Dan Rubenstein: How a Heartbreaking Loss Inspired the Ultimate Pet Care Revolution

Host Chaz Wolfe welcomes Dan Rubenstein to the king's stage.  Dan is CEO and Founder of PUPS Pet Club, a membership-based pet club with five locations in Chicago and plans for further expansion. Dan shares the heartbreaking story of how a personal tragedy involving his own dog led to the creation of PUPS Pet Club, as he sought to provide a responsible and professional care alternative for pet parents. Listen in to learn about Dan's journey from New York, where he ran a similar business called Scout, and how he leveraged his experience as a master dog trainer, even working with celebrities' pets, to create the ultimate urban pet club experience.Throughout the episode, Dan and Chaz discuss the importance of handling adversity in partnerships, building a team that makes you a better business owner, and the thought process behind big business decisions. Additionally, they cover the significance of tracking utilization in the service industry and strategies for getting customers to fully buy into your company. Dan’s story is a powerful example of using personal failure as fuel to launch a game-changing pet care empire. Don't miss this inspiring conversation filled with valuable insights for entrepreneurs and pet enthusiasts alike. Tune in now to hear how Dan Rubenstein found a way to turn a personal tragedy into a doggy pup club empire.During this episode, you will learn about;[01:42]  Intro To Dan and His Business[05:00]  Dan’s Why[17:53]  A Successful Decision Dan Has Made as a Business Owner[20:53]  Building a Quality Team Around You[23:21]  A Bad Decision Dan Made in Business[27:10]  How Dan Makes Big Decisions[29:11]  What Metric Would Dan Track if He Could Only Choose One[39:35]  What Advice Would You Give to Young Dan[41:08]  How to Connect With Dan[42:58]  Info on Gathering The Kings mastermindNotable QuotesCommit to the decision once you've made it, but take your time in making the decision. - Dan RubensteinScientifically, it's proven that dogs are better for humans, particularly for our emotional well-being. If I can somehow improve that relationship, then we're winning. - Dan RubensteinPatience is key; however, more importantly, if you want to be a great manager, listen at least twice as much as you talk, if not more. - Dan RubensteinFor entrepreneurs listening to this, you must believe in what you do and put everything you have behind it—not just your money, but also your heart and soul. - Dan RubensteinFor business purposes, focus on taking care of your people, serving your clients through your team, and ensuring all of this aligns with your mission statement. - Chaz WolfeBooks and Resources Recommended:Goggins, David. Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds. Lioncrest Publishing, 2018.Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Hurt-Me-Master-Your/dp/1544512279Let’s Connect!Dan Rubenstein:https://pupspetclub.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-rubenstein-8316a44b/Chaz Wolfe (Host): Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/chazwolfe?utm_source=linktree_admin_shareWebsite:  www.gatheringthekings.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chazwolfe/Instagram: