Competing, Confidence & Community: Real Talk with Rebecca Duduid & Charlotte Pulling
In this episode of The Pet Groomers Community Podcast, host Jo Wallace is joined by fellow Colin Taylor Brand Ambassadors Rebecca Duduid and Charlotte Pulling for an open, honest conversation about grooming competitions, teaching, and the power of community within the industry .
Rebecca and Charlotte share their personal journeys into competing, why they wish they’d started sooner, how competitions have helped build confidence, and what it’s really like stepping into the ring for the first time. The conversation also dives into tutoring and education, including their experiences teaching IPET qualifications, the benefits of one-to-one training, and preparing students for the realities of working in a busy salon environment .
Together, they discuss:
Practical advice for groomers considering competitions
Different competition classes and what to expect
Managing nerves, imposter syndrome, and expectations
The importance of feedback, experience, and enjoying the process
How competitions, seminars, and workshops help combat isolation in a largely solo industry
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