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June 11, 2024 37 mins
 Amanda Shaw, owner and founder of the Bark Day Planner, shares her journey from scientific research to pet event planning. She started doing dog birthday parties as a hobby and it took off. Amanda talks about the burnout she experienced in academia and how she followed her passion for pet parties. She also discusses the challenges of balancing multiple businesses and caring for her sick mother. Amanda shares her experience of being featured on Good Morning America and the impact it had on her business. 
 
 
1:40 Introduction and Background
16:00 Taking the leap to go all in on your own business
24:40 Balancing Personal & Work Life
29:10The Impact of Being Featured on Good Morning America
 
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