164: Building a Pet Biz Empire With Zero Business Background
Jan 26, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 164
Episode description
Want to see how far a "watch me do this" attitude can take you?
When everyone told Pet Boss Nation University member Alina McCue that she should go for her idea of opening a pet retail store in Missoula, Montana, she took action– even without a business background.
Now, as the owner of Toiffer Pet Outfitter, she's transformed her passion for sustainability and pets into a thriving two-location business!
In this episode, she joins Candace for an inspiring conversation about overcoming self-doubt, building a successful team, and creating a sustainable pet retail business from the ground up.
In this episode, you'll learn:
🐾 The importance of finding mentorship and community early on in your entrepreneurial journey (but it's never too late!) and how to leverage it for continued growth
🐾 Strategies for managing retail finances, including dealing with seasonal fluctuations and dreaded business debt
🐾 Creative approaches to offering competitive employee benefits on a small business budget
🐾 The importance of building the right team and letting go of control as you scale
🐾 Why your business success isn't a reflection of your personal worth
Thanks to Alina's determination and "watch me do this" attitude, she's created more than just a pet store. She's built a curated shopping experience focused on sustainability and quality. 💪
Alina's story proves that it's never too late to take action, find support, and create the pet business of your dreams!
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