Skip to main content Skip to footer
NRHA Pro Trainer
  • Pro Trainer Home
  • Code of Ethics
  • Articles
    • All Articles
    • Customer Service
    • Dollars & Sense
    • Engagement & Social Media
    • From Our Partners
    • Legal & Financial Insights
    • Work/Life Balance
  • nrha.com
  • Pro Trainer Home
  • Code of Ethics
  • Articles
    • All Articles
    • Customer Service
    • Dollars & Sense
    • Engagement & Social Media
    • From Our Partners
    • Legal & Financial Insights
    • Work/Life Balance
  • nrha.com
  • The Social Cowboy Part 1: Raking in the Likes

    Leverage major events and hot topics to your advantage on social media. By Kristin Pitzer On August 17, 2019, fans…
  • The Spin on Sponsorships Part 3: Sponsor Seminars at a Facility

    Help your affiliate find sponsorships for shows, clinics, and other events with these tips. By Katie Navarra Sponsorships are vital…
  • Master the Mayhem Part 3: No-Pay Paul

    Learn to handle the five most common client-trainer conflicts. By Kelley Forseth, With Alexis Bennett Dinners; long days and nights…
  • Working Students: What Do They Do?

    You have a student intern. Now what do you do? By Katie Navarra Working students at stables are a lot…
  • Picking a Partnership

    If you’re interested in co-owning a horse, make sure you have the right partnership in place before money exchanges hands. …
  • The Balancing Act Part 1: The Constant Traveler

    NRHA Professionals find themselves on the road more than ever. How can you manage your business, string of horses and…
  • The Diversification TriangleAre You Hiring Employees or Contractors?

    Diversifying can give you options throughout your career. Focusing tightly on one aspect of business can leave you in a…
  • Winter Social Media Starters

    Take advantage of a slower show schedule to plan your marketing strategy for the year.  By Jennifer Paulson Even setting…
  • Master the Mayhem Part 5: Bubble-Wrap Barb

    Learn to handle the five most common client-trainer conflicts. By Kelley Forseth, With Alexis Bennett Dinners; long days and nights…
  • No Place Like Home Part 5: Organize the Gear

    Six suggestions that will entice customers to choose your barn as home for their horses. By Kaycie Timm When it…
  • In It for the Long Run Part 2: Understanding Their Goals

    Keeping long-term customers does many things for your business, outside of provided reliable income. Three NRHA Professionals share their tips…
  • What Goes Into a Will?

    Check your will against this list, or let it guide you as you write your will. By Jennifer Paulson Talking…
  • Lesson (Horses) for Success Part 2: The ‘Right’ Horse

    Could your training program benefit from having lesson horses? This four-part series might help you say 'yes' to lesson horses.…
  • Build Barn (and Brand) Loyalty

    Keeping customers loyal to your program bolsters your reputation and keeps your business running steady. By Jennifer Paulson You probably…
  • What Happens If I Get Hurt?

    How will you keep your business afloat if you’re injured? Learn how accident insurance is an affordable investment that can…
  • Budgeting by Buckets

    Don’t be intimidated by budgeting. Instead, follow these simple steps to determine your needed income from each horse. By Chad…
  • Time for a New Look?

    Is it time for new branding for your business? By Jennifer Paulson If you’ve been in this business any length…
  • Marriage, Finances, and Conflict

    Don't let your relationship suffer. Consider these five tips. By Jennifer Paulson Debt and finances are top two reasons former…
  • Learn Together Part 1: A Little History and Keys to Success

    How can collaboration, shared experiences, and learning from each other’s experiences enhance your business? One ‘group study’ expert (who’s also…
  • The Art of Reinvention Part 1: When to Make a Change

    Sometimes life requires you to pivot your career. Here are three NRHA Professionals who’ve done it with great success. By…
  • When the Horse Doesn’t Work Part 2: Assess Risk Tolerance and Acknowledge Your Responsibility

    Maintain your relationship with your customer, even when their investment turns out differently than expected. By Jennifer Paulson Helping your…
  • Social Media Audit

    Reviewing your social media past and present can help build your brand for the future.  By Lauren Mack Have you…
  • Getting the Message Right to the Right People Part 5: Making a Call to Action

    Running your training business is about more than wet saddle blankets.By Megan Arszman I started training horses because I’m not…
  • Avoid Penalties Outside the Arena: Quarterly Tax Payments

    Paying quarterly taxes is about more than to avoiding a surprise at the end of the year. By Megan Arszman…
  • Sponsorship Starters

    Learn how top riders create and maintain willing partnerships. By Lauren Stanley Do you dream of being a top competitor…
  • Defamation or Opinion?

    As the reining industry grows and expands into new territory, as a professional, you might find yourself the subject of…
  • Say the Right Thing Part 4: Tough Questions

    When faced with voice recorders and cameras, it can be tough to get the words out right. But it’s critical…
  • End Customer Turnover

    Six tips for keeping long-term customers from NRHA Professionals who’ve been there and done that. By Katie Navarra Experienced NRHA…
  • Thinking Outside the Circles Part 1: Judging

    NRHA Professionals are learning to branch out from strictly training horses to help pay the bills. Could a side hustle…
  • Take Care of You

    Minding your own health and well-being means you're ready to take on any challenge your business presents. By Jennifer Paulson…
  • Prosper Like a Pro Part 3: Start Saving

    In this four-part series, learn to manage your finances so you can achieve your goals as a trainer and business…
  • Learn Together Part 2: Legal Standards

    How can collaboration, shared experiences, and learning from each other’s experiences enhance your business? One ‘group study’ expert (who’s also…

Search the Pro Trainer:

Stay Connected
  • Categories

    • Customer Service
    • Dollars & Sense
    • Engagement & Social Media
    • From Our Partners
    • Legal & Financial Insights
    • NRHA News
    • Uncategorized
    • Work/Life Balance
  • Recent Articles

    • Avoid Penalties Outside the Arena: Quarterly Tax Payments
    • Keep It Neighborly
    • 5 Ways to Build Trust
    • Word-of-Mouth Marketing
    • Fall Marketing Tips
    • The Balancing Act Part 3: The Working Parent
    • The Balancing Act Part 2: The Central Veteran
    • The Balancing Act Part 1: The Constant Traveler
    • Haul Without Worries
    • Have You Considered Coaching
    • Time for a New Look?
    • Recognition Gets You Recognized
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 7
  • →