Is it a good idea to start a pet business with your life partner? 

Can you really run a thriving business, and still maintain a healthy and happy home life away from work? 

What happens to your relationship when the business faces real challenges?

Well, you are about to find out because in this week’s show, I’m talking to six couples who chose to build a pet business around their relationship, or should that be, build a relationship around their pet business! 

Either way you are in for a real treat with this episode, where we talk about the stresses, strains, strengths and weaknesses that you need to be aware of, as well as how to maintain good physical and mental health when you aren’t at work, and how to keep the business moving forward whilst you also stay true to your shared vision for your future together. 

Tune in to learn about;

Owning Your Superpower - Why you need to find out, and lean into what your individual business superpower is, to make your partnership stronger.

Business Down Time - Why it’s crucial you have downtime away from the business, and why you should schedule it into your routine.

Why Opposites Attract Really Works! – When both partners bring different skill sets you become the twin engines in your business.

The Bonus Business Courtship – Why going into business together forces you to learn about each other all over again.

The Business Couples Recipe – Why a shared vision, patience and constant communication are the keys to moving forward together through your business journey. 

Know thyself (and thy business partner) – Why staying grounded, putting your relationship first and prioritising your mental health over the financial health of the business, is crucial to ensure you have a long-lasting business and personal relationships

Huge thanks to all of the awesome couples who kindly gave up their time to share their story on this week’s show. 

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Huge thanks to this week’s show sponsor Pet Resort Hospitality Group. PRHG are building a family of the highest quality Pet Boarding & Daycare brands in North America. If you want to know what the future of your business could look like if you ever want to sell, then reach out to PRHG by going to petresorts.love

You can subscribe to the Pet Boarding and Daycare Magazine by going to PetBoardingandDaycare.com

Barkleigh’s next big pet boarding expo is Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo West, in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 20-22, 2024. 

Pet Boarding and Daycare West is an exciting national conference for professionals in the pet boarding and daycare industry. Featuring a two-day trade show showcasing the best products and companies in the industry, top industry speakers sharing their expertise, and an awesome line up of educational seminars. To inquire about a trade show booth go to Petboardingexpowest.com

To find out more about Dominic Hodgson and his pet business consulting services go to petbusinessmarketing.com

Find out more about this week’s amazing guests below;

Find out more about Tamsin and Nigel’s business by going to AmblesideDogWalkers

Find out more about Allison and Henry’s business by going to ScoutsHonour

Find out more about Britt and Sully’s business by going to TheBarkYard

Find out more about Sarah and Pete’s business by going to k9Adventures

Find out more about Maria and Pete’s business by going to TheSighthoundSavoy

Find out more about Amy and Bill’s business by going to SocialPetHotel

Episode Time Stamps

01.02- The Valentines couples special episode! 01.51 – The reviews for the podcast are in…03.17 – How to subscribe to the Pet Boarding and Daycare magazine03.51 – How Pet Resort Hospitality Group can help you sell your business05.11 – Meet Tamsin and Nigel from Ambleside Pet Care11.56 – How Allison and Henry maintain balance in business21.17 – How Britt and Sully have successfully split their business roles2...