Time for a new career...

Kaneman · 05-23-2009, 09:34 AM

Even though I said it before this time I've definitely proven to myself that I'm not cut out for the office. So people always say chose a career that involves something you love.

So, inspired by my self employed and no boss having wife, I'm going to go into business for myself. I want to be a dog trainer. Its something I'm very good at and something I would enjoy doing on a daily basis. I'm working to get some cards made up and I figure I'll start off by passing them out at the dog park to people who's dogs are out of control. I'm no Cesar Millan but I am good with wild, unruly and aggressive animals.

So what do you think a fair price to charge for an hour long session is? I'm not looking to get rich, only to get some good word of mouth out there. In fact I'm in a unique position to where I don't actually need the money at this moment.
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Smittie61984 · 05-23-2009, 10:14 AM

I think Michael Vick charges $100 an hour. Just kidding

No clue what a good charge is because my dog is extremely well behaved (and untrained). But you could call around to similar businesses and see what they charge to give you an idea.

Good luck with your business!

skiergirl · 05-23-2009, 12:02 PM

Judging by your posts about your dog on here I think you made a good career choice. It's obviously something that you love and means a lot to you. Word of mouth is the best advertisement you can get. Maybe do a 'freebie/discount deal' to a couple people that have friends with dogs or that you know are influential in the community type thing. If you are that good with them, they will tell everyone they know..

I know when I have great service someone I tell all my friends to check it out. Good luck!

Particle Man · 05-23-2009, 12:50 PM

Sounds like a great idea! Good luck man.

Quick281 · 05-23-2009, 08:25 PM

I would call around and look online, get a reasonable idea of what others are charging and what actually products/offerings they provide.

Use that to see what you can provide and do better.

Even if you don't need the money, I would get the business going and work on your days off, charging a price low enough that most would want to give you a shot. As business continues and grows there should be a phase when you can scale back from the office and go full time with your other passion.

Even if you don't "need" the money, it would be a poor choice to jump out and then full time into something.

Even if it is your true passion, you should be very diligent in how you plan and run your business. As it grows, you will reap the benefits of your passion and hard work.

Sounds like you are making the right choice though!

Good luck!

racedoll · 05-24-2009, 08:35 PM

Just check around for pricing and go from there.
Offering a discount at first might be nice, just don't get caught up in offering a discount for everyone. You'll end up selling yourself short.

05-23-2009, 09:34 AM	#1
Kaneman AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Odessa, TX Moto: 2000 Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird Posts: 4,931	Time for a new career... Even though I said it before this time I've definitely proven to myself that I'm not cut out for the office. So people always say chose a career that involves something you love. So, inspired by my self employed and no boss having wife, I'm going to go into business for myself. I want to be a dog trainer. Its something I'm very good at and something I would enjoy doing on a daily basis. I'm working to get some cards made up and I figure I'll start off by passing them out at the dog park to people who's dogs are out of control. I'm no Cesar Millan but I am good with wild, unruly and aggressive animals. So what do you think a fair price to charge for an hour long session is? I'm not looking to get rich, only to get some good word of mouth out there. In fact I'm in a unique position to where I don't actually need the money at this moment. ________ Pissing girl Last edited by Kaneman; 05-09-2011 at 07:47 PM..

05-23-2009, 10:14 AM	#2
Smittie61984 I give Squids a bad name Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fly Over State Moto: 1996 CBR600 F3 (AKA the Flying Turd) Posts: 4,742	I think Michael Vick charges $100 an hour. Just kidding No clue what a good charge is because my dog is extremely well behaved (and untrained). But you could call around to similar businesses and see what they charge to give you an idea. Good luck with your business! __________________ lifts - R.I.P.

05-23-2009, 12:50 PM	#4
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	Sounds like a great idea! Good luck man. __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

05-23-2009, 08:25 PM	#5
Quick281 Victim of Blazer Rapage Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Talkeetna, AK Moto: 06 GSXR 600 Posts: 1,707	I would call around and look online, get a reasonable idea of what others are charging and what actually products/offerings they provide. Use that to see what you can provide and do better. Even if you don't need the money, I would get the business going and work on your days off, charging a price low enough that most would want to give you a shot. As business continues and grows there should be a phase when you can scale back from the office and go full time with your other passion. Even if you don't "need" the money, it would be a poor choice to jump out and then full time into something. Even if it is your true passion, you should be very diligent in how you plan and run your business. As it grows, you will reap the benefits of your passion and hard work. Sounds like you are making the right choice though! Good luck! __________________ -Alex- Resident TWFix Noob. My 06 GSXR 600 <-- Its Clickable Fools.

05-23-2009, 12:02 PM	#3
skiergirl Gixxer Girl Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kyle, TX Moto: 05 GSXR 750 & 06 YZ250F Posts: 1,424	Judging by your posts about your dog on here I think you made a good career choice. It's obviously something that you love and means a lot to you. Word of mouth is the best advertisement you can get. Maybe do a 'freebie/discount deal' to a couple people that have friends with dogs or that you know are influential in the community type thing. If you are that good with them, they will tell everyone they know.. I know when I have great service someone I tell all my friends to check it out. Good luck!

05-24-2009, 08:35 PM	#6
racedoll AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: '04 Kawasaki ZX6RR Posts: 3,392	Just check around for pricing and go from there. Offering a discount at first might be nice, just don't get caught up in offering a discount for everyone. You'll end up selling yourself short.