The Barkroom Chat

Ep 6 - The 7 Biggest Fears Women Have About Starting a Grooming Business — and How to Overcome Them

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Episode Title: The 7 Biggest Fears Women Have About Starting a Grooming Business — and How to Overcome Them

Episode Description:
  Starting your own home-based dog grooming business can feel like a dream come true… but if we’re honest, it can also feel overwhelming.

If you’ve ever thought things like:
 💭 “What if I’m not good enough?”
 💭 “What if I don’t get any clients?”
 💭 “What if I fail completely?”

…you’re not alone. Every successful groomer has had these exact same fears — including me.

In this episode of the Barkroom Chat Podcast, I’m breaking down the 7 biggest fears women have about starting a grooming business, and sharing the exact steps I took to overcome each one. From worrying about your skills, to handling money, to what to do if something goes wrong with a dog — we’ll cover it all.

✨ Fear is normal — but it doesn’t have to hold you back.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • How to build confidence in your grooming skills (even if you’re just starting out)
  • Simple ways to attract your first clients and build momentum
  • Balancing your business with family life — without burning out
  • Why imposter syndrome shows up (and how to beat it)
  • The mindset shift that makes “failure” less scary

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