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We need to talk about YOUR boundaries! Answering texts at 11pm, grooming a client on what was supposed to be a date night with your spouse... Sounds familiar? There are dozens of scenarios where groomers allow their boundaries to be crossed. Let me start of by saying: setting boundaries ≠ being rude! It simply means protecting your time, energy, and peace. Hi! I’m Marilou Lekanne: pet groomer, author, and pet business coach. Today we’re talking about setting boundaries in yo

MARILOU'S METHOD NEWSLETTER Blowout Love Keeping your dryers and your career running clean Here's something we don't talk about nearly enough: our dryers. Whether you're running a full salon, doing house calls, or rolling up in a mobile van, your pet dryer is basically your right-hand tool. And just like any hardworking piece of equipment, it needs a little TLC to keep performing at its best. Today we're talking motor brushes, those small but mighty carbon components inside y

For the talented, big-hearted, and slightly underpaid groomer Introduction Let's talk about something that most grooming coaches are afraid to bring up. You got into this industry because you love dogs. You are talented, dedicated, and your clients' pets are practically family to you. That is a beautiful thing and it might also be quietly draining your bank account. 💜 The Heart of the Matter: You Chose This Career From the Heart Pet grooming is one of the most heart-centered

🐾 Know Why They Choose You (Before They Even Walk In the Door) Pet parents don't just pick a groomer at random. They're making a surprisingly thoughtful decision. From their dog's breed quirks to their own Saturday morning schedule, a whole checklist is running in their head before they ever dial your number. The good news? Once you understand what's driving that decision, you can position your business to be the obvious answer. 🐩 Breed Expertise: Speak Their Language If a

The uncomfortable truth about middle pricing — and why you need to pick a side. THE PARADOX Getting Told You're Too Pricey? Good News. Here's the thing nobody tells you: if potential clients regularly push back on your prices, it almost never means you're too expensive. It usually means you're not expensive enough! You've landed in a no-man's-land where nobody really wants to be. Think about your local grooming scene. There are budget groomers charging bargain prices, and the

GROOMER WELLNESS Your well-being is part of the job. A wellness guide for grooming business owners who care deeply for every dog - and deserve that same care for themselves. You got into grooming because you love dogs. But somewhere between back-to-back doodles, no-show clients, and skipping lunch (again), the joy can quietly slip away. The good news? Burnout isn't inevitable. A few smart boundaries can change everything. YOUR SANITY-SAVING TIPS Cap your daily dog count More