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Business Management & Marketing for Pet Stylists Flashcards

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  1. A grooming salon owner reviews monthly expenses and finds supply costs rise proportionally with the number of grooms performed. These are:

    Answer: Variable costs

    Variable costs change in proportion to production volume; grooming supplies like shampoo and blades increase as the number of grooms increases.

  2. What is the purpose of a SWOT analysis for a pet grooming business?

    Answer: To evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing the business

    A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool that helps business owners understand internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats.

  3. A groomer sets prices at $5 less than the nearest competitor to attract clients. This strategy is called:

    Answer: Competitive pricing

    Competitive pricing sets prices in relation to competitors, with the goal of being more attractive to price-sensitive customers.

  4. Which of the following best describes 'gross profit' for a grooming salon?

    Answer: Revenue minus only the direct costs of delivering grooming services

    Gross profit is calculated by subtracting the direct cost of services (like supplies and labor) from revenue, before accounting for overhead expenses.

  5. A pet stylist is building a Google Business Profile. Which element most directly impacts local search visibility?

    Answer: Accurate business name, address, phone number, and category

    Consistent and accurate NAP (Name, Address, Phone) information along with the correct business category are critical ranking signals for local Google searches.

  6. When a groomer bundles a bath, haircut, nail trim, and ear cleaning into one discounted package, this is an example of:

    Answer: Bundle pricing

    Bundle pricing groups multiple services together at a combined price, often at a slight discount, to increase overall transaction value and client convenience.

  7. Which of the following is a key benefit of requiring appointment deposits for grooming bookings?

    Answer: It ensures the client is financially committed and reduces no-shows

    Deposits create a financial commitment that significantly reduces no-show rates and last-minute cancellations, protecting the groomer's income.