When the Horse Doesn’t Work Part 3: Explore All Options
Maintain your relationship with your customer, even when their investment turns out differently than expected. By Jennifer Paulson Helping your…
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…
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…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…
Unlock Your Full Potential Part 1: What Is a Coach?
The key to leveling-up your business could lie in hiring a professional coach to help get you on track. By…Thinking Outside the Circles Part 2: Coaching and Clinics
NRHA Professionals are learning to branch out from strictly training horses to help pay the bills. Could a side hustle…Increasing Prices
When your expenses go up, your fees must, too. Here's how to communicate the increases to your customers. By Jennifer…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…Find Your Realtor
The right realtor for your needs depends on many factors. Amy Rushing, an experienced horse-property realtor, shares her tips. By…Curb Appeal Matters Part 1: First Impressions Count
By keeping their properties in the best shape possible, NRHA Professionals can make good first impressions on clients and preserve…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…
Winter Marketing Ideas
Heat up your marketing efforts this winter with these thought-starters. By Jennifer Paulson The first of the year brings a…Your Value Proposition
A careful definition of what you provide your customers—horse and human—can set you apart from other barns and be the…Unlock Your Full Potential Part 3: SMART Goals
The key to leveling-up your business could lie in hiring a professional coach to help get you on track. By…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…
Invest in Yourself Part 3: Think Outside the Saddle
It’s important to think outside the saddle to preserve your future. By Megan Arszman All it takes is one misstep.…
The Social Cowboy Part 1: Become Insta-Famous
Leverage major events and hot topics to your advantage on social media. By Kristin Pitzer On August 17, 2019, fans…Prioritize Your Mental Health Part 3: Ditch ‘Comparisonitis’ & Limit Social Media
Your own health can find itself at the bottom of your to-do list, but for a successful business and a…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…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…When Clients Don’t Pay
Recovering money from nonpaying clients can be difficult, but by taking certain measures to protect yourself, you can prevent it…
Quiet Quitting
Don't let employees fall through the cracks. By Jennifer Paulson You’ve probably seen the buzz about a concept called “quiet…Creating Culture Part 2: Live What You Believe
The culture of your business has nothing to do with museums or world travel. It’s all about how you treat…Fall Marketing Ideas
Plan your social media and marketing efforts ahead with these thought-starters for the fall season. By Jennifer Paulson Fall is…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…Timeliness Matters
In all things involving your business, being punctual can make or break your operation. This is especially true when it…
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,…
2023 Becky Hanson Horsewoman of the Year: Jordan McBurney
Five stand-out pros set the bar high for the reining industry, from youth riders to the highest-level open competitors. By…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…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…The Spin on Sponsorships Part 2: Feeding and Care of Sponsors
Help your affiliate find sponsorships for shows, clinics, and other events with these tips. By Katie Navarra Sponsorships are vital…
Multiple Personalities of the Non Pro Part 5: Big-Dreams Darcy
How to handle the wide variety of moods your non pros might have while competing. By Megan Arszman Working with…
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