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This is so wonderful. Thanks a million for your content, Doug. You aren't just out there promoting your own stuff only; you also are drawing attention to other great professionals and resources with similar or relevant niches in a genuine way, not just marketing stuff that pays you to do so. That seems really collaboration-based instead of competition-based. It's kind and actually builds more trust. Sounds like you all help promote eachother and learn from eachother.😊

Can I hire someone else as a co-manager to help with the scheduling and invoicing?

I did a raise and one of my clients who is a millionaire said she can’t afford it . I was like whattttt .

Thank you so much Doug the Dog Guy for your help. Your easy to follow, step by step instructions most definitely relieved some stress. New subscriber here! Now let me see if you have anything on change of address before I submit my form.😟

Have you thought about expanding into pet products/supplies?

I have been seeing things that this has been stayed by a federal court and not needed to be done right now

Thank you for your giving spirit in sharing informations 🙏🏻

Your tips are a lifesaver, thanks a ton.

Doug, this was so incredibly helpful. Rather than pay someone else, id much rather pay you for all the wonderful videos you post. Extremely helpful and informative. Where is your superchat button 🌈

Hey doug, when it comes to the ideal client, would you consider it Prudence or tacky to put a blurb about the ideal client on one's website. For example I have my mission statement on my website. Would it be glib of me to say that" my ideal client is one who has already invested in their dogs health, well-being and training and is looking to invest in equality sitter like myself"?

Good advice! Hire on an “as needed” basis. But we also need to understand if they aren’t always available. I got it! That’s why you have several! Thanks so much!! You have no idea how much this solves a lot of my problems! Hugs!

I had a 'bad client' yesterday.. Not to be a snob, but I could tell from the meet and greet that the situation was not going to be idea. Bad neighborhood and bad setup for pet care. No control over the door whatsover. Told me one of the other dogs in the houshold was known to bite (not to be serviced, but a family member's dog). There were other things in the household that made me feel uncomfortable. When I showed up,the pet parent wasn't home (they lived with a family member) I was greeted by someone who did not look pleased to me. The 'aggressive dog' that I met during the meet and greet was let outside to roam freely and ended up walking with us the entire walk, walking thorughout people's yards and even pooping in one yard. Someone walking thorugh the neighbhoroood asked if that dog was mine and if it bit. I told them the dog did bite, but was not with me. The dog walk was difficult because the dog was not leash trained and had no focus whatsover, even when I tried to direct and redirect with treats. First time I can say I was actually stressed during a walk. Its the day after the walk and have yet to be paid through the invoice that bounced back to me. I typically charge pet sits upfront, but dog walks afterward. Not sure if I"lll get paid, but these are the red flags I've found. Shortly after the walk, I told the client I was not a good match for them.

Just watched this again. Thank you, Doug!

very insightful. I listened to this on my roadtrip yesterday and I'm coming back to say thanks for the ride-along.

Thank you 🙏 ❤

Doug. You are simply the best.

Thank you for making this video! Very helpful. Appreciate you!

Wish I saw this before I paid someone to do my first LLC but I did do my 2nd business on my own following your steps. Thank you for your time sir !😊 I just paid you by watching all your ads and clicking on them.

Yes, and...I wonder if those businesses would think, "If I refer this pet sit biz to my clients...what's in it for me?" Offer them a little money for each person they refer, as if tgey are an in-person affiliate?

I am saving this one, downloading it, putting it in a special playlist for biz tips, AND taking notes (this and 2 other of your vids). I am really learning so much. I'm stopping the video at 9:09 as you are talking about brand psychology, and the advice hit me like a ton of bricks. My pet sitting name is catsdogsharmony, and as you can see, my logo is bright and cheerful(I think its fun and welcoming), but not necessarily 'harmonious'. And it is probably childish, now that I think about it. I think you mentioned something about a zen vibe and how more natural colors represent that. I think I need to rebrand both my logo, my personal appearance, and my website to attract the right client for me. How can I expect to attract middle age working or retired clients(such as myself) when my brand looks like a highschooler made it, and probably is the main operator? God bless you for sharing this valuable information with us and allowing us to grow and be better.

7:18 omigersh! So cute. My favorite part of pet sits is the dog walking aspects. I would have said playing with the dogs, but amazingly I come across a lot of dogs that don't have toys or don't play with toys. And so the only interaction I get with them is out and about on our walls. But when I do get a dog that is obsessed about their toys it is definitely a joy to see them enjoy themselves in play time

I do have a trusted house sitters account and have not been diligent about looking for house sits. I definitely need to be more intentional about how I'm going to get my dream clients. I live in Fort Worth but there are areas in Dallas and Southlake and similar areas where I think I could possibly get my dream client if I was to do some house sitting there. Thank you for reminding me about that. I paid for the subscription and haven't even been using it. I've been so focused on finding local clients, none of which seem to be interested in my services where I need to be expanding my horizons to those who are willing to pay

driving a uhaul back home. that's funny. but now that I think about it...would you be able to use a uhaul for pet transport, like any other rental? or is that agains usda/dot rules?

I've been watching and rewatching and taking notes all day while stopping to open tabs and research. Phew, there's so much to this. Thank you for sharing much needed details, from the legal stuff to the logistical. You are helping to fill in a lot of gaps.

This was awesome. Thank you for the information and easy to follow instructions!

Thank you for walking me through this!!

LOVE IT, Thank you, Doug. I did mine along with you within 5 minutes. My CPA wanted to charge $260, and online asked $349. Thanks again!

Minute 8:33 is when he actually starts showing you how to do it.

all the 3rd party reporters all ready did and your not even liable for taxes you do not owe tax on your private earnings 1099 is for PUBLIC OFFICE or as the form instructions state earnings from TRADE OR BUISNESS well look at definitions and you will see Section 7701 (a) - Definitions “When used in this title [Title 26-Federal Taxes], where not otherwise distinctly expressed or manifestly incompatible with the intent thereof - (26) Trade or business The term “Trade or Business” includes the performance of the functions of a public office. want full explanation just google " losthorizons Secrets of the Income Tax Code " i have filed a BLANK 1099 mark CORRECTED box and enter true amounts of amounts payed by 3rd party who payed you as a public office which is ZERO . toss the 1099k its bogus .

Thanks! I like how you keep track. Tryna get a feel for how much vet bills would cost for my golden puppy so I can get a good insurance annual coverage limit for her, without going overboard. The limit options are 3, 4, 5, 7, and 10 thousand. Based on your video i think I'm going to lean smaller and go up with age progression

3:55 charge for meet and greets? 😶😶🤯🤯 I hadn't even thought about this, but I wish I had. I have one client (who turned out to be a repeat client that I am grateful for) that kept me at her house for 4 hours...FOUR HOURS! for the meet and greet. I had expected to be there about 30-40 minutes, but she was quite chatty(lonely?). Luckily I hadn't anything else on my schedule for the rest of the day, but in hindsight, I think the meeting would have been more succinct if I had a price attached to my time (or at least I would have felt compensated). I think having an allotted time set for my M&Gs will be helpful for both parties. Knowing how long I will be there in advance will help me stay on task and might make the potential customer take me mores seriously.

I just looked up the FB group and put in my request to join. I didn't even know about this group and I'm on FB all the time. Thank you!

I'm putting aside a budget to be able to invest in coaching, hopefully soon this upcoming new year. I'm still somewhat new to the industry and feel like I spend too much time chasing down individual customers. I also feel like I may be looking at the wrong market. I would have thought I'd be getting lots of business in my local community of Fort Worth (a pretty big metroplex), but I find that most of my customers are farther away, rather than nearer. I'd like to discuss the best way to better target pet parents who are 1) willing to pay my prices (which are already modest), and 2) more likely to become repeat customers. I don't live in a poor part of town per se, but I think the mindset in my area is of people who don't hire pet sitters, if that makes sense.

I would definitely consider it. How does one find out about these types of conferences? Did you just google it? Or are you a part of a newsletter or similar group?

How do you do this when you have your own pets? All the bug marks on the windshield LOL!!!! Clear indication you drove far.

That was so helpful! Just submitted the Wagging Tails dog walking and the Grooming biz.

my hero, thanks so much!!

Thank you Doug for your people friendly instructions to file online. You walked me through it like a champ. I really appreciate you!!!!😊

Thank you!!!!

Truly a lifesaver, thank you so much!

Can’t hear their questions get more mics for next time! But you are the man you’re a great speaker very organized

Thank you!!!

what if there is more than one owner? should I do it twice?

Hi.... Can you do a video on how you do your estimates?

THANK YOU!!! Easy to follow instructions. Attorneys and accountants make this sound so difficult.

Doug, you was exceptional explaining this information about BOI report. Thank you so much.

Thank you for making this so simple and clear. Very timely finding your video 🙏🏼

Thank you for doing this Doug! You are an amazing human being. This has been stressing me out so bad, you made it so super easy. Here is the link in case anyone needs it: boiefiling.fincen.gov/

Thank you for this, Doug! This was stressing me out, especially the $500 per day penalty.