– by Doreen Marion Gee –
This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up, featuring people in business on the Saanich Peninsula.
A profound sense of caring flavours everything Janet Lynch does in her dog grooming business. She is dedicated to the people and animals who put their faith and trust in her. Janet’s generous nature also extends to new entrepreneurs: she has sage advice to help jump start their success.
The bubbly and likeable Janet Lynch is passionate about her new venture, Groom That Dog. The business owner’s website states: “Janet Lynch has over 17+ years in the dog grooming industry. From Dog Obedience, Dog Showing, Kennel Work, Dog Sitting and more. Janet has done it all.” An expert dog groomer, Janet welcomes all breeds. Sometimes the first to detect health issues with the animals, she will advise owners on the next best steps. Janet is proud of her classy new studio at 10109 McDonald Park Road. A valuable addition to her dog grooming business is “Anesthetic-Free Teeth Cleaning for Dogs & Cats” by Cheyanne Cave of Happy Tails Teeth Cleaning.
The grooming professional has benefited from valuable mentors over the years but still refers to herself as largely “self-taught.” Her journey to finally getting her own business is the perfect template for new entrepreneurs. Previously working for others, she now has her own staff: “I love having my own business. I always knew that when I was my own boss, I could do what I want – and now I am!” After less than a year in business, Janet’s success is extraordinary: “I have a lot of great clients and I am doing really well.” But what is she doing right?
First of all, Janet experienced a personal metamorphosis, like a butterfly emerging. Somewhere along the way, “I learned how to stand up for myself, to have good self-esteem.” Her wise advice to new business owners is to “Believe in yourself. You have to believe that you can do it. You can do whatever you want; you can be whatever you want. There will be ups and downs, but self-confidence will get you through it.” She attributes her success to “good customer service and being truthful and forthcoming with her clients.” A top priority for Janet is simply being there for customers – if there is an issue, she follows through with customers until the problem is fixed. Integrity is a core value at Groom That Dog.
Mainly, it is all about caring. “These are my clients. It’s about them and their dogs. I care about them, I really do!” After her tender loving canine grooming, Janet loves to “see the dogs happier and their owners pleased.”
“You don’t need to be fabulous. You just need to care.” That sums it up perfectly.
Contact: www.groomthatdog.ca.
