Billing: Itemize or Flat-Rate?
How you bill your clients can have a huge impact on your bottom line. By Jennifer Paulson In the 2021…
Master the Mayhem Part 2: Social-Savvy Sarah
Learn to handle the five most common client-trainer conflicts. By Kelley Forseth, With Alexis Bennett Dinners; long days and nights…
Spring Content Ideas
Use these ideas to spur your creativity for you marketing this spring. By Jennifer Paulson With spring comes a trailer…
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…
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…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…
Keep Tabs on Your Competition
As an NRHA Professional, competition is at the core of your business. But understanding your competition is also valuable outside…Hacked!
Your social media account has been hacked. What’s next? By Jennifer Paulson It can happen to accounts of all sizes,…11 Tips for Tax Write-Offs
Stay on top of your potential tax breaks to minimize your payments. By Megan Arszman Most professionals dread tax season,…
Prosper Like a Pro Part 2: Expect the Unexpected
In this four-part series, learn to manage your finances so you can achieve your goals as a trainer and business…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…
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…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…Your Business Structure Matters
Have you chosen the best business entity for your operation? By Jennifer Paulson A 2021 NRHA Professionals’ Survey pointed out…Communication Counts
When and how you communicate with customers sets the path for a positive, long-term relationship. By Casey Hinton, With Jennifer…
A Matter of Respect Part 3: A Change in Focus
Part of being an ethical professional is respecting your horses and your sport. By Jennifer Paulson When did your passion…The Balancing Act Part 3: The Working Parent
NRHA Professionals find themselves on the road more than ever. How can you manage your business, string of horses and…Your Financial Training Plan Part 2: The Prime Time Plan
Prepare for your future with tailored retirement plans for each stage of your career. By Carrie Volmer, With Alexis Bennett…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…
What to Include on an Invoice
Too much information can confuse customers. Even the most basic invoices should include the following pieces of information. By Katie…In It for the Long Run Part 1: Communication
Keeping long-term customers does many things for your business, outside of provided reliable income. Three NRHA Professionals share their tips…Summer Marketing Ideas
Use these thought-starters for your seasonal marketing efforts. By Jennifer Paulson There’s a lot going on around the barn and…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…Hiring the Unicorn
Clear criteria can help you find the right new employee and establish the new hire’s role. And if you’re a…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…
Lesson (Horses) for Success Part 3: Value-Added Benefits
Could your training program benefit from having lesson horses? This four-part series might help you say 'yes' to lesson horses.…
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…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…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…
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…
Broadening Horizons: David Hanson
Working abroad can have a big impact on your business. By Abigail Boatwright As an up-and-coming trainer, so much value…Instagram Basics
Inspire customers online to encourage them to put horses in training with you. Here are six tips to maximizing Instagram…
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