Wondering how to keep labor costs under control without sacrificing quality?

How do some daycares manage to keep their wage costs below the mythical 40%?

What tools and systems can help you improve efficiency across multiple locations?

In this episode, Dom chats with Sean Felty from Greenlin Pet Resorts, who shares his game-changing productivity calculator - a tool designed to help pet care facilities slash labor costs and dramatically increase profitability. Sean reveals how his background in healthcare management inspired the creation of this system, and how implementing it in his own facilities led to six-figure savings. 

Later in the episode, Tim Jackson yet again dives into the transformative role of enrichment programs and how they not only enhance the dogs’ experiences but also increase client retention and revenue. Tim explains why enrichment should be the ‘Hero’ service your daycare provides, and why smart daycare owners are making themed enrichments the core offering that sets successful facilities apart. Don’t miss out on this revolutionary listen!

In this episode, you’ll discover:

The Productivity Calculator – How Sean’s cool tool tracks daily labor efficiency.

Scaling with Precision – Why growth magnifies the importance of cost control.

The Staffing Sweet Spot – Finding the right balance to maintain service quality.

Labor KPIs That Matter – The metrics you need to track to boost your bottom line.

Profit-Boosting Strategies – Simple adjustments that lead to significant savings.

Thanks to my awesome guest Sean Felty. To get a copy of Seáns FREE Dog Daycare Labor Management Guide – Click here now 

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Episode Highlights:

[00:51] – Dom introduces the episode, setting us up for the dulcet tones of Sean Felty and Tim Jackson.[03:14] – Sean Felty discusses his background in healthcare management and how it shaped his productivity calculator.[08:00] – The challenges of labor management in seasonal businesses and avoiding runaway costs.[12:37] – Sean explains how his productivity calculator tracks volume and hours daily.[16:17] – Discussing the immediate savings and operational improvements after implementing the system.[22:33] – Hear the success stories from facilities that used the productivity calculator to cut costs.[29:37] – Tim Jackson reflects on Pirate Month and its impact on Enrich U participants.[31:15] – How Enrich U’s themed months simplify marketing and drive client engagement.[35:00] – Dom and Tim give a sneak peek at upcoming themes like Superhero Month and Dino Month.[37:00] – Dom wraps up and looks ahead to the PB&D Podcast blowing out its first birthday candle very soon…

Ready to take your pet care business to the next level? Tune in, take notes, and start making 2025 your most profitable year yet!