Pet Boss® Podcast with Candace

This is a podcast for the local pet business owner. Get foundational business tips mixed with the latest secrets of what’s working now, especially in this challenging world. Hear honest conversations from industry peers working the streets of Main Street, where dog business is BIG business. So, if you’re a pet supply store, grooming salon, dog daycare, boarding facility, pet sitter or dog trainer - we welcome you! What really sets this show apart from others in this space is that your show host, Candace D’Agnolo, the CEO & Founder of Pet Boss Nation® - has started, scaled and sold successful pet businesses in almost every niche of the pet industry. Not only that, but her business had multiple locations, a team of 30 people, and annual revenue hitting multiple 7 figures. What this means for you is that you’ll get a holistic approach from someone who’s been on your biz journey from start to finish. Intrigued? Press play.

Entrepreneurship
Pets & Animals
Careers
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151: Tales of Pet Business Horror From the Pet ...
Join us for this spooky pet business story time, and remember - take these stories to the Pet Boss Crypt! 🧟
25 min
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REPLAY: Candace’s Q4 Survival Guide for Pet Bus...
Even though it’s October, and you might be thinking you missed the boat on planning a profitable, smooth Q4, that’s NOT true. No, Pet Boss. There is still time to have a very successful Q4, and your answers to how to get there are waiting inside this episode.
26 min
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150: How to Ride The Highs and Lows of Pet Busi...
Don't miss this emotional and uplifting conversation that will remind you of why you fell in love with the pet industry in the first place!
41 min
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149: How Emerging Pet Brands & Indie Retailers ...
Ever wonder what it really takes to launch a pet brand in today's competitive market? You're in for a treat with this podcast episode where Candace sits down with Jess Berger, founder of Bundle x Joy!
36 min
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148: Orientation Part Three: The Power Of Findi...
Listen in to this last installment of orientation and get ready to find out when you can RUSH enrollment!
36 min
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147: Orientation Part Two: Mastering Your Pet B...
38 min
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146: Orientation Part One: Welcome To Pet Boss ...
School is IN session, and you don't want to miss this opportunity to be part of the inaugural class at Pet Boss University!
32 min
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145: We Camp WAIT To Tell You About Camp Pet Bo...
32 min
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REPLAY: Self Care Isn’t Selfish: Tips for Avoid...
This episode is a labor of love, and we hope you use it to formulate a self care plan that extends well beyond September! Take care of yourself– and we’re here to help when you need it.
31 min
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144: How IndiePet is Empowering Independent Pet...
If you’ve been meaning to circle back and take a look at how IndiePet has grown as an organization since its inception, you DON’T want to miss this episode. Learn how joining forces with fellow independents can boost your business and strengthen the entire pet industry ecosystem!
28 min
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143: One Simple Change That Will Boost Your Sal...
In this behind-the-scenes episode, Candace shares a peek inside a live Q&A session featuring Pet Boss Club member Matt McCord from DogiZone. In her response to Matt’s question, she reveals practical strategies for maximizing impulse buys and refreshing your checkout area.
28 min
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142: Metro Paws’ Inspiring Story of Poop, Passi...
Whether you're a pet business owner or an aspiring petpreneur, this episode will leave you feeling inspired to take an idea and RUN with it (all while staying true to yourself and your morals!) Tune in to hear how passion, creativity, and a commitment to quality can turn a simple poop bag idea into a game-changing pet brand. 🙌
31 min
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141: Learn What Makes A Pet Business “America’s...
In this episode, Candace shines a spotlight on three Pet Boss Nation clients who clinched the prestigious title of America's Coolest pet businesses in the 2024 PETS+ contest. Their inspiring stories prove that with the right strategies and support, your pet business can achieve remarkable success… and get noticed for it!
44 min
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140: Candace’s Pet Business Exit Strategy Secrets
In this eye-opening episode, Candace shares her personal journey of exiting three pet businesses and the invaluable lessons she learned along the way. No matter what stage of business you’re in, an exit strategy is relevant to you, and it’s a question that pops up in our community often.
36 min
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139: Leveraging Emotional Intelligence & Franch...
Whether you're considering franchising your pet business, looking for funding options, or wanting to improve your leadership skills through emotional intelligence, this episode is for YOU. This is just the beginning of learning from this true innovator in the pet industry. Listen in and then grab your ticket to Camp Pet Boss to keep the wisdom from Adrian rolling!
35 min
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138: Thinking Bigger For Your Pet Business With...
Whether you're considering joining the Pet Boss Mastermind or simply curious about what high-level pet business coaching looks like, you’ll learn so much about the power of collaboration and continuous learning in the pet industry. Tune in!
40 min
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137: From 1 to 20 Locations: Teresa Miller’s Jo...
Teresa reveals her journey of building a pet business powerhouse across Missouri, offering a treasure trove of insights for pet entrepreneurs at every stage.
36 min
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136: Go From Money Mess To Financial Success In...
In this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast, Candace shares some of the biggest takeaways from that recent 8-week money marathon with our Pet Boss Club members. She even shares some direct clips from those Zoom calls that will be very eye-opening and relatable!
33 min
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135: From Craft Fairs to 300 Retail Locations: ...
In this episode, Candace got to chat with Ava and Ina Dorsey, ⅔ of the team behind Ava’s Pet Palace, the company Ava started when she was just 8 years old!
30 min
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134: Promotions That Will Make Your Revenue Pop...
In this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast, Candace opens the door to the world of promotions, specifically focusing on the powerful "Fifth Saturday Sale" concept (which many of our Pet Boss Club members have seen great success with!)
27 min
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133: How To Build A Global Pet Business Empire ...
In this episode, Candace went from fangirling these business owners on social media to connecting with them and finally got to sit down and interview her now friends, Charly and Larry Pruden, the powerhouse couple behind Pawdega – the first international online pet wellness store that's taking the world by storm.
40 min
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132: Lessons Learned On Candace’s Canadian Trad...
Buckle up, Pet Boss– Candace is taking you along for the international ride! In this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast, she shares her adventure-filled journey to Niagara Falls for her first-ever Canadian pet industry event!
39 min
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131: Create An Obsession-Worthy Pet Brand On A ...
In this episode, Candace sits down with marketing expert Kerrie Fitzgerald of the E-Commere Society to give you the best of both worlds– turning your customers into RAVING fans without breaking the bank on advertising.
34 min
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130: Three-Step Framework For Tackling Money Pr...
Money is a tough topic to discuss, but this episode is sure to remove that stigma and inspire you to face your relationship with money head-on. Money bliss does NOT have to be a fairy tale story… it can be your real-life happy ending as a pet business owner! So listen in!
42 min
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129: Everything You Need To Know About Camp Pet...
If you are a pet business owner, manager, or industry pro looking for a transformative experience that will help you grow both personally and professionally– then Camp Pet Boss is calling your name.
29 min