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  • In It for the Long Run Part 4: Location and Consistency

    Keeping long-term customers does many things for your business, outside of provided reliable income. Three NRHA Professionals share their tips…
  • 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…
  • Google Reviews

    Use reviews to build your visibility and your business. By Jennifer Paulson When acquiring new customers, we’ve established that most…
  • Million-Dollar Marketing Part 3: Traditional Marketing Campaigns

    Advertise and market like a millionaire with tips from some of the best in the performance-horse business.  By Megan Arszman…
  • Planning Time Away

    You have to make time to recharge so you can be the best trainer, coach, and horseman. By Katie Navarra…
  • Family/Work Balance

    Find a way to be successful and enjoy your family. By Jennifer Paulson Whether your kids are tiny tots or…
  • Are You Actually Covered Part 3: The Termination Clause

    It might seem like having any generic contract or liability release will cover your needs, but not all of them…
  • 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…
  • Say the Right Thing Part 1: Why Media Matters

    When faced with voice recorders and cameras, it can be tough to get the words out right. But it’s critical…
  • 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…
  • A Matter of Respect Part 1: A Way of Life

    Part of being an ethical professional is respecting your horses and your sport. By Jennifer Paulson When did your passion…
  • Prioritize Your Mental Health Part 1: Find Exercise

    Your own health can find itself at the bottom of your to-do list, but for a successful business and a…
  • 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…
  • Don’t Get Caught Without Insurance Coverage

    You might think having property insurance or a professional liability policy will fully cover you during an accident, but depending…
  • Build a Better Team

    You’ve hired the right people to support your business. Now, what can you do to help them work together to…
  • Your Financial Training Plan Part 3: The Out-to-Pasture Plan

    Prepare for your future with tailored retirement plans for each stage of your career.  By Carrie Volmer, With Alexis Bennett…
  • Fall Marketing Tips

    Keep your business top of mind this fall. By Jennifer Paulson You’re headed into what’s probably the busiest part of…
  • Multiple Personalities of the Non Pro Part 1: Party-Hardy Charlie

    How to handle the wide variety of moods your non pros might have while competing. By Megan Arszman Working with…
  • Professionals Need Coaching, Too, Part 3: What to Look For

    Nobody knows everything about everything—unless you’re the coach. By Megan Arszman This is it. You’ve hung your shingle; you’ve entered…
  • Getting the Message Right to the Right People Part 1: Facebook Isn’t Enough

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

    Sometimes personal beliefs spill over into business. But there are times you should avoid the crossover on your social media.…
  • More Fall Marketing Tips

    Leverage fall happenings to boost your business. By Jennifer Paulson This might be the busiest time of the year for…
  • Four Easy Marketing Tips You’re Overlooking

    Marketing doesn't have to be a ton of work. Check that you're using these simple tactics. By Jennifer Paulson It’s…
  • Crisis Communication Part 4: You Get Hurt

    When faced with a worst-case scenario, how will you share information with your clients? By Katie Navarra When everything is…
  • When the Horse Doesn’t Work Part 1: Mange Expectations and Voice Your Concerns

    Maintain your relationship with your customer, even when their investment turns out differently than expected. By Jennifer Paulson Helping your…
  • Planning for Worst-Case Scenarios Part 3: Creating a Trust or Will

    Illnesses, accidents, and emergencies can leave a horse’s future in limbo. Whether it’s your own horses or your client’s horses,…
  • 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…
  • Creating Culture Part 4: Empower Employees

    The culture of your business has nothing to do with museums or world travel. It’s all about how you treat…
  • 2023 NRHA Professionals of the Year

    Learn more about the recipients of these awards—chosen by their peers—and how they’ve built their careers to this level. By…
  • 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…
  • Make It Official

    Many deals are done on a word and a handshake in the horse industry. But when it comes to your…
  • 2023 Youth Coach of the Year: Shane Kelly

    Five stand-out pros set the bar high for the reining industry, from youth riders to the highest-level open competitors. By…

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