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Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Podcast

Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Podcast

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  • Episode 437: How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You’re Not Techy)

    Episode 437: How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You’re Not Techy)
    May 14 2025
    How to Start Using AI in Your Pet Sitting Business (Even If You're Not Techy) Are you still staring at ChatGPT wondering what to even type in? Or maybe you’ve dabbled with AI and decided it’s just “not for you.” But here’s the thing—if you're not using AI in your pet sitting business yet, you're already falling behind. In this episode of Bella in Your Business, I’m breaking down exactly what that means—with zero tech talk. I’ll show you how AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and custom GPTs can help you write care notes faster, automate client emails, and even build your own AI assistant that sounds like you. I’m sharing real stories, real results, and how other pet sitters are already using AI to save time and serve better. No more guessing. No more generic advice. This isn’t the future—it’s the right now. So if you're overwhelmed or skeptical, listen in. I’m here to help you move from confusion to confidence with AI in your pet sitting business. In This Episode, You'll Discover... What ChatGPT and AI actually are (in plain English) Why AI matters right now for pet sitters The difference between using AI and training your own digital clone How to create a pet-sitting-specific AI that talks exactly like you Why ignoring AI could cost you time, clients, and money Timestamps 00:00 – Why AI matters right now for pet sitters 02:00 – The difference between using AI and training AI 05:00 – What a GPT is and how to make one for your business 10:00 – Real-life AI wins: Mother's Day & meet-and-greet hacks 15:00 – Building your digital clone + how to get started now Notable Quotes “This is not about pulling up ChatGPT and asking it to rewrite your email. That’s daycare level. We're aiming for grad school.” “AI in your pet sitting business isn’t optional anymore. It’s the difference between falling behind and staying ahead.” Resources & Links Try Bella’s custom pet sitting GPT. Learn how to build your own AI assistant. Connect on IG: @bellavasta Book a complimentary 20-min strategy call. Join Bella’s Mastermind. Did You Love This Episode? Share it on Instagram and tag @BellaVasta with your biggest takeaway using #BellaInYourBusiness. Ready to clone yourself and save time? Build your AI assistant today. Transcript Hi, I'm Bella Vasta, and in today’s episode, we’re going back to basics—especially with AI. A recent Mother’s Day moment reminded me that many of you may still be trying to figure this stuff out. I’ll also address common questions like, "What is GPT?" and "How do I use ChatGPT correctly?" Here’s what we’ll cover today: What is ChatGPT? Why AI for pet sitters matters right now How to create AI that sounds like you What’s next for AI in the pet sitting world Why AI Matters for Pet Sitters If you've heard of ChatGPT but still aren’t quite sure what it does or how it fits into your daily operations, you're not alone. This episode is designed to help you understand it—and maybe even get a little excited about it. The key takeaway? You don’t need to be a tech wizard, but you do need to start planning for AI integration now. The pet sitting industry is not immune to tech shifts, and the gap between those using AI and those who aren’t is only going to widen. What Is ChatGPT? Let’s demystify ChatGPT. Think of it like Kleenex is to tissues—ChatGPT is just one brand of AI. It stands for “Generative Pre-trained Transformer”—a fancy way of saying it’s a tool that generates human-like text. It learns from data, including pet care info, and uses a model called a transformer to generate responses. It's not the only option either—there’s Claude, Gemini, and even tools that aggregate all of them like Magai. At first, these tools just predicted text. But now, they're becoming what experts call agentic—they take actions on your behalf. Imagine an AI that writes client emails, social posts,
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    20 mins
  • Episode 436: You’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business Owners

    Episode 436: You’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business Owners
    May 7 2025
    You’re Not Broken — Just Underclaimed: Empowerment for Dog Walking Business Owners Are you building your business while quietly wondering if something’s wrong with you? Bella Vasta unpacks a truth many dog walking business owners need to hear: You’re not broken—just underclaimed. This conversation is about more than motivation. It’s about empowerment for dog walking business owners who are ready to lead with authenticity. Bella shares how she broke free from the toxic belief systems that kept her stuck in burnout, silence, and self-doubt—and how you can too. She unpacks the three most common lies pet industry entrepreneurs tell themselves, and replaces them with truth bombs that hit straight to the soul. If you’ve ever said, “I’ll do it when I’m more ready,” “I can’t show up until I have it all figured out,” or “If I shine too bright, I’ll lose people”, Bella calls B.S. on all of it. She doesn’t just cheer you on—she gives you the mindset tools and mirror you need to take your next bold step. In this Episode, You'll Discover... Why you might be operating at only 60% of your potential 3 massive lies keeping pet biz owners playing small What real empowerment for dog walking business owners looks like (spoiler: it’s not perfection) How to lead with your full self—messy, loud, intuitive, and powerful The exact mindset shift to stop outsourcing your worth How to start showing up now (yes, before you feel “ready”) Timestamps: 00:00 – Why Bella’s stepping away from strategy talk and straight into truth. 00:46 – Recognizing the whispers that say "there's more"—and what to do about them. 03:08 – The truth that sparked this entire episode on empowerment for dog walking business owners. 06:00 – The behind-the-scenes crack that changed everything. 8:00 – The 3 big lies entrepreneurs believe about power and success13:00 – What happens when you fully step into your power Notable Quotes: “You are not behind. You’re just underclaimed.” “Real power isn’t polished. It’s raw.” “Your power doesn’t push people away—it calls the right ones closer.” “You don’t get to live a powerful life by default. You have to choose it.” “If you’re waiting to be more ready—stop. Readiness is a decision, not a checklist.” Resources & Links Bella’s AI Bot Class: How to Create Your Own GPTs Email Bella: bella @jumpconsulting.net Connect on IG: @bellavasta Book a complimentary 20-min strategy call. Join the Mastermind Did You Love This Episode? Did this episode hit home? Share it on Instagram and tag @BellaVasta with your biggest takeaway using #BellaInYourBusiness. Let's create a ripple effect of empowered leadership in the pet industry! Transcript Bella Vasta:Welcome to another episode of Bella In Your Business. My name is Bella Vasta, and today I'm going to take a little bit of a break from going full-fledged on AI. This is going to be more of a heart episode. You guys tend to love it when I do these, so we're going to kind of move into that today. We're going to go deeper than just pet sitting strategies, deeper than the hiring systems. This is all part of the empowerment for dog walking business owners. I've got something on my heart that needs to be said. I've been talking to a lot of you, and the real thing is, most of you are operating at about 60% of your power. And I think you even know it, but you're not sure what to do about it. You feel that whisper—that nagging voice—that says, There’s more. There has to be more to everything I’m building, to life, to what I’m doing. But you shush it. Maybe it's business or maybe it's kids. It might be expectations from other people. Maybe it's all the bills. Buckle up, Buttercup, because in the next 20 minutes, we’re going to stop pretending. We’re going to claim our power, and I’m going to show you exactly how. I’m not just going to talk about it. Because if I only motivate you or get you excited,
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    18 mins
  • Episode 435: Clone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting Business

    Episode 435: Clone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting Business
    Apr 30 2025
    Clone Yourself in Your Pet Sitting Business Ever wish you could clone yourself in your pet sitting business so you could finally get off the phone, still book new clients, and stop repeating the same info 1,000 times a week? In this episode, we’re talking about making that wish a real, scalable reality. I’m sitting down with George B. Thomas, the human behind an AI-powered clone that literally talks, teaches, and problem-solves as him—because it is him. This tech isn’t cold and creepy. It’s warm, human, and helpful. Trust me, I talked to his clone and forgot it wasn’t actually George. That’s how good it is. And YES, you could totally do this in your pet biz. Imagine giving your clients 24/7 access to "you"—your knowledge, your answers, your heart—even when you're knee-deep in litter boxes. In this episode, you’ll discover: How cloning yourself doesn’t replace you, it amplifies you Why AI-powered voice clones are a game-changer for solopreneurs and pet pros The exact tech George used to create his digital twin (yes, with a phone number!) How to train a clone using your beliefs, voice, and values Ways you can use this in your own pet biz: sales calls, client FAQs, team training, and more Timestamps 2:30 – Bella discovers George’s clone and has a real conversation with it 7:00 – What cloning could mean for pet sitters juggling leashes and sales calls 9:00 – George explains how he built his clone (and how YOU can too) 14:00 – The mindset shift you need before you build your AI twin 24:00 – How clones can support your team AND delight your clients Notable Quotes “I’m not using it to replace me. I’m using it to scale me and augment me.” – George B. Thomas “Imagine your clients calling an AI version of you to ask for dog walking info—anytime, in any language.” – Bella Vasta Resources & Links Bella’s AI Bot Class: How to Create Your Own GPTs Email Bella: bella@jumpconsulting.net Connect on IG: @bellavasta Try George’s clone at helper.georgebthomas.com George B. Thomas HubSpot Helper Growth AI Clone Access Jump Consulting Mastermind Did You Love This Episode? Want more content like this? Join our Mastermind or book a 1:1 coaching session. Transcript [00:00] Bella Vasta: Um. Welcome everybody to another episode of Bella in your business. I have something interesting for you today. Bella Vasta: The thing is is. I have not actually had a guest on my podcast for a very long time. You are going to be so excited for what I'm about to bring you today because I was George B. Thomas is here with us today, and he doesn't know it yet. But the day that this all came down I was having a pretty crappy day. Bella Vasta: And he came across my feed sharing a screenshot of something that was basically throwing out an 800 number and saying like, Call my my clone, and I was like what. And so I called. This number had a 3 min, total natural conversation with what I thought literally felt like George. That's how good it was. Bella Vasta: And I instantly jumped into my mastermind, called it back. Did a whole video on it, and then begged, actually asked his clone if he would come on my podcast and here we are without further ado. George B. Thomas, how are you, my friend? George B. Thomas: Bella, I'm doing great. I'm super honored to be here to be honest with you. This whole um. Journey that you just explained was both fun and enlightening... [00:05] George B. Thomas: ...It just shows the power of when you take the time to lean in and try to innovate in your business, and play. Just play around and see what can happen. George B. Thomas: What really fills my heart with joy is. You said you were having a bad day, and then all of a sudden, you interacted with the clone, and you were having a better day... Bella Vasta: It's so amazing. And I love that you just mentioned that, too... George B. Thomas: Yeah, I like long walks on the beach. No,
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    28 mins

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