Welcome to the Ecommerce Society Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Candace D’Agnolo, founder and CEO of Pet Boss Nation. Candace shares her extensive experience in the pet industry, offering actionable advice for entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey. Key Topics Discussed: Entrepreneurial Beginnings: Learn how Candace transitioned from painting murals to launching her retail pet store, Dogaholics, and the lessons learned from those early entrepreneurial efforts. Challenges of Brick-and-Mortar Businesses: Discover the risks and rewards of physical stores compared to online businesses, including lease negotiations and managing upfront costs. Financial Insights for Business Owners: Gain insights into effective cash flow management and the importance of financial planning for sustaining and scaling a business. Preparing to Sell Your Business: Candace discusses her strategy for preparing and selling her businesses at a profit, emphasizing timing and business valuation. Pet Boss Nation's Evolution: Hear about the evolution of Pet Boss Nation into a consulting and group coaching powerhouse, and how these services can help pet business owners thrive. Join us for this enlightening conversation with Candace D'Agnolo, packed with real-world advice for growing your business in the pet industry. Don’t miss out on these expert insights!   Follow Candace & Pet Boss Nation petboss.com https://www.facebook.com/petbossnation https://instagram.com/petbossnation/ Join the Pet Boss Club - petbossclub.com   Work With Me: Grab my new book, Customer Obsession    Let’s Be Friends Follow Kerrie on Instagram Follow Ecommerce Society  on Instagram www.kerriefitzgerald.com www.kerriefitzgerald.com/services