In this bonus episode, Maggie Christina joins Kristen Lee to talk about what it means to have a Dog Business Without Borders (and not meaning dogs being boarded).

They discuss how dog trainers, dog walkers, pet sitters, groomers can start to create a business without limits and being stuck to only one service area. Say what??? How so? 

Imagine, being able to have continuous, profitable growth without employees or a physical facility --- that is what being a dog business without borders is.... not the old, outdated model of being stuck in one service area, feeling imprisoned and in a rut. 

Kristen and Maggie discuss how planning has been disastrous in 2020 and why the non-planner entrepreneurs are thriving in the chaos. 

Maggie shares her split-second decision to get on her motorcycle and ride across the country without a PLAN. And how making and committing to that journey took Grassroots out of a business rut. 

In today's episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee covers FOUR new areas that dog biz owners should focus on for the remainder of 2020 and going into 2021. 

The Four Areas:

1. Public Speaking & Facilitation Delivery 
2. Advanced Branding
3. Digital Marketing 
4. Adventure Based Program Design

Kristen also covers the shifts in the pet-owning market:

Research that consumers are purchasing educational BASED services (which include dog business owners - not just trainers, I'm talking to the dog walkers, pack walkers, pack hikers, groomers, and petsitters) are fastly trending up. Meaning, people want to be involved and educated in all aspects of their dog and lifestyle. 

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Connect with Kristen & Grassroots:

Online: www.dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool

In this emotional episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business Podcast, Kristen shares the life and business lessons from her heart and soul dog, Bella that passed away in July. 

• It is okay to be tired and need rest in not just your personal life, but also your dog business
• Rock bottom with the end near, you can still rally and fight
• Asking for help and delegating, no matter how tough you think you are
• Trusting your gut
• Perseverance and grit will always win
• Love with boundaries 
• Eat good food

And don't be sad for us --- it was an honor to share this episode and lessons from our sweet Bella

Justice For Breonna Taylor Resources:

https://justiceforbreonna.org/

https://www.bustle.com/wellness/how-to-demand-justice-breonna-taylor

2020 Isn't Cancelled Poem

Artist - Leslie Dwight

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Connect with Kristen & Grassroots:

Online: www.dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool

WHITE DOG TRAINERS - YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO THIS

In today's very special episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with Mahogany Gamble to share her experiences and views as a successful black woman in the dog training industry. 

Mahogany Gamble shares her stories and everyday experiences of systemic racism and how ALL white people unconsciously share the implicit biases. She shares her experiences with influential dog trainers and groups as a black woman - from not being safe to being completely gaslit from some of the biggest names in the dog training industry. 

We also speak candidly why organizations, other leaders/influencers in the dog training world have not publicly addressed black lives matter or shown public support for their black members, peers, colleagues. And how well-intended groups that are meant to have inclusiveness are detrimental and a form of white saviorship.  

This is an episode; every single white dog trainer needs sit down and LISTEN.

BLACK LIVES MATTER

Connect With Mahogany:

Connect Directly with Mahogany: https://www.facebook.com/migkid

Website:  Infinite K9 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mahoganygamble/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealmahoganyg/

BLACK LIVES MATTER

Dear Dog Trainers, Dog Walkers, and Pet Business Owners:

Listen, I get it. Using your "platform" feels intimidating. You might not feel like you even have a platform, or not even know what the fuck to say.

Or you might feel terrified of saying the wrong thing. Maybe you think your voice doesn't matter or the deep-seated fear of being ostracized from your fellow dog trainer, dog walkers, peers, colleagues, or organizations.

But, the truth is that are ways you can use your platform for disruption. As quiet as you want. Or as loud as you want.

In today's episode, I give you the step by step game plan to start using your platform and creating disruption. My goal with this episode is to legit give you the steps, piece by piece to begin using your motherfucking platform for good by creating disruption.

BLACK LIVES MATTER

Links:
How Can White Dog Trainers Support The BIPOC Community
Understanding Allyship
Resources To Become The Change

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Connect with Kristen & Grassroots:

Online: www.dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool

On today's episode of the Mind Your Own Dog Business podcast, Kristen Lee and Maggie Christina talk about the future of the dog training business that every dog biz owner needs to know. 

Because the dog biz industry and market are changing fast, like dramatically FAST, like no one has ever seen before - not even in 2008. 

Maggie talks about the next 18 months as a dog biz owner is going to be a wild freaking time for even the most established dog trainers, dog walkers, and dog hikers. What challenges every single dog business owner is going to face, who will be affected the most.

For some, this is going to be that opportunity to step into the advanced phases of their dog biz. And for other others, it might just be the final straw that makes many dog trainers close up shop for good.

It's real. It's raw. And it's what this industry needs.

Links:

The Future Of Dog Training Conversation - Register Here

Grassroots Dog Biz Owners Group -for the replay 

Grassroots Dog Biz Wellness Plan

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Connect with Kristen & Grassroots:

Online: www.dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristenleegrassroots/

Secrets. Shame. Toxic Culture. In the Dog Training Industry.

:: Trigger Warning :: Sexual Assualt Topic

A serious conversation with Erin Moore, Dog Trainer, Dog Industry Coach, and Trauma Recovery specialist. 

In today's episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee and Erin Moore speak on the assault, harassment that is happening behind the scenes in the dog training world. Note: this episode was recorded in January 2020. 

Erin shares her personal experiences with dog influential dog trainer(s) that have a history of predatory behavior, why the professional dog training organizations have failed the victims when reporting and the psychology behind being a victim

Kristen and Erin also deep dive into rape culture in the dog training industry and how to get support help if you've experienced this. 

I've always promised you, MYODB is real, it's raw. And what this industry needs. 


Links:

Connect with Erin Moore

Erin's Facebook Group: dog biz 911

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erinmooredogprostrategist/

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Connect with Kristen & Grassroots:

Online: www.dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristenleegrassroots/

Dog Trainers. Dog Walkers. Dog Business Owners. Listen up.

Coronavirus is here and wreaking havoc on so many dog business owners, scrambling with last-minute cancellations, empty dog walking slots, quiet kennels, and so much more.

Let's stop the panic and start looking at this as a massive opportunity to refocus HOW your services and offers are structured.

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee and Maggie Christina (founder of the Grassroots Fusion Program System) talk about:

How now is the best time to redevelop your programs as a dog trainer, dog walker or pack hiker

• Making strategic decisions during times of crisis
• How proactive vs. reactive will always be in your favor
• Finding a business coach to support you and your business 

Kristen and Maggie will also be hosting an exclusive live masterclass on building out your Fusion Programs on March 18 at noon EST. 

Registration:

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1CE5-NaKQGKt7dBV66hZCw

Links:

Grassroots Dog Biz Owners Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GrassrootsBizOwners

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Bella Vasta - Jump Consulting

Connect with Kristen & Grassroots 

Dog Business School: https://dogbizschool.com/

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kristenleegrassroots

In this episode of Mind Your Own Dog Business, Kristen Lee sits down with legendary dog trainer, YouTube sensation, and an all-around amazing person, Larry Krohn. 

Larry and Kristen talk about: 

• The mindset of dog trainers 
• Education culture vs. the shaming culture 
• Importance of focusing on your craft as a dog trainer 
• Simplifying how to connect to dog owners 
• How not getting caught up in the bullshit of the balanced vs. positive dog training  

Larry also shares his thoughts around the most significant threats to any dog trainer and his number one piece of advice for any dog business owner.

Links:

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Connect with Kristen:

Online: https://thekristenlee.com 

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kristenleegrassroots

Learn more about Grassroots 

Online: https://dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @grassrootsdogbiz

Bitches, it's time for the Grassroots Coaches Corner. Exclusive, insider access to dog business coaching sessions from Grassroots Dog Biz School students.

In this episode, Kristen Lee and Maggie Christina connect about sales is the very first boundary all dog business owners should be set immediately out of the gate with any new dog owner client. And how having a reliable process, holding prospective clients accountable will not only help your sales but also make you a better dog trainer, 

Links:

Check out more episodes of Mind Your Own Dog Business

Dog Business Wellness Plan

Connect with Kristen:

Online: https://thekristenlee.com 

Instagram: @dogwalkercoach

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kristenleegrassroots

Learn more about Grassroots 

Online: https://dogbizschool.com

Instagram: @grassrootsdogbiz

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassrootsDogBizSchool