An unplanned part TWO means this year’s Global Pet Expo was THAT good! In this episode, Candace and Amanda welcome you back for the next part of their Global Pet Expo 2024 major takeaways. They couldn’t cover everything in the first episode and have even MORE juicy insights to share!  In this episode, they’re diving into:   ? The “WOW Factor” at this year’s Global Pet Expo! They went above and beyond with immersive 3D environments and experiences that were the talk of the show floor. How can you apply this idea to your customer’s journey? ? Technology and innovation! New tools ..read more

Who goes to Orlando, Florida and leaves with no tan? Global Pet Expo attendees. That’s who!  And while we didn’t leave with a tan, we did leave with something so much more valuable– insights into the latest innovations and trends in the pet industry!  In this Global Pet Expo recap episode, Candace is joined by Pet Boss Nation’s Social Media Manager, Amanda Nelson, a newbie to Global, who has a very interesting point of view to bring to the table.  You’ll hear more about:  ? The educational sessions at Global Pet Expo, Candace’s sessions, and some of the amazing keynote sp ..read more

What do you get when you cross connection, innovation, and collaboration in the pet industry with a gorgeous Niagara Falls backdrop?  The first-ever Connect, Canada's Pet Trade Expo. That's what! The guest in this episode is Grant Crossman, the brain and drive behind this business-to-business trade show event coming to Niagara Falls Convention Center May 15th-16th, 2024.  In this episode, Candace and Grant reveal everything you need to know about Connect, and why it's wise you make it a point to be there. You'll hear more about: ? The inspiration behind creating Connect, Canada's P ..read more

Time is a funny thing. When you’re in the trenches of building up a pet business, it can feel like it’s moving reallllllly slowly.  But then, before you know it, years have flown by. Why does it feel like reaching the results you want in your pet business is not happening fast enough?  This episode of the Boss Your Business Podcast is both reflective and insightful as Candace looks ahead to her upcoming birthday, how long she has been in the pet industry, and the timeline to success in her multiple pet businesses over the years. In this episode, you’ll hear: ? Stories of Pet Boss ..read more

Ever heard of a vet tech-preneur?!  You’re about to find out what that is! In this episode, Candace interviews Pet Boss Club member Tiah Rodriguez, owner of Super Tech Professional Pet Care Services in the Metro Atlanta area. With over three decades of experience in the pet care and veterinary field, Tiah decided to take her expertise and turn it into a full-time entrepreneurial journey. But as you know, starting your own business is NOT for the faint of heart, so of course, she's faced some hurdles along the way! Tune in to hear about: ? Tiah's journey from aspiring veterinarian to vet ..read more

Double WHAMMY in this episode, Pet Boss! You’ll get both: ✨ An update on the new happenings inside the Pet Boss Club and what our members are LOVING about them, but more importantly… ✨ The essential business foundations Candace evaluates inside Pet Boss Nation and how YOU can do the same in your own pet business. The truth is that no matter what kind of business you have– brick and mortar, online, product-based, service-based, etc.-- there are fundamental ideas that can help you run a more successful business. At Pet Boss Nation, our CEO, Candace, is constantly evaluating those basic build ..read more

Just a few weeks left until Global Pet Expo, so who better to interview than Pete Scott, President and CEO of the American Pet Products Association (APPA)?! In this episode, Candace and Pete dig deep into the crucial roles associations play in the pet industry, the upcoming Global Pet Expo, and strategies for overcoming barriers to pet ownership. You’ll hear more about:  ? Everything Pete brings to APPA with over 25 years of experience in the non-profit and association sphere, and how he is driving growth and cultivating a strong pet industry culture. ? An insider's view on what to expec ..read more

If you’ve ever wondered what’s going to set your pet business apart from the next, it’s THIS… YOUR STORIES! In this episode, Candace is diving into the power and emotional appeal of storytelling in your pet business’ marketing, and she invited a guest to share her thoughts on the topic– Pet Boss Nation’s copywriter, Cait Mellor. Candace and Cait had a lot of fun discussing: ✨ The emotional impact behind connecting with your customers through your personal stories, and how you’ll find your most loyal fans by sharing them. ✨ Some of Candace’s personal stories, and how she has used personal ..read more

Candace just recently returned from a (not-so-sunny but still beautiful) week in San Diego, California for the Pet Industry Leadership Summit!  This is *the* premier event where top-level executives from every segment of the pet industry community convene to network and discuss the future of the pet industry, and Candace loved EVERY minute of it… and of course, came back with some powerful takeaways to share with you! Couldn’t make it to the Pet Industry Leadership Summit this year? No worries! In this episode, you’ll get a recap including: ✅ The epic teamwork of the American Pet Produc ..read more

You know the feeling… a new business review just popped up in your inbox. Is there a nervous flutter in your stomach? Are you excited? Scared? Is it good? Bad? In this episode of the Boss Your Business Podcast, we are riding that reviews rollercoaster with you and helping you navigate ALL of it– the good, the bad, the ugly, and the in-between. ? In this episode, you’ll hear: ⭐ The statistics behind business reviews. How much do they matter? How does responding or not responding to them affect you? Is one bad review really the end of the world? Let’s look at the numbers! ⭐ Candace’s bad re ..read more