Becoming a mom changes everything, especially when you are trying to keep horses in your life. There are three things I have noticed about people that have been able to rebound quickly to riding versus those of us that flounder along the riding path for years.
Read more3 Ways To Lose Clients In The Horse Industry
Running a boarding facility and giving lessons is fun but can be very tough. It’s hard work. You make friends with your clients. However, you are still a professional. People will come and go. You cannot please everyone and if you try, you will end up pleasing no one, including yourself. Here are 3 ways to scare off clients.
Read moreHorse People: It Has to be Someone's Fault
When we blame others we continue to focus on the problem. We don’t learn from our own mistakes, and we focus less on a solution. What else happens when we focus on whose fault it is and blaming other people? We create an unhealthy barn culture.
Read more4 Tips For Dealing With Barn Bullies
Barn bullies are never fun to deal with! Here are 4 essential tips to help you cope and deal with barn bullies.
Read moreBullying At The Barn
Bullies are not only found on the school playground. Adults can be bullies too.
Read moreTaking a Break From Riding
It is okay to take a break from riding. The world will keep spinning and the sun will still come up the next day!
Read moreNew Riding Instructor - 5 Things to Consider
There are 5 things to consider when looking for your next riding instructor.
Read moreBuying a Project Horse
There’s no such thing as a cheap or free horse.
Read moreRiding Goals and Expectations
Having big goals and dreams is great! It can keep us motivated, and it is great to start with an end in mind. You and your trainer should be working towards your dreams and goals. I think even if you never plan on showing, you still need to have goals. Maybe your goal will just be to canter around the entire ring twice.
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