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  • 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…
  • 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…
  • 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…
  • Professionals Need Coaching, Too, Part 2: Trust Factor

    Nobody knows everything about everything—unless you’re the coach. By Megan Arszman This is it. You’ve hung your shingle; you’ve entered…
  • 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…
  • Say the Right Thing Part 2: Do Some Prep & Remember As Much As You Can

    When faced with voice recorders and cameras, it can be tough to get the words out right. But it’s critical…
  • 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…
  • 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…
  • 6 Can’t-Skip Social Media Tips

    Remember these easy hints for better traction on social media. By Jennifer Paulson Advice for social media is pretty easy…
  • Instagram Basics

    Inspire customers online to encourage them to put horses in training with you. Here are six tips to maximizing Instagram…
  • Social Media Audit

    Reviewing your social media past and present can help build your brand for the future.  By Lauren Mack Have you…
  • Learn Together Part 3: How a Group Could Help You

    How can collaboration, shared experiences, and learning from each other’s experiences enhance your business? One ‘group study’ expert (who’s also…
  • 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…
  • Million-Dollar Marketing Part 2: Social Media

    Advertise and market like a millionaire with tips from some of the best in the performance-horse business.  By Megan Arszman…
  • 2023 Up-and-Coming Professional of the Year: Jack Daniels

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

    Use this government program to add credibility to your business. By Jennifer Paulson Do you have youth riders in your…
  • How to Safely Host a Clinic 

    By ensuring that you have the appropriate policies in place, you’ll keep yourself protected when hosting a clinic on your…
  • 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…
  • Beginner Boom

    Capitalize on the growing popularity of reining among riders coming from other disciplines and newcomers to horses. By Jennifer Paulson…
  • Planning for Worst-Case Scenarios Part 1: Pets and Estate Planning

    Illnesses, accidents, and emergencies can leave a horse’s future in limbo. Whether it’s your own horses or your client’s horses,…
  • Parting Ways

    Separating from a customer isn’t easy, but it’ll probably be part of your business at some point. Be mindful in…
  • 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 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…
  • 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…
  • Haul Without Worries

    Hauling horses generally comes with the territory of being a reining trainer. Make sure to protect yourself, both financially 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…
  • 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…
  • 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…
  • 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…
  • 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,…
  • 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…

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