Burnout is a pervasive issue in the pet care industry. I’m introducing you to my dog Olive, whose life and eventual death changed my mindset around life and business. We are talking about how to identify and prevent burnout, and I’m introducing the Align cohort—a program designed to align a business with the owner to prevent burnout, manage stress, and live authentically while running a successful business.

Prioritize your growth, your business, and tap into the community that awaits you at an in-person conference! While there will always be great educational sessions, there is nothing like forming deep connections with fellow professionals who truly “get it.”

In business you have to balance self-care with the service of your business. Dr. Amy Porto challenges the narratives of Diet Culture and Entrepreneurship with a focus on self-care over self-control.

Whether your business is large or small, it needs more than just you as the owner at the helm. Every business owner deserves to have someone in their corner to help the business run smoothly.

Whether your business is large or small, it needs more than just you as the owner at the helm. Every business owner deserves to have someone in their corner to help the business run smoothly.

Whether your business is large or small, it needs more than just you as the owner at the helm. Every business owner deserves to have someone in their corner to help the business run smoothly.

Whether your business is large or small, it needs more than just you as the owner at the helm. Every business owner deserves to have someone in their corner to help the business run smoothly.

Does your visual brand tell your story? A cohesive visual brand helps you stand out in a crowded marketplace. Kaila helps you understand the perception and importance of impactful visual design.

Kim Tank has been in the pet care industry for almost four decades. Kim highlights the importance of a sustainable weekly workload for long term success, preventing burnout, and the benefits of sharing your workload with a team.

This year especially I am reflecting as the year comes to a close. I encourage you to both reflect on the year behind you, and also look forward to the year ahead. I’m sharing my thoughts with you, whether you want to maintain, grow, or change something in the next year.

Walker Scout is dedicated to helping other small businesses with their recruiting and hiring processes. Joe’s background in dog walking led him to create a business that combines his love for animals with his expertise in recruiting amazing employees.

Do you know the difference between managing and leading? We often underestimate the skills needed to be a great manager. Courtney wants to teach entrepreneurs about the power of people, that business ownership doesn’t need to be a grind, and to be bold in creating great culture!

Diana is on a remarkable journey: from growing up on a cattle ranch to building a multiple six-figure solo photography business, she now travels the world as a full-time nomad and business coach. Diana shares her insights on the perils of hustle culture and the challenges and joys of entrepreneurship.

Diana is on a remarkable journey: from growing up on a cattle ranch to building a multiple six-figure solo photography business, she now travels the world as a full-time nomad and business coach. Diana shares her insights on the perils of hustle culture and the challenges and joys of entrepreneurship.

As business owners we always hear that we need to understand the financials of our business. “Know your numbers!” But so often what those numbers mean and can be applied aren’t exactly tangible. As a CFO and Happy Business expert, Megan Dahle is helping to make measuring our business make sense with four simple numbers.

Olivia dares you to believe in the power of your own story. Your clients need to hear your unique story. The power of story can build connections, and your mission, vision, purpose and core values defines your brand. Olivia dares you to believe in the power of your story, and also to act intentionally through your everyday work.

Meghan and Collin are usually they’re the ones doing the interviewing on Pet Sitter Confessional. They bring so much to our industry through their podcast, Facebook group for pet sitters, and their daily work as pet business owners. So many of us can really connect to their hurdles – know you aren’t alone in your struggles, either.

Thank you for joining me as we officially kick off Season One of the Lucky Pup Podcast together! 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. We have a great slate of guests waiting for you!

I’m your host, Morgan Weber. 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!