226: Finding Joy While Building Your Pet Business

What if the secret to growing your business isn’t in the metrics—but in your mindset? In this soul-stirring episode, Fern gets real about what it takes to build not just a thriving pet care business, but a fulfilling life along the way. Inspired by personal stories and lessons from his book Getting Paid to Play with Puppies, he explores the surprising traps that can quietly drain your joy—even as your business appears successful on the outside.

From the dangers of staying “comfortably unhappy” to redefining what wealth and success actually mean to you, this episode is a powerful reminder to check in with yourself and your goals. If you've ever felt stuck, burnt out, or just unsure whether you're building the right kind of business for your life, this one’s going to hit home. Tune in and rediscover how to find happiness in the hustle—because the journey should be as rewarding as the destination.