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  • Curb Appeal Matters Part 2: Worth the Effort

    By keeping their properties in the best shape possible, NRHA Professionals can make good first impressions on clients and preserve…
  • Budgeting by Buckets

    Don’t be intimidated by budgeting. Instead, follow these simple steps to determine your needed income from each horse. By Chad…
  • Master the Mayhem Part 1: Can-Do-Better Candace

    Learn to handle the five most common client-trainer conflicts. By Kelley Forseth, With Alexis Bennett Dinners; long days and nights…
  • Quiet Quitting

    Don't let employees fall through the cracks. By Jennifer Paulson You’ve probably seen the buzz about a concept called “quiet…
  • 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…
  • 5 Ways to Build Trust

    Your customer’s faith in you is important in any business, but especially in one where their investments are both financial…
  • Curb Appeal Matters Part 3: Function Over Form

    By keeping their properties in the best shape possible, NRHA Professionals can make good first impressions on clients and preserve…
  • The Art of Reinvention Part 3: Transition With the Right Support

    Sometimes life requires you to pivot your career. Here are three NRHA Professionals who’ve done it with great success. By…
  • Defamation or Opinion?

    As the reining industry grows and expands into new territory, as a professional, you might find yourself the subject of…
  • Fine-Tune Your Facebook Ads

    Use this powerful tool to promote your business. By Jennifer Paulson If your 2023 social media strategy includes adding Facebook…
  • All Eyes on You

    …Or at least your social media. By Jennifer Paulson Your social media posting game is strong. You’ve figured out a…
  • Have You Considered Coaching

    A coach can change your perspective on your training and your business. By Jennifer Paulson As an NRHA Professional, you’re…
  • Getting the Message Right to the Right People Part 4: Sharing Your Knowledge

    Running your training business is about more than wet saddle blankets.By Megan Arszman I started training horses because I’m not…
  • 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. …
  • Planning for Worst-Case Scenarios Part 4: Saving for Long-Term Care

    Illnesses, accidents, and emergencies can leave a horse’s future in limbo. Whether it’s your own horses or your client’s horses,…
  • Multiple Personalities of the Non Pro Part 3: Micromanaging Mary

    How to handle the wide variety of moods your non pros might have while competing. By Megan Arszman Working with…
  • Unlock Your Full Potential Part 4: Put Your Mind to It and Stay on Track

    The key to leveling-up your business could lie in hiring a professional coach to help get you on track. By…
  • Crisis Communication Part 1: Devastating Weather Event

    When faced with a worst-case scenario, how will you share information with your clients? By Katie Navarra When everything is…
  • 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…
  • Winter Social Media Starters

    Take advantage of a slower show schedule to plan your marketing strategy for the year.  By Jennifer Paulson Even setting…
  • 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…
  • Prosper Like a Pro Part 1: Mapping Out a Plan

    In this four-part series, learn to manage your finances so you can achieve your goals as a trainer and business…
  • Thinking Outside the Circles Part 3: Selling and Catch-Riding

    NRHA Professionals are learning to branch out from strictly training horses to help pay the bills. Could a side hustle…
  • 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…
  • Prioritize Your Mental Health Part 4: Common Signs of Mental Health Concerns

    Your own health can find itself at the bottom of your to-do list, but for a successful business and a…
  • Keep It Neighborly

    As cities grow, more and more equine professionals could find themselves at odds with new non-horsey neighbors. Handling a dispute…
  • Make It Official

    Many deals are done on a word and a handshake in the horse industry. But when it comes to your…
  • Recognition Gets You Recognized

    Think awards are silly? Think again—they can introduce you to a whole new customer base. By Jennifer Paulson It’s easy…
  • The Spin on Sponsorships Part 1: Types of Sponsorships

    Help your affiliate find sponsorships for shows, clinics, and other events with these tips. By Katie Navarra Sponsorships are vital…
  • Thinking Outside the Circles Part 4: Embracing Technology

    NRHA Professionals are learning to branch out from strictly training horses to help pay the bills. Could a side hustle…
  • The Social Cowboy Part 1: Beyond Social Media

    Leverage major events and hot topics to your advantage on social media. By Kristin Pitzer On August 17, 2019, fans…
  • Getting the Message Right to the Right People Part 3: Choosing Your Outlets

    Running your training business is about more than wet saddle blankets.By Megan Arszman I started training horses because I’m not…

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