The Barkroom Chat
The Home Groomers Podcast - Start & Scale your home-based dog grooming business
Welcome to The Barkroom Chat — the go-to podcast for women who dream of turning their love for dogs into a thriving home-based grooming business.
Whether you're just getting started or ready to grow your grooming side hustle into a full-time career, you're in the right place.
Each week, we dive into real talk, practical strategies, and inspiring stories to help you build a business that fits your life — not the other way around. From pricing, bookings, and customer service to holiday promos, mindset shifts, and staying sane behind the scissors — we cover it all.
Hosted by Linda Roche, founder of Glossy Pup Academy, The Barkroom Chat is your cozy corner of the internet where passion meets profit — with a splash of dog hair.
Grab a cuppa, step into the Barkroom, and let’s grow your grooming biz — Together we can change the world, One dog at a time 🐾
The Barkroom Chat
Ep 16 - Festive Marketing Made Simple: Simple Ways to Boost Your Grooming Business This Christmas
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In this episode, we’re getting into the Christmas spirit with six fun and effective festive marketing ideas for home-based dog groomers. From giveaways to gift vouchers, and even using your own dogs as walking adverts, these ideas will help you attract new clients, delight existing ones, and make your business sparkle this holiday season.
You’ll Learn:
- How to host an engaging Christmas giveaway on social media
- Quick and easy ideas for festive Reels and videos
- How to boost income with Christmas gift vouchers
- Why local fairs can be a goldmine for groomers
- Offline marketing tips that still work wonders
- How to use your own pups as festive marketing magic!
Perfect For:
Home-based dog groomers who want to make the most of the Christmas season without spending a fortune on ads or overcomplicating their marketing.
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