Episode 365 - Why Your Pet Business Needs an AI Assistant with Josh Hightower
The Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Release Date: 08/30/2024
The Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Have you started mapping out your 2025 pet business battle plan? Wondering what it really takes to attract affluent clients who are happy to pay top dollar? Have you planned out your conference season calendar, but don't want to see the same old speakers churn out presentations you've heard a hundred times? Then tune in because this week I’m sharing all the details about my upcoming Dog Daycare Business Bootcamp, which is happening in January 2025 in Orlando. Over two intense days, I’ll help you create a personalised pet business blueprint to smash your 2025 goals. Whether it’s...
info_outline Episode 378: How to Add a Scent Space (and HUGE Profits) to Your Dog Daycare BusinessThe Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Have you heard of scent spaces? They’re the hottest new trend taking doggy daycares by storm - and for good reason. These small but mighty rooms are turning unused spaces into revenue-generating, behavior-calming, tail-wagging goldmines. In this episode, Dom Hodgson reveals how scent spaces can transform your daycare into the talk of the town. Joined by Tim Jackson, who’s seen firsthand the power of this innovation, Dom breaks down why scent spaces are the ultimate upgrade for any facility. Whether you want calmer, happier dogs, more impressed clients, or a premium service that...
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Tired of digital overwhelm and craving real-world connections? Wondering how use live events to create loyalty that no Facebook campaign ever could? In this episode, I dive into the power of live events - whether they’re community open houses, themed daycare activities, or professional expos like the ones we’ve been attending. I share the lessons I’ve learned from hosting and participating in events that have inspired connection, sparked new ideas, and created lasting loyalty among clients and teams alike. You’ll also hear from Eve Molzhon of Dog Handler Academy, who highlights how...
info_outline Episode 376 - How Enrich University Provides a Premium Priced Pet Care BlueprintThe Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Are you struggling to attract affluent clients who are willing to pay what your services are worth? Wondering how to position your daycare as the go-to premium provider in your town? Curious about how enrichment can transform your business and build loyalty? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of the Enrich University launch and share the game-changing enrichment strategies that are helping daycare owners elevate their businesses, and make more money with fewer clients... Whether you’re offering enrichment already or just starting out and clueless about upsells, I...
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In this special episode, I’m coming to you live from the Hershey Lodge, home of the Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo. I'm joined by one of my Elite mastermind members, Tim Jackson, who is also my Enrich U partner and pet care pioneer. Together we share the buzz from the expo floor, the excitement surrounding our brand new enrichment program, and the lessons learned from connecting with passionate pet business owners ready to take their daycare services to new heights. I also share a snippet on the power of storytelling from one of my seminars and Tim reveals what the expo experience is...
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Do you need more specialist help as you scale up your business? Wasting money on (bang-average) courses and coaches that just don’t deliver? In this episode, I pull back the curtain on my journey from dog walker to pet business leader, sharing the no-BS lessons I’ve learned from investing (and sometimes losing) thousands in coaching programs. As always, I try to tell it like it REALLY is: what worked, what didn’t, and why finding the right mentor and peer group is more crucial than any “secret formula" the gooroos try to sell you... You’ll hear about the key moves that made the...
info_outline Episode 373 - Behind the Scenes: Key Takeaways from the Pet Care Enrichment SummitThe Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Struggling to turn your pet care offerings into premium experiences? Want to charge more for your amazing services, but you suck at selling? Curious how enrichment can help you stand out and boost profits? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes at the recent Pet Care Enrichment Summit, and reveal the innovative enrichment strategies that are reshaping the pet care industry. You'll hear snippets from an insightful roundtable discussions with zookeepers, to secrets from expert dog trainers and daycare owners. And you'll hear real-life success stories that highlight how enrichment can...
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Tired of feeling like your business owns you instead of the other way around? Sick of firefighting and handling every little issue yourself? Want to actually enjoy the freedom that running a successful business is supposed to bring? Then sit back and enjoy this no-nonsense episode, where Dom lets you in on the secret that separates the frazzled business owners from the ones living the dream: processes. That’s right—getting systems in place is the key to ditching the chaos and finally getting some freedom back. Recorded live from the 2022 Impact event, this extract will show you how...
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info_outline Episode 370: From Dog Walker to Specialist Dog Trainer: Changing Pet Business Lanes with Harriet GoodallThe Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Struggling to find your niche in the pet care industry? Feeling stuck in the same routine and want to elevate your services? Curious how to transition from basic services to a high-end specialist offering? In this episode, I sit down with Harriet Goodall, one of my Elite Mastermind members, to talk about her incredible journey from dog walker to a successful specialist trainer. Harriet shares how she made the transition into the gundog niche and how she quickly re-established her business after relocating to a new area. Harriet reveals the key marketing strategies that helped her grow her...
info_outlineAre you struggling to convert leads into appointments for your doggy daycare or pet business?
Wondering how to leverage AI to automate your client engagement and free up your time?
Can AI-powered tools really handle inquiries behind the scenes 24/7?
Yes they can! And in this follow-on episode, Josh Hightower returns to share how pet business owners can integrate AI-driven tools to streamline your marketing efforts and convert more leads into booked appointments.
We dive deep into the power of AI assistants, discussing how they can handle client inquiries, automate follow-ups, and even help pre-qualify leads—allowing you to focus on what you do best: providing exceptional pet care, and growing your business!
Josh also shares real-life examples of how AI has transformed customer engagement in his businesses, including the benefits and challenges of using bots to manage client communications.
Episode Highlights:
- AI-Driven Engagement: Discover how AI assistants can manage client inquiries around the clock, ensuring you never miss an opportunity.
- Streamline the Booking Process: Learn how to use AI to convert leads into appointments without lifting a finger.
- Optimize Your Follow-Ups: Understand how AI can handle lead nurturing, moving prospects closer to booking without overwhelming them.
- Leverage Social Media with AI: Find out how to use AI bots on social media to capture and convert interest into actionable leads.
- Tapping into Hidden Revenue: Explore the potential of reactivating old leads and past clients using AI-driven messaging.
Instant IMPACT: Join the Pet Biz Suite challenge to get hands-on experience with these AI tools and see how they can transform your business. Go to petbizsuite.com/challenge to secure your place now!
Thanks again to Josh for being an amazing guest for the second week running, you can get started with PetBizSuite now by going to petbizsuite.com/speed
A huge shoutout to our amazing show sponsor PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) you can find out more about PACCC, and apply to join by clicking here now.
If your website is a leaky bucket, if you aren't collecting email addresses or doing any follow up, and you need to plug automation into your business then you should watch my FREE 'How to automate your pet business' webinar, click here now
If you run a seven-figure plus pet business and want to book a private consultation with Dom in 2024, then email Beth on [email protected]. Explain what you need help with, tell me a bit about your business, and if I think I can help, if I think we're a good fit, and if I'm excited by the project we'll book a call to discuss further.
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