Steps to Better Barn Leadership
bridle and bit that fit and work best for the particular horse and a halter that wont pull off over its head if it becomes fractious or excited during turnout and pulls back from the handler.
It can be difficult to manage the budget when running a horse business but investing in your staff is a key area that should not be overlooked.
Training your employees takes time and effort and even if they arent learning on the job you dont want them to be unable to dedicate the necessary time and effort to your work because they have to run between multiple employment places in order to earn a decent living.
Its not fair to expect free help after hours for no additional pay. Extra payment for overtime does not have to be monetary it can be a training lesson or a paid clinic riding slot or extra time off. Whatever the hours the pay and the terms of employment should always be agreed to and in writing.