The Daily Groomer

After Hours Episode #105: In this episode of After Hours, I talk about the power of relationships—not just between groomers and dogs, but also with clients, coworkers, family, and ourselves. I share how our energy and emotional regulation shape every connection we make, revealing my own struggles and lessons learned. Discover the transformative “assess, process, readdress” approach, why calm, confidence, and consistency are keys to trust, and why self-care isn’t selfish. Let’s explore how every relationship—inside and outside the grooming salon—truly starts with you.

After Hours Episode #104: In this episode of After Hours, I sit down with Jane Gallagher and Sasha Riesse for a real, raw conversation about what goes on behind the scenes in the grooming world. We go deep on self-awareness, vulnerability, the importance of creating safe spaces for both dogs and people, and how personal growth shapes our connection in and out of the salon. If you want to hear about the deeper side of grooming life, this episode is packed with laughs, a few tears, and a whole lot of heart.

Summary
In our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, talk with Christina Easterly of Furry Land Mobile Grooming in Albuquerque and Santa Fe about how she grew from having no grooming industry background to running a five-van operation. Christina shares what she brought over from her corporate experience, how she approaches hiring and team management, and the systems she’s built to keep the business running smoothly. We also get into the realities of scaling, handling slower seasons, using technology effectively, and why “hands-off ownership” usually isn’t as passive as people think.

Timestamps
05:41 Learning the grooming terminology

15:54 Importance of employee feedback

21:31 Managing groomer preferences

28:22 Taking risks to grow business

34:20 Importance of efficient systems

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After Hours Episode #103: In this episode of After Hours, I'm flying solo and sharing some thoughts that have been on my mind as my birthday gets closer. I've been reflecting on growth, self-awareness, and the value of checking in with yourself halfway through the year. I talk about setting boundaries, embracing different sides of who you are, and showing up confidently in both business and personal relationships. I also break down my three-step approach to client communication and share a few things I've learned about having honest conversations and breaking old patterns. If you're working on becoming a better version of yourself while still enjoying the journey, this one's for you.

After Hours Episode #102: In this episode of After Hours, I’m hanging out with the awesome Ada Sanchez to talk all things authenticity—why showing up as your true self is the ultimate superpower. We share stories from the grooming industry, how to hold boundaries, the power of owning mistakes, and why being real is contagious. From grooming show drama to hilarious salon mishaps, we get candid about the highs and lows. Tune in for laughs, raw truths, and inspiration to embrace your weirdness and align with who you really are.