Welcome to Beyond the Shears, the podcast where pet grooming business owners learn how to scale, systematize, and succeed. From tax tips to marketing strategies, we cover everything you need to run a profitable and stress-free grooming business. Hosted by Crystal Lee of Pet Biz Advisors, "The Groomer's Accountant" and Certified Professional Business Coach, the cast takes you through some of the most challenging parts of running the business and gives you the next steps to turn your dreams into reality. Tune in and take your business to the next level!
Episode 015 - Burnt the Fur Out with Azairreah Hill
Author Azairreah Hill discusses her book, *Burnt the Fur Out*, with Crystal Lee, exploring burnout in the grooming industry and providing strategies for groomers to protect their well-being in this interview.
6 Sept 2025
Episode 014-No Tax on Tips Update
Crystal Lee, The Groomer's Accountant, explains the implications of the new federal tax law on tips for pet groomers and how they can advocate for inclusion in this solo episode.
21 Aug 2025
Episode 013 - Housecall Grooming with Karli Steeves
Crystal Lee interviews Karli Steeves, owner of Pup Culture Grooming, about her transition to house call grooming and lessons learned running a solo business.
7 Aug 2025
Episode 012-Who Has Your Back In Business?
Crystal Lee, The Groomer’s Accountant, explores the critical need for solo business owners to establish trusted backups for banking, digital access, and client communication to ensure business continuity in emergencies; this is an interview.
24 Jul 2025
Episode 011 Business Burnout & the ADHD Brain with Suzi Payton
Crystal Lee interviews Suzi Payton, a speaker and coach, who reveals the challenges and strengths of running a business with ADHD, offering validation and mindset shifts for neurodivergent entrepreneurs.
10 Jul 2025
Episode 010 Big Changes, Bigger Deductions: Breaking Down the New Tax Law
Crystal Lee, The Groomer's Accountant, analyzes the new tax law and its implications for grooming and service-based businesses, focusing on deductions and income tax rates in this interview episode.
26 Jun 2025
Episode 009 - Don't Become a Victim of Bank Fraud
Laura Burnett Shoemaker, Vice President, explores banking's crucial role in small business success, focusing on fraud protection and cash flow, in an interview with Crystal Lee.
12 Jun 2025
Episode 008 - Is an S Corp Election Right for Your Business?
Elizabeth Fiore of Fiore Accounting & Tax Services explains S Corporation elections to grooming business owners, covering tax savings, compliance, and strategic growth in this interview.
29 May 2025
Episode 007 - Spotlight Series - Sara Medina
Sara Medina of Complete Canine Pet Spa recounts her personal and professional journey in the pet grooming industry, revealing the challenges and triumphs of owning a grooming business in this interview.
15 May 2025
Episode 006-How Profit First Can Save Your Cash Flow with Tim Seymour
In this episode, we’re joined by Tim Seymour of Profit First UK to explore how small business owners can take control of their finances using the Profit First method. We break down what Profit First really means, how to get started, and practical ways to build a more profitable and sustainable business. If you’ve ever struggled with cash flow or paying yourself, this episode is for you.
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1 May 2025
Episode 005-Online Web Presence with The Gratzi
In this episode of Beyond the Shears, Crystal Lee is joined by Adam Kavalauskas from The Gratzi as they discuss the critical role an online presence plays in the success of small businesses, especially in the pet grooming industry. They dive into the importance of having a professional, user-friendly website that reflects your brand and services. Adam explains how SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Google ranking can directly impact your visibility to potential customers, and how optimizing your website can help you stand out in a competitive market. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your digital strategy, this episode provides essential tips on leveraging the web to grow your grooming business and attract more clients.
17 Apr 2025
Episode 004-Denise Heroux-The Ambitious Groomer
In this episode of Beyond the Shears, Crystal Lee is joined by Denise Heroux of The Ambitious Groomer for a powerful conversation on leadership and employee management within the grooming industry. Together, they dive into what it truly means to lead a team, how to recognize and address a toxic work environment, and why setting healthy boundaries is essential for long-term success. Whether you’re a solo groomer hiring your first employee or managing a full team, this episode offers valuable insight into building a supportive, productive, and professional workplace. Don’t miss this one—it’s all about leading with intention and protecting your grooming business from the inside out.
Check Out Denise at the Ambitious Groomer - https://www.theambitiousgroomer.com/
3 Apr 2025
Episode 003 Contracts, Handbooks, & Non Competes with Michael Gentry & Christopher Schuele of Reinhart Law Firm
In this episode of Beyond the Shears, we sit down with employment law experts Michael Gentry & Christopher Schuele from Reinhart Law Firm (www.reinhartlaw.com) to discuss the critical legal aspects of managing employees in the pet grooming industry.
We break down essential topics every business owner needs to understand, including:
✅ Employment contracts—what should be included and why they matter
✅ Employee handbooks—how they protect both you and your team
✅ Employee vs. independent contractor misclassification—how to avoid costly mistakes
✅ Non-compete agreements—do they actually hold up in court?
Whether you have one employee or an entire team, this episode will help you navigate the legal complexities of employment law and protect your business from potential risks.
Tune in now and set your business up for success!
20 Mar 2025
Episode 002 Transfurmational Solutions: Biggest Financial Mistakes Pet Groomers Make
In this episode of Beyond the Shears, we're joined by Laurren Segraves of Transfurmational Solutions to dive into the costly money mistakes pet grooming business owners often make. From failing to budget properly and underpricing services to the dangers of mixing business and personal expenses, Laurren shares valuable insights to help you avoid these common pitfalls. We also discuss the importance of accurate bookkeeping and when it might be time to outsource your financial tasks to a pro. If you're ready to strengthen your business's financial foundation, this episode is for you!
Contact Laurren with Transfurmational Solutions Today!
https://www.transfurmationalbookkeeping.com/
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6 Mar 2025
Episode 001 - Robert Nordlander, CPA - Employee Misclassification
Join Crystal as she chats with Robert, a former IRS Criminal Investigator of 20 years, discussing the employee versus independent contractor debate.
This is an ongoing issue for small business owners in general but is significant in the grooming industry. Feel free to share with others. The only way we can make this industry truly equal is to get compliance back into practice.
28 Feb 2025
Beyond the Shears Episode 000 The Beginning
Hi! Crystal , The Groomer's Accountant, brings you an inside look at our new podcast, Beyond the Shears: Where Groomer's Get Business Savvy.
BTS takes you behind the scenes of what it is like to run a grooming business and answers many of the boring or down-right scary topics facing business owners.
Over the course of the podcast, Crystal will speak to many business professionals such as lawyers, business coaches, marketing specialist, software providers and even an IRS agent. A new episode will air every other Thursday.
Who has been a guest on Beyond the Shears
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Azairreah Hill
Karli Steeves
Suzi Payton
Laura Burnett Shoemaker
Elizabeth Fiore
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
2,572
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 42 / 100
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Quality
45
Social presence
0
YouTube
65
Engagement
32
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