Beyond the Shears

Episode 015 - Burnt the Fur Out with Azairreah Hill

Burnout is real — and it’s hitting pet groomers hard. In this episode of Beyond the Shears, Crystal Lee sits down with author, speaker, and grooming professional Azairreah Hill to talk about her new book Burnt the Fur Out. This honest, empowering conversation tackles what burnout looks like in the grooming industry, how to spot the signs early, and how groomers can protect their peace while still loving their work. Azairreah shares insights from the book including setting boundaries that actually work, releasing guilt around rest, and imagining what life can look like beyond overwhelm. Whether you’re at your breaking point or simply trying to find better balance, this episode offers validation, clarity, and tools to help you stay in the grooming game without burning out. Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/eAwQoPW 👍 If you found this helpful, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more insights on running a successful grooming business! 💬 Drop a comment below—what topic should we cover next? ___________________________________________________________ 🌐 Visit Our Website: www.petbizadvisors.com 🎙 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: Spotify | Apple Podcasts ✔ Follow Us on TikTok - @‌petbizadvisors 📸 Follow Us on Instagram: @‌petbizadvisors Join the Groom Haus Family! https://thegroomhaus.com/?campaign=youtube&ref=125

Episode 014-No Tax on Tips Update

***UPDATE - Pet Groomer's are now listed on the Treasury's website as of 09/05/25*** Link to PDF Form: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Tipped-Occupations-Detailed-8-27-2025.pdf The Big Beautiful Bill just passed with a major benefit for service workers — no federal tax on tips. But guess what? Pet groomers weren’t specifically listed among the 68 occupations included. In this solo episode of Beyond the Shears, Crystal Lee, The Groomer’s Accountant, breaks down what this could mean for your grooming business and why a coalition of industry professionals is urging lawmakers to include groomers in the final language of the bill. Crystal also shares key points from a formal letter sent to Congress and explains how you — as a grooming professional — can raise your voice and get involved. If you accept tips and want to make sure you’re treated fairly under this new law, this episode is a must-listen. 📎 Read the letter here: https://www.franchise.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Pet-Grooming-45B-Letter-7.23.25.pdf 📣 Want to take action? Share the letter and contact your representatives. For continued updates and discussion, join us inside The Pet Biz Collective on Facebook — where groomers are learning, supporting, and growing together. 👍 If you found this helpful, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more insights on running a successful grooming business! 💬 Drop a comment below—what topic should we cover next? ___________________________________________________________ 🌐 Visit Our Website: www.petbizadvisors.com 🎙 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: Spotify | Apple Podcasts ✔ Follow Us on TikTok - @‌petbizadvisors 📸 Follow Us on Instagram: @‌petbizadvisors Become a Founder in our Online Community Coming 2025 https://www.petbizadvisors.com/community Join the Groom Haus Family! https://thegroomhaus.com/?campaign=youtube&ref=125

Episode 013 - Housecall Grooming with Karli Steeves

Karli Steeves, owner of Pup Culture Grooming in San Antonio, Texas, joins Crystal Lee on Beyond the Shears to share her journey from bather at a corporate grooming salon to independent house call groomer. With over a decade of grooming experience and just one year into running her own business, Karli talks candidly about how she found herself in entrepreneurship almost by accident — and how she's made it work on her terms. In this episode, Karli breaks down what house call grooming actually looks like, how she sets boundaries, and the lessons she's learned running a solo business. If you’ve ever been curious about nontraditional grooming models, or you’re just getting started in the industry, this episode offers practical insight and relatable takeaways for any groomer looking to carve their own path.

Episode 012-Who Has Your Back In Business?

If something happened to you tomorrow, could your business still function? In this episode of Beyond the Shears, Crystal Lee, The Groomer’s Accountant, breaks down why every solo business owner needs a trusted backup — especially when it comes to banking, digital access, and client communication. From adding someone with signature authority on your business account to making sure someone can access your scheduling tools, website, and social media, this episode helps you think through the “what-ifs” and how to protect your business from total shutdown in case of emergency. If you're the only one with the keys to your business, it's time to rethink that. Tune in for a practical conversation on business continuity, trust, and peace of mind for solo pet professionals. 💬 Drop a comment below—what topic should we cover next? ___________________________________________________________ 🌐 Visit Our Website: www.petbizadvisors.com 🎙 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: Spotify | Apple Podcasts ✔ Follow Us on TikTok - @‌petbizadvisors 📸 Follow Us on Instagram: @‌petbizadvisors Become a Founder in our Online Community Coming 2025 https://www.petbizadvisors.com/community Join the Groom Haus Family! https://thegroomhaus.com/?campaign=youtube&ref=125

Episode 011 Business Burnout & the ADHD Brain with Suzi Payton

What does it really look like to run a business with an ADHD brain? In this episode of Beyond the Shears, Crystal Lee sits down with Suzi Payton — a UK-based speaker, coach, and comedian — to talk honestly about the challenges and strengths that come with being a neurodivergent entrepreneur. From late diagnosis to struggles with focus, structure, and self-trust, Suzi shares personal insights and practical tools for grooming professionals and solo business owners trying to make it all work. Together, they explore how ADHD shows up in daily business life, why traditional productivity advice often falls flat, and how to create systems that actually support how your brain works. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD or you’ve just always felt “different” in how you run your business, this episode offers real validation — and a few helpful mindset shifts — to remind you that you're not broken. You’re just wired for a different path. Episode Links: Suzi Payton Website: https://suzipayton.com/ Suzi's Book - "Lost and Now Found" https://a.co/d/bW2xhcx ADHD Love Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ADHD_love/shorts 👍 If you found this helpful, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more insights on running a successful business! 💬 Drop a comment below—what topic should we cover next?