Stop running your grooming salon on memory and start leading with systems. In this Boardroom Boss training, Dara Forleo, founder of The Whole Pet Grooming Academy — the only DOE-licensed grooming school in the U.S. for career groomers — teaches how to create onboarding and training systems that protect your brand, build consistency, and give you freedom as a leader.

This week’s episode, “Finding Your ‘Why’ Again,” is a gentle reminder that even the most passionate professionals can lose sight of their purpose when routine takes over. Dara shares a personal story about rediscovering pride and connection in her craft and invites you to do the same.

Inside this week’s Groomer’s Boardroom, we’re talking about team energy, that invisible pulse every salon owner feels the moment they walk in the door. Learn how to recognize burnout, shift your team’s mood, and lead with confidence, not chaos.

The Pause Before the Push

In a career built on care and momentum, slowing down might feel counterintuitive, but it’s often the key to better focus, calmer energy, and stronger work. 💭 Where in your week do you rush past yourself?