This course will help you set your pet sitting business up for success. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Every business, no matter how small, should have a business plan. It gives your business purpose, structure, and direction. A part of that plan is determining which business structure works best for you, and how it can impact your liability, licensing, and taxes.  You will also create a marketing strategy specific to your budget and business goals. Then discuss financial goals and the lifestyle changes associated with self employment. In addition to your business plan and marketing strategy, you will create policies, procedures, and client forms to help protect yourself and your business.   This can all be daunting and over whelming; Which is why this course lays out the ground work for you, gives you templates to work off and professional coaching along the way.

• Business 101

1. 1. Choosing a business structure
   2. Understanding taxes
   3. Creating a business plan
   4. Finding insurance
   5. Creating policies
   6. Creating forms
   7. Setting Pricing
   8. Learning to live without a paycheck

• Marketing 101

1. 1. Creating a website
   2. Paid advertising vs. Gorilla Marketing
   3. Cross Marketing
   4. Promotional items for your Budget
   5. Constant Contact with Clients
   6. Social Media