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Behind every great studio is a story of transformation. The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast is your weekly lifeline for leadership, clarity, and community—created for ambitious studio owners who want more than just tips and tactics. Hosted by Olivia Mode-Cater, a lifelong dance educator and entrepreneur, each episode sparks inspiration and strategies to transform your studio and your life. You’ll hear from trailblazing studio owners, mentors, and coaches who have been in the trenches, alon ...
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Starbound Unscripted

Jennifer Hawkins

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Welcome to Starbound Unscripted—the podcast where studio stories, backstage laughs, and real performer moments take center stage. Hosted by Jennifer Hawkins, founder of Starbound Performers and mentor to thousands of dancers and teachers around the world, this show pulls back the curtain on the heart, hustle, and humor that fuel the performing arts world. Whether you're a dance parent, a passionate performer, an aspiring teacher, or just someone who believes in the power of movement, you'll ...
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Brick and Mortar Visibility

Melissa Rose - Business Coach for Studio Businesses

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Welcome to Brick and Mortar Visibility – the go-to podcast for studio business owners who want to stand out, scale up, and create the freedom they deserve. I’m Melissa Rose, a fellow studio business owner who knows firsthand that running a brick-and-mortar isn’t just about sales—it’s about building a legacy. Here, my guests and I dive into real, unfiltered conversations about what it actually takes to run and grow a thriving business—from building and leading a powerhouse team to creating a ...
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Your Studio Podcast | Strategies for Studio Owners

Chantelle Bruinsma & Michelle Hunter | Studio Business Experts

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Your Studio Podcast With Chantelle Bruinsma & Michelle Hunter Feel like you're stuck in a never-ending studio time-loop - same chaos, different costumes? You’re not alone ... and you’re in the right place. Your Studio Podcast is your fortnightly audio breather: a real-talk space where we lift the curtain on what’s actually working in studio businesses right now. From dance to drama, yoga to woodworking - if your studio runs classes, we’ve got strategies that speak your language. Join Studio ...
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The MotUS Edge

Stacy Rowe | Cole Stott | Kevin Brubaker | Casey Jones

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The MotUS Edge Podcast is where cheer, dance, and youth sports business leaders come to learn, grow, and be inspired. Hosted by Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, Cole Stott, and Kevin Brubaker, this podcast dives deep into the world of competitive cheerleading, dance studios, and youth sports gyms. Each week we bring you real conversations with gym owners, industry experts, and business leaders who share strategies on leadership, growth, marketing, athlete development, and building sustainable progra ...
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"Behind the Small Business" - brought to you by Centennial State Insurance Agency - is a podcast focused on the stories of small business owners in Colorado. These owners provide a glimpse behind who they are, what made them want to open a small business, as well as various other aspects of what it takes to be a successful small business owner. Whether you are a fellow small business owner, aspiring owner, or want to simply hear awesome stories from those in your communities, this is the pod ...
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More Than Dance

Krissy Phillipino

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Dance. Mindset. Motivation. More Than Dance is where real life meets the dance floor. Hosted by Krissy Phillipino, a dancer, choreographer, and studio owner with over 30 years in the industry. This podcast dives into the mindset reframes and quiet magic that take shape in the choreography, inside the studio, and through the work of showing up for yourself over and over. Expect episodes packed with storytelling, dance wisdom, raw truths, and the kind of pep talks you didn’t know you needed. T ...
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Every week on the Assemblé Dance Studio Coaching Podcast, Claire O’Shea explores & discusses the vision and practical steps to help you grow your dance studio simply & successfully. With practical tips, tricks and strategies Claire discusses what you need to know to grow your business so you can reach more students & become the go to dance studio in your area. Whether sharing her own experience or interviewing fellow experts in the Dance industry, Claire brings to light topics of interest fo ...
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Beyond The Pointe

Allie Christensen

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As an ex-professional dancer and owner of @AlignFitnessByAllie, a cross training studio for dancers, Allie shares her mission and information to empower healthy, strong, well rounded dancers. Bringing Professional Dancers, Sports Medicine Doctors, Dietician, Trainers, Directors, and more who have centered their careers around dance to share their knowledge in one spot. Join us as Allie brings diverse leaders in the dance world together to assist you to be an informed dancer and parent as you ...
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Baila Room

Ilias Benz

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What motivates us to create, to move, to channel all that passion to bring into being? Join me, Ilias Benz, Salsa Black Belt and owner of Baila Productions as I dive deep into what motivates us to grow, to be better. Find out what makes people tick, why some of us choose live life on our own terms. For lessons off the dance floor, step into the Baila Room.
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Dance Business Daily

Dance Motion Marketing

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The Dance Business Daily Podcast is the perfect resource for dance studio owners who want to grow themselves AND their studio businesses. Guests get honest with us about their failures as well as their successes, so you can learn what NOT to do as well as what TO do. This is the perfect place to get actionable insights and learn from some of the best in the business!
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Ballroom Chat

Love.Live.Dance, LLC

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Casual long-form interviews between Samantha, the owner of the ballroom dance studio Love.Live.Dance, and her weekly guests from around the dance world. Listen in for discussions regarding the history of different dance styles, interviews with dancesport athletes, judges and coaches, general dance industry news, and even tips and tricks for dancers. A great source of dance industry information for beginners and professionals alike.
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Welcome to the Membership Business Growth Podcast, I am Ron Sell, founder of Spark Membership This show is for entreprenuers who own and operate a martial arts school, fitness gym, dance studio, gymnastics or parkour gyms... really any business owner who loves to impact their community by teaching their passions. If your business serves students or members, this show is for you.
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What Was I Made For?

Reynolds Studios Inc.

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Welcome to ’What Was I Made For?’ Your guide to prioritizing happiness and pursuing your passions. Hosted by music producer and content creator Shaun Reynolds, alongside dance school owner and talent agent Rachael Reynolds, this podcast is your go-to source for entertainment and inspiration. Join us as we delve into the stories of incredible guests who have turned their passions into professions, sharing their tales of triumphs, failures, and everything in between. We’ll explore why doing wh ...
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The More Than Movement podcast is hosted by 3 Bay Area dancers JJ, Kristie, and Lexi with very different dance backgrounds. Join them on this monthly podcast where they dive in and spill all the tea on all the hottest topics in the dance world. From topics like dance history and culture, the social impact of dance, mental and physical health for dancers, gender inclusion, fatphobia, industry standards, and much more. We will also be featuring some very special guests along the way. Whether y ...
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Brazos Stories with Hugh Stearns is a podcast covering the characters and stories of the Brazos Valley. The fabric of a community is woven from the threads of the stories of the people and places in that community. In this podcast, Hugh, who is a local business owner and lifelong resident of the Brazos Valley, interviews the people you may know or should know who are contributing to our community life.
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Chicago Is The Culture

Chicago Industry Publishing

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Each season we tap into Chicago's Culture, as we go in-depth with influential tastemakers, upcoming stars, compelling storytellers, successful entrepreneurs and modern educators from Chicago and beyond.
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Mind Your Subconscious

Jennifer Schlueter

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Mind Your Subconscious is the podcast that provides you with tips, tools and perspectives that you need to turn your wildest dreams into reality. We believe that the key to your dreams lies in your subconscious but we also know that not everything works for everyone. That is why we provide you with a variety of modalities you can use to get rid of your subconscious limiting beliefs, so you can make your dreams come true. Your host is hypnotherapist Jennifer Schlueter, who quit her job to tra ...
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The Speech Source

Mary and Kim

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Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon are two pediatric speech-language pathologists with over 25 years of combined experience. As speech therapists, we are often the first professionals to assess young children once they are referred by their pediatrician. Either they are not talking well or they are not eating well. We get to know our patients, their families, and how they are developing. We have a front row seat during the first critical and formative years of development for those who receive our s ...
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In this game-changing episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle mentor Nadine Selinger, owner of Dance City in Regina, Saskatchewan. Nadine opens up about her wake-up call moment, when running on exhaustion and relying only on tuition was no longer sustainable. She shares the practical (and prof…
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In this special MotUS Edge Podcast bonus episode, host Casey Jones goes live from the MotUS Business Expo with some of the biggest names in the cheer and dance event world — All Out Brands, American Spirit Championships, Choice Events, and World Cheer Co. Hear powerful insights from James Kersey, Paul Skinner, Dennis Worley, and Jabreel Rayam as th…
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A school assignment that turned into a full-blown non-profit organization? That's exactly what happened with Veterans Exploration Therapy. Listen in to Deke's story about his experiences transitioning out of the military and the struggles he overcame and how it led to the inspiration of this non-profit that is dedicated to helping bringing veterans…
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This episode is all about one of the most limiting words: "CAN'T" and the reasons why I choose to not say it and how I encourage my students to avoid it too! This positive reframe will change your life! "Can't" fuels your limiting beliefs. There are so many ways to say what you want to say that inspires you vs. degrade you. Can't is short cut to op…
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Send us a text 🎧 School is back in session, and our dancers are feeling the pressure. Between homework, rehearsals, late nights, and early mornings, finding balance can feel almost impossible. In this episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer shares real comments from dancers who admit they’re not quite managing it all — and that honesty opens …
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Are your Facebook or Instagram ads falling flat — no leads, no enrolments, and no idea why? You’re not alone. In this episode, Chantelle Bruinsma and Michelle Hunter unpack why paid ads often don’t deliver the results you hoped for — and how to fix it for good. You’ll discover the simple, soulful marketing shifts that help you attract dream student…
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On this episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, Kevin Brubaker, and Cole Stott share their funniest and most chaotic competition season stories—from missing team music at CHEERSPORT to building haunted house backdrops that nearly collapsed. Beyond the laughs, they dive into real strategies for gym owners: setting clear exp…
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In this episode learn the 4 things that every dancer can do to have the best experience at class. Step 1: Create your intention: Why did you come to class today? What did you want to get out of class today? What do you want to focus on? What do you want to improve? Where do you want your headspace to be? Step 2: Check in with yourself: When the fir…
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As business owners, we’re taught to excel. We’re taught to lead well. We’re given the books, the assessments, the coaches, and the tools to reach success. But then one day you stop and wonder—is this it? Is this really what success feels like? Because instead of fulfillment, you feel exhausted, disconnected, and maybe even a little lost. That’s whe…
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Everyone’s always waiting for the “perfect time.” I am a believer that perfect timing doesn’t exist. It’s something we create and choose to believe when we look at situations half full. In this episode, I share the story of how I became a DJ. This moment could’ve easily looked like bad timing if I chose to see it that way. I chose to look at the gl…
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In this episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, and Kevin Brubaker sit down with Orson Sykes, the visionary founder of Twist and Shout. Orson shares his journey from NCAA gymnastics champion to one of the most respected leaders in All Star cheer. He opens up about starting his gym, the challenges of hiring and retention, b…
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In this insight-packed episode, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Andy Seely, CEO of Creatively Disruptive, to reveal how dance studios can grow profits without piling on the stress. If you’ve ever felt trapped in the cycle of “doing it all” and still hitting a revenue ceiling, this conversation is your wake-up call. Andy shares how the most success…
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Send us a text Fundraising doesn’t have to feel like begging for money — it can be one of the best ways to build community, connect with local businesses, and create opportunities for your dancers. In this episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer Hawkins shares how Starbound Performers structures their fundraising program, from bucket drops an…
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In this episode. I share 3 CRAZY stories of when I was doubted by others and how I used those experiences shape my life. We go into my favorite strategies for overcoming doubt: stay true to yourself and understanding your "why" learn to be a teacher and teach people who you are.. and that you don't need their approval put yourself in a moment to li…
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The first podcast where the gang is all together in person - Join Stacy, Casey, and Cole from the 2025 Business Expo as they get ready to kick off this year’s event. Enjoy clips from some of the guests that have joined the expo in making it our largest and best yet! ******************************************* Connect with the MotUS Team: Online | w…
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There’s a big difference between being lazy and knowing when to rest. Rest doesn’t mean regression it means recovery. And recovery is part of the work. In this episode, I talk about how learning to hold back is actually a skill. Just like pushing through discomfort is a skill. Both change the way you show up. I talk about: How to modify without sha…
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We all know that knowing your numbers in business isn’t just nice to have—it’s essential. If you don’t know your numbers, you can’t optimize your business, pay yourself consistently, or make the kind of impact you want in your community. That’s why I love bringing on experts who live and breathe accounting—bookkeepers, CFOs, and financial coaches—t…
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In this solo episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater reveals why most studios lose nearly half of their students every year—and how the top-performing studios break the cycle with retention strategies that actually work. Drawing lessons from gyms, preschools, and Inner Circle members, Olivia shares practical, real-w…
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Running a small business isn’t just about profits — it’s about people. In this episode of Behind the Small Business, I sit down with Ty, owner of Restoration Station Colorado, to talk about what it’s like to be in the business of repairing homes after disasters like floods, fires, and mold damage — and how his mission goes beyond the work itself. T…
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We all dread certain conversations. There's usually a reason: fear. Fear of rejection or fear of conflict. Sometimes these hard conversations are the conversations you get to have with yourself. In this episode, I talk about: Why avoidance creates resentment toward yourself and toward others How broken-record promises to yourself keep you stuck Why…
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In this episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe, Casey Jones, and Kevin Brubaker sit down with special guest Jenna Kennedy to unpack her inspiring journey through cheerleading, sports, and business. Jenna shares how she grew up in all-star cheer, earned life-changing opportunities with the New York Yankees and Charlotte Hornets, and eve…
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In this episode, I share with you a few stories about how I grew my creativity muscle and became more creative through play. Sometimes we assume that we are not creative because we weren't born with "it". I am here to teach and show you how to tap into your own creativity so you too, can become creative and have more FUN! Learn how to: let ideas fl…
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LinkedIn isn’t just for corporate types—it’s a powerful visibility tool for local business owners too. But most of us are leaving easy wins on the table. In this episode, I’m sharing my top 3 LinkedIn fixes you can do today to boost your visibility, strengthen your SEO, and connect with the right people. We’ll cover: How to make your profile banner…
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Send us a text Starbound Unscripted...Where Every Performer is a Star—and it all starts with the teachers who guide them. In this episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer takes you behind the scenes of Starbound Performers annual staff meeting. Discover how she sets the tone for a new year with leadership insights, icebreaker activities, studi…
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In this insightful deep dive episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by Inner Circle mentor and powerhouse studio owner, Kelli Leighton, to unpack the strategies that keep dancers and their families coming back year after year. From rec students to competitive teams, Kelli reveals the systems and mindset s…
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There are tons of big moments in life and all of these moments have parallels to being backstage and creating good backstage energy. These big moments could be: a job interview launching an event speaking on stage or giving a presentation getting surgery even breaking up with someone Let me help you get ready for your big moment. Use these skills t…
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In this episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe and Casey Jones sit down with Jason Larkins, and host of Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast. Jason shares how he launched his show during COVID, the hurdles he overcame, and the lessons he’s learned about transparency and leadership in the cheer industry. He also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at…
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Learn how to outsmart your body. Changing the energy and the energy around you can help you feel unstuck and gain the ability to get out of a rut! I brief over the teachings of Dr. Joe Dispenza. Learn how the energy we carry with us predicts our future. When you pattern interrupt you are changing energy, which means you are changing frequency, whic…
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Is your Instagram profile really working for you—or is it just…there? This week, I’m breaking down the five Instagram fixes every brick-and-mortar business owner needs to boost visibility, attract local clients, and actually get results from social media. You’ll learn: ✅ The who, what, where, and how of a powerful bio ✅ The SEO trick most business …
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Send us a text At Starbound, the classroom is just the beginning. Some of the most magical memories happen when our dancers step out into the community — from Boo Fest and holiday parades to competitions, theme parks, and even performing at an Orlando Magic basketball game. In this episode, I’m joined by five of our amazing Starbound Performers stu…
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In this short and powerful episode of the Transform My Dance Studio In this candid and empowering episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by Inner Circle mentor Kelli Leighton for a real talk on student retention, re-enrollment strategies, and building a culture families can’t imagine leaving. Kelli opens …
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In this episode we review the idea that If you are properly rehearsed you are prepared. One of the most valuable skills a dancer has is the fact that we can rehearse and rehearse and prepare. When you take that same idea into your life, you realize you can run a mental rehearsal before big decisions, big changes, or even starting a new activity lik…
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In this short but powerful episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, Stacy Rowe and Casey Jones dive into the challenge of making tough decisions when there’s no perfect answer. From navigating life-changing choices during COVID to handling emergency situations in the gym, they share real strategies on gathering input, trusting your instincts, and knowing…
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Are you leaving visibility (and clients!) on the table with your Facebook page? Spoiler: you probably are—and the good news is, it’s an easy fix. In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down five quick places studio owners miss the mark on Facebook—and how to fix them in less than 10 minutes each. These aren’t complicated hacks or paid ads. They’re si…
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The way dancers show up on stage is the way we get to show up for ourselves in real life. When you can consistently show up for yourself, there are going to be a lot of holes in your life that will eventually get filled in. Think about your goals and your intentions and what it will take to get you there. Usually its a series of doing something wit…
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In this short and powerful 10 Minute Marketing episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater drops a marketing truth bomb that could transform the way you approach your social media. If your posts only speak to strangers, your current families will start to feel like strangers too. Olivia shares her own lessons learned about b…
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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer Hawkins shares insights from a long-overdue anniversary trip to Hawaii—where family, reflection, and culture brought fresh perspective on the importance of balance. Join Ms. Jennifer as she explores how families can navigate the demands of studio life without losing sigh…
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We act a different way when we dress a certain way. what you wear affects how to show up for yourself. I take you through a flashback of when I first came to realize the importance of what you wear. What if I told you that once you start wearing the outfit and dressing the part you will become the part. We talk about body image and self esteem and …
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On this episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe and Kevin Brubaker dive into the importance of building a leadership pipeline inside your gym. From junior coaching programs to developing directors and future owners, they share real stories of how athletes can grow into strong staff members and leaders. Stacy and Kevin unpack the traits …
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This is part two of our Interruptions series, and today we’re diving into detours. The unexpected reroutes that can feel like setbacks and often end up shaping us in better ways. On stage and in life, detours test our patience, and dancers know this: the show must go on. And sometimes, what feels like the wrong turn ends up being the divine one. In…
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What’s actually working right now on social media for local, service-based businesses? After testing new strategies with my clients this month, I saw exceptional growth across the board — and I’m breaking it all down for you in this episode. Inside, I share: ✨ The #1 principle that makes every strategy work better ✨ How to roll out “what’s new” in …
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In this high-impact episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle coach and veteran studio owner Paige Sayegh, who has mastered the art of student retention at scale. With 715 students and a thriving culture built over 31 years, Paige reveals the exact systems, touchpoints, and community-building st…
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This is a two-part episode on interruptions: transitions and detours. In this episode we’re talking about transitions the kind that flip your routines upside down and make everything feel off balance. In this episode, I share a simple math hack that shows why transitions almost always take longer than we expect, and how to adjust with more grace an…
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Behind every great studio is a story of transformation and this podcast is here to help you write yours. But The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast is also stepping into its own transformation. In this new chapter, we’re thrilled to officially welcome Olivia Mode-Cater as your host. Olivia goes beyond business tips to bring you the tools, stories, a…
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In this special episode of The MotUS Edge Podcast, hosts Stacy Rowe, Cole Stott, and Kevin Brubaker welcome Varsity’s Bill Seely and John Newby to reveal the launch of the Pro Cheer League. From tryouts and team selection to league expansion and athlete pay, they unpack everything about this groundbreaking step toward a professional cheerleading pa…
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In this episode we talk all about burn out. When burnout takes over, autopilot replaces awareness. Why do we burn out? Constant people-pleasing Seeking validation Believing there’s “no other option” I share a story with you about a time in my life where i was really burned out and what i did to not only notice my burn out signs in the future to sta…
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✨ Talk about dancing through life! ✨ Nicole, owner of NK Dance Studio in Westminster, CO, joins us on Behind the Small Business to share how she turned her passion for dance into a thriving business that inspires and impacts her community. Her journey is more than just running a studio—it’s about creating connections, building confidence, and touch…
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What if the thing you see as your biggest weakness is actually your greatest asset? This week, I’m sharing one of the best lessons I ever got from a dance professor: “If you can’t fix it, feature it.” At the time, it was about choreography—but over the years, I’ve realized it applies to business too. From my gray hair patch (that my stylist insists…
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