That dream of a pet business, promising a life of freedom? Yeah, it probably didn't pan out exactly as planned, did it? More hours, less you-time? You're not alone if you can relate to that.

If the daily grind of running your pet biz is suffocating your initial vision of a flexible life, and you're longing for that promised freedom, listen up.

Mikaela Vargas from the Pet Marketing Unleashed podcast recently sat down with me to talk about how I went from working 7 days a week to living abroad for months at a time and not working at all!

I overcame burnout in my own venture and built a business that allowed me to travel extensively –many months in Bali and India! Now, you can hear me share how I did it so you can do the same.

Even if travel isn’t your jam, you may want some time off to have fun with your family and friends, take a much-needed vacation or sabbatical, or plan your maternity leave so you can spend precious time with your new little one.

Here's what we dove into:

• Building a self-sustaining business: How to create a system that thrives even when you're not there.
• Team dynamics: Finding and hiring the ideal team to bring your vision to life.
• The power of SOPs: Essential Standard Operating Procedures that every pet business needs to function smoothly.
• Preparing for your absence: Steps to take to ensure a seamless transition for both your business and your clients.
• Readiness indicators: Key metrics that reveal when your business is truly ready for you to step back.
• Mindset adjustments: How to let go of control and delegate effectively.

Whether you're picturing globe-trotting adventures, reclaiming your weekends, planning for a life event including having a baby or going back to school, or simply craving more personal time, this episode is for you.



Visit the show notes page at:
www.prosperouspetbusiness.com/podcast158


Check out the Mikaela Vargas podcast, Pet Marketing Unleashed.
https://www.petmarketingunleashed.com/post/dream-pet-business-life

Got business and life goals or want to start or grow your pet business? Check out these FREE downloadable booklets for pet business owners.
https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/business-resources-dog-trainers-dog-groomers-dog-day-care-owners

Find out more about Pet Sitting Manager Kit that Kristin mentioned on the podcast: Click for the Pet Sitting Office Manager Hiring and Training Kit.
https://www.sixfigurepetbusinessacademy.com/pet-sitting-office-manager-hiring-and-training-kit

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https://www.sixfigurepetsittingacademy.com/ebooks.html

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