Are you looking for more pet sitting clients than you can possibly handle?
Of course you are, it’s a trick question!
We can all use a spike in our bank accounts right about now and one way to increase our available balance is to increase our client base.
The holiday season is no longer just around the corner; it is squarely upon us. And it’s no secret that the last few months of the year are the most profitable for working pet sitters.
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There seem to be a variety of misconceptions about becoming a pet sitter and running a pet sitting business in general.
It looks like the industry has fallen into the “easy as pie, anyone can do it” category, along with “anyone can make money fast from pet sitting.”
I see two schools of thought on this subject:
On one hand, since there are no tests to pass or forms to fill out, anyone can open up shop and call themselves a pet sitter and start making money from it.
And on the other hand, it’s still every bit a business and requires a certain level of business skill including knowledge that is specific to the pet care world.
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Do you find yourself completely lost and frustrated when it comes to improving your pet sitting website?
Are you confused about what to do next?
No worries, I get it.
Search engine optimization (SEO) is a wildly popular subject. There is plenty of good information out there and much, much more not so good information out there.
If you find yourself trying various techniques and still waiting for decent results, worry no more.
In the Pet Sitter Website 14-Day Challenge below, I reveal the comprehensive, easy to follow game plan that will radically increase the success of your marketing efforts.
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Have you noticed the interesting phenomenon about the current season of America’s Got Talent?
As we approach the finals, it’s becoming more and more apparent.
America’s Got Talent is not about talent at all. Sure, the finalists certainly have talent, but the show is not actually about talent.
“What?!” you may be thinking. “But it’s got the word talent right in the title!”
Fair enough. So let’s back up for a second. It’s important to note that none other than Simon Cowell created the show. Mr. Cowell is certainly no stranger to producing compelling and exciting television shows.
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Are you doing everything possible to assure an exceedingly positive experience for both you and your clients?
After all, the more you enjoy doing your job, the more your clients will return. And the more clients that return, well, you get the concept…
Imagine the feeling of pleasure and satisfaction you’ll obtain from not only doing a job well done, but also completing a thorough job well done.
You’ve covered all your bases, and life is good.
I’ve outlined 16 steps that will take you from the initial contact with the potential client all the way through your post-job follow up email.
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The background: As Alitia and I are getting ready to launch our pet sitting business training course, I knew that some sort of video on the main home page would work well.
We began to think, “What better way to spotlight the life of a pet sitter than by showcasing the qualities that make them wonderful?!”
What do the phrases “mineral eye color, ultimate mascara, satin hands, tinted lip balm, and TimeWise age-fighting moisturizer” mean to you?
If you’re anything like my wife, you certainly recognize them as make up. More specifically, however, they are all part of the Mary Kay cosmetics product line.
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