Get Smart About Tech

Ah technology — the thing we can’t live without, and yet we have a love-hate relationship with it! In this episode Kim and Cara get real about all the tech we use in our business and break down how to be SMART about how you’re using (and paying!) for...

Business Building Resources

Did you know you can get an amazing amount of support for your business? You can! In this episode Kim and Cara give you a bunch of ideas on where to get information and assistance in building and growing your...

Stop Self-Sabotage

This week on The Business Animal Podcast, Cara and Kim are diving into the topic of self-sabotage. We all have the tendency to self-sabotage from time to time, but why does this happen and what can we do about it? They will discuss how to recognize the signs of...

Clarify Your Mission

Your mission statement is the North Star for your business, a beacon of light to guide you and your team as you move forward. It’s the foundation of your business, a declaration of your values and goals, and it should be revisited periodically to ensure...

How to Ask Better Questions

As animal based business owners, asking better questions is a critical part of our success. It helps us to better understand our audience, build relationships, uncover their motivations, and look for opportunities to provide even better results. By asking better...

Upscale your Email Marketing List

Building your email and SMS lists is a key factor for the success of your business. Today, Kim and Cara are here to help animal-based business owners with three effective strategies for growing their list. Firstly, you should provide your leads with something truly...

Failure and Why it’s a Good Thing

As a small business owner, it’s important to recognize the importance of failure and why it can be a positive thing. It can be easy to become discouraged when things don’t go as planned, but learning from our mistakes and continuing to strive for success...

Hobby to Business: Are You Ready?

Have you ever thought about turning your hobby into a business? If so, you may be wondering how your relationship with your beloved pastime might change. Making the leap from hobby to business can be a big decision, and it’s important to think through the...