Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in pet care but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Glenn Derby, Owner of The Dog Nest, located in Brookfield, WI, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
We Board, Daycare, Spa, and train dogs. Our customers are dog lovers that want the best for their best friends.
Tell us about yourself
I have done many things in life and am happy to be building a brand that helps dog owners with their best friends while helping kids with their football skills and helping others. I am motivated daily to help others get to where they want to be.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Making it through COVID and having many satisfied and happy customers.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Getting staff hired and in the right positions.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Have lots of start-up money and realize you will go through all of it. Be willing to live without it for a while. Realize that you are setting yourself up for your future by finding smarter, more skilled people than you are and getting them in the right positions.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://thedognest.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedognest
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedognest/
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