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What happens when good promos go bad? In this episode, we're sharing our biggest tips for running smooth and profitable sales and promotions at your store. We have learned some hard lessons and we hope by sharing them here, you can learn from us without having to make those same mistakes yourself!
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Buckle up, pet pros, because we are about to take you on a wild ride through the world of Canva - the design tool that's about to change the game for your business. Whether you're a seasoned Canva wizard or you're still using outdated programs like Microsoft Publisher (yikes!), you're not going to want to miss the game-changing tips, tricks, and features we're spilling. Trust us, after this episode, you'll be creating jaw-dropping visuals that'll have your customers begging for more.
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In this episode, we discuss the importance of setting clear sales goals and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of your pet business. We share our own experiences with using detailed spreadsheets and visual tracking systems to stay on top of daily, monthly, and annual sales targets, and break down the value of sharing this data with your team to keep them motivated and engaged.
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https://linktr.ee/odysseypetsdallas
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This episode of the Pet Shop Girls is all about hiring and retaining excellent employees in your independent pet business. We're sharing our top strategies to find and foster 'rock star teams,' from Carly's unique open house hiring format to cultivating a positive workplace culture. We know what you're thinking - and trust us, we have included a bunch of low and no-cost ideas to help you retain top talent.
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When a key employee leaves suddenly, it can be a stressful and disruptive situation for a small business. In this episode, we discuss strategies for handling sudden employee departures, including having a backup plan, communicating with the team, and even considering exit interviews to learn from the experience. We're sharing our own stories and advice to help pet pros navigate this common challenge and come out stronger on the other side.
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In this episode, we're sharing our top 10 tips (plus a bonus tip!) for running your independent pet store. We created this list especially with newbies in mind, but even if you have been around for awhile, we think there might be a tip or two in here that you can use - because even we learned from each other while recording this episode!
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We are thrilled to introduce you to Nancy and Chris Guinn, the dynamic duo behind the successful pet retail chain Dog Krazy. In this episode, they share their incredible story of growing from a single store to 8 locations across Virginia, and their plans to expand even further through franchising. We know you will be inspired by their passion for enhancing the lives of dogs and their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional customer service and education. Their insights about maintaining consistency, developing strong teams, and navigating the challenges of multi-location growth will be invaluable for any pet pro looking to scale.
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When it comes to partnering with rescues and charities, it's easy for indie pet pros to find themselves making some of the same common mistakes. In this episode, we're sharing how to set clear boundaries and expectations to ensure that these collaborations are mutually beneficial. From vetting potential partners, creating partnership agreements, to offering creative donation options, we're sharing our own experiences navigating the challenges of "when good deeds go bad" to help you build successful community partnerships.
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This week, we're discussing the importance of having customer-friendly policies. From our own personal experiences with unfriendly policies like credit card surcharges, restrictive returns, and hidden fees, to the value of transparent communication, flexible payment options, and an overall positive shopping experience to build customer loyalty, we hope this episode encourages you to eliminate any unfriendly policies and focus on creating a welcoming environment for your customers.
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It's Christmas in September! Actually, we just wanted to take this opportunity to remind you that the holiday season is coming fast and it's time to prepare your promotions and marketing plans.
Here are some of the ideas we cover in more detail in this episode:
Plan and buy Christmas merchandise early - or at least as early as you still can!
Implement holiday sales and promotions, such as:
VIP holiday party with 20% off Christmas merchandise
"Stocking stuffer" event with 20% off small items
"Ugly sweater day" promotion
"Grinch hair, don't care" sale
Host a holiday-themed VIP customer appreciation event
Create a holiday gift guide
Optimize in-store merchandising and displays
Involve your team in the planning process
Discuss what worked well and what didn't in previous holiday seasons
Delegate tasks and set regular checkpoints to stay on track
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Ready to level up your advertising and promotions? This week, the Pet Shop Girls are sharing their real-world experiences - both successes and failures - when it comes to advertising tactics (including TV commercials, social media, SEO, and more). Listen in for actionable advice on affordable, effective ways to attract new customers and keep your business top-of-mind, even during slow periods.
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This week, we're sharing an episode we recorded LIVE at SUPERZOO at the Pet Product News booth. Were you at SUPERZOO? If not, this episode is your behind-the-scenes look at all the chaos and fun to be had there. We are so glad we got a chance to meet so many of you, and if you weren't there this year, we really hope to see you at a pet industry trade show soon!
Introducing our NEW podcast - for pet parents!
https://linktr.ee/tipthedish
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Join us for the grand finale of our Legendary Leadership series!
In this last episode, we sit down with Angela LaVelle, the visionary behind Retail.pet, the leading online training platform for Pet Retail Associates. Angela will share her expert insights on nurturing and developing your team effectively. From identifying team members' development needs to creating individualized growth plans and celebrating their successes, Angela covers it all.
Learn how to assess strengths and areas for improvement, set collaborative goals, provide essential resources, and track progress to ensure your team not only meets but exceeds their potential. Angela's strategies will empower you to support and uplift your team like never before.
Don’t miss this invaluable episode if you're looking to enhance your leadership skills and foster an environment of continuous development and learning.
Tune in to transform your approach to team development and lead your team to greater heights!
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Website: https://retail.pet/
Email: [email protected]
IG: https://www.instagram.com/retail.pet
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In the third episode of our Legendary Leadership Series, we are joined by guest Tammy Bond. Today, we are talking about the differences between coaching and traditional, 'old-school' style management and how it can benefit our teams. From active listening, to asking good questions, and so much more, Tammy has so much to share from her coaching certification background to revolutionize pet business team management.
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https://www.bondgroupenterprises.com/#
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammyjbond?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thetammybond?igsh=MXRnZnZuaDU3aW1pcA==
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This week we are back with part 2 of our Legendary Leadership Series. Today's guest is Jennifer Lymer, and we are talking all about building loyalty among your team. When we combine trust and safety with good culture, leadership, and recognition opportunities, we can build remarkably loyal teams.
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Over the next few weeks, we are excited to introduce our first mini-series of the Pet Shop Girls Podcast, all about Legendary Leadership. In this first episode of the Legendary Leadership Series, Richard Phillips joins us to talk about performance reviews and evaluations, leadership styles, and employee engagement.
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It's almost time for SUPERZOO, and we want to help you be prepared to make the most out of this incredible show. This week, we are sharing all kinds of tips including where to stay, using the app, navigating all the vendors without getting overwhelmed, what to pack and what to wear, and so much more.
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Our guest this week is Lisa Tully, and we are talking all about holistic healing for pets and their parents. From animal communication methods, to oils and herbs, to mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of healing, we are covering so much ground today.
Connect with Lisa:
https://animalhealing.ie/
https://www.instagram.com/animalhealinglisatully/
https://ausflowers.com.au - Grief resource mentioned in the episode
https://linktr.ee/animalhealinglisatully
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You've heard us talk about how much we love ChatGPT and leveraging AI in our businesses in previous episodes, and we are so excited to dig deeper into these topics in today's episode. Alongside our guest, we are sharing insights about leveraging various AI tools (including ChatGPT) to streamline administrative tasks, generate ideas, and optimize time efficiency.
Our guest this week is Josh Stewart-Van Dusen, CEO of Tandem X Visuals and Instant Media Hub. Both of these companies are cutting-edge and leading the charge when it comes to leveraging tech and AI for visual production and media management.
Free Download:
https://www.houseofpawspetpro.com/p/ultimate/
Connect with Josh:
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https://www.instagram.com/stewartvandusen/
https://www.instantmediahub.com/
https://tandemxvisuals.com/
https://x.com/joshstewartvand
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🎉🐾 Celebrate with us as we hit a milestone! 🐾🎉
Join Sherry and Carly on the Pet Shop Girls podcast this coming Tuesday for their special 30th episode!
They're going big with "30 Events in 30 Minutes" — packed with creative and inspiring event ideas for every Pet Pro. From fun community gatherings to unique in-store promotions, they've got something for everyone. And because they love to overdeliver, they've thrown in a few extra ideas just for you! Yes, they might have run a tad over 30 minutes, but trust us, every minute is pure gold!
Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of ideas. Tune in and start planning your next amazing event!
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