Are you feeling stuck trying to scale your pet business? Whether it's hiring the right team or getting your brand out there, scaling your pet business isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the KEY to unlocking real freedom and long-term stability. So, let me ask you: Can your business thrive WITHOUT you? Are your systems strong enough to keep things running while you step back, or does everything fall apart the moment you leave? In this episode, I’m joined by Leia from Wonder Pups Pet Care—one of my clients who successfully scaled her pet business. We’re diving into the real strategies that allowed her to go from a solo operator to leading a thriving, growing business. It’s not just about surface-level tweaks; we’re talking about building systems and processes that lead to sustainable growth. Leia opens up about the challenges she faced, including hiring the right team and learning to let go of tasks that once felt essential. We discuss how focusing on high-impact tasks helped her empower her team to take ownership and create a business that thrives without her micromanagement. This episode gives you the roadmap to streamline your operations, empower your staff, and truly scale your pet business. If you’re ready to break free from the day-to-day grind, tune in and take the first step toward scaling your pet business to new heights! Timestamps: [02:00] Leah's journey from a solopreneur to building a team of employees [05:00] Importance of a strategic and thorough hiring process [09:04] 4th quarter marketing strategies [13:25] Example of Leah's employee creating engaging social media content [20:49] Challenges and personal growth that Leah has faced as a business owner Notable Quotes: "This doesn't happen overnight, and it doesn't happen without struggle, okay, but last year, she was a solopreneur. It was her running, running crazy." "I want you guys to make sure that you're following the right people, that you're have the right sometimes it might not even be a pet business coach, because I got news for you. Money is money a P and L is a P and L." "You are missing out on two things, because most people who want to market for you only market for new clients. Your marketing should also be attracting employees, and it should also be attracting partners in your area." "You don't win when you're like, Oh, that's a cute idea. Okay, I'll go let I'll just do pup treats, or I'll go have some scooping for litter at my booth. But you have no idea why you're doing it. There's no point or rhyme or reason to it." "Stop learning, stop signing up for courses and and finish what you started four months ago. First focus and discipline are going to be the biggest things that's going to make you a successful entrepreneur." Resources: Better Marketing With Bella FREE 20-Minute Consult with Bella Wonder Pups Pet Care BIYB Episode 408 BIYB Episode 381 BIYB Episode 360 Did you love this episode? Make sure you never miss an episode! Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify to subscribe to Bella In Your Business. Transcript: Welcome. Welcome to another episode of Bella in your business. Today's story time. And we're gonna. I can't wait to tell you guys this, because this has been a long time in the making, and you've actually been a part of it and haven't even known it. And I'm gonna tell you all about it today. Today is a success story. It is unlike any other success story that I literally get every single week, because jumpers jump, and you guys are really killing it and doing it. Amazing. But I always love to shout from the rooftops like a proud mama bear when I see you guys actually taking the advice and then blasting off with it. So let me. Let me back up a little bit. This is a story, a true story about Leah from wonder pups in Florida. And, you know, about a year ago, this woman was building her business. She was building her foundations. She's been in the mastermind and better marketing wit...