilling confidence in decisions and owning the stewardship role that makes this possible. -  Helping businesses and their communities thrive -  Helping small businesses play their own game and define "enough" for themselves
Topic time stamps:00:34 Introduction to the Lucky Pup Podcast00:54 Interview with Megan Dahle02:30 Understanding the Relationship Between Business and Numbers04:26 The Concept of Happy Little Businesses11:48 The Vital Four Numbers in Business15:15 The Reality of Business Capacity19:13 Understanding Your Business as a Separate Entity22:37 Making Business Decisions Based on the Vital Four Numbers28:47 Dealing with Financial Decisions in Business30:54 Finding Satisfaction in Your Work34:44 The Evolution of Business45:17 Defining Success in Business52:28 Learning from Business Challenges54:50 Conclusion
Guest links:
Website: megandahle.com/Follow Megan on: Instagram & FacebookEmail them at: hello@megandahle.com_______________

About the Lucky Pup Podcast:

Show notes, transcripts, and more are on our website. Review, comment, like, and share these conversations!

Listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc.

Connecting is more fun than just talking into the internet! Follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com.

Episode Guest: Diana of Diana Davis Creative

Diana Davis has led an extraordinary life, filled with major shifts and evolutions. From growing up on a cattle ranch to becoming a published cookbook author, professional graphic designer, and successful business coach, Diana has embraced the endless possibilities life has to offer. She moved to New York City without a job or a place to live, and within a few short years she was running her own multiple-six figure business. But, she also found she was struggling with hustle culture, burnout, and creating a life that brought her true contentment.

Traveling the world, Diana shows her clients that it is possible to do what you love and live a life of adventure and purpose. Drawing from her own experiences and expertise, Diana now helps others turn their passions into profitable businesses, empowering them to achieve their own dreams and tap into a community of like-minded business owners.

Things Diana is passionate about:
Empowering creatives to know they CAN build a business and a life they love.Building a supportive communityFinding balance, ditching the hustle, getting support for our businesses
Topic time stamps:
00:00 Diana Davis
01:11 Welcome to the Lucky Pup Podcast
01:33 Introducing Diana Davis: Entrepreneur and Business Coach
05:39 The Importance of Money Mindset
09:05 The Value of Your Work and Charging Accordingly
20:24 Avoiding Burnout and Prioritizing Self-Care
24:52 The Power of Self-Trust and Personal Development
31:54 Redefining Success and Contentment
33:55 The Game Changer: Hiring a Business Coach
36:16 The Power of Delegation and Outsourcing
48:51 The Power of Small Joys and Being Present
54:20 The Journey of a Nomad
59:00 Collaborating with the Universe
01:01:01 Conclusion: Embracing the Messiness of Life
Guest links & Resources Mentioned:
Website: dianadaviscreative.comFollow Diana on: InstagramListen to the Pollen Podcast
Diana’s podcast about hiring a teamBook: The Big LeapJoin Diana on a business retreat in Ecuador
___________________About the Lucky Pup Podcast:

Show notes, transcripts, and more are on our website. Review, comment, like, and share these conversations!

Listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc.
Connecting is more fun than just talking into the internet! Follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com.