The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast features inspiring sessions with business and dance gurus from all over the globe who reveal their greatest tips, methods and strategies to help you become the ‘go-to’ studio you have always dreamed of. You will be educated, motivated and challenged to think differently about the way you run your studio. Join our expert hosts weekly as they extract the golden takeaways from great business minds in an entertaining and inspiring minefield of information.
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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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A BRAND NEW podcast where your hosts Zoë Francesca and Jessica Faye interview fantastic guests from the dance industry. A place to find great songs to dance to and be inspired to get up and dance to this podcast!
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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
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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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"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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The podcast for dance studio owners that are ready solve problems, streamline work, and boost profits. Cover art photo provided by Efe Kurnaz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@efekurnaz
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In this podcast i'll be giving you tips, tricks and ideas for your dance studios! Plus interviews and advice from relevant suppliers and generally useful tricks and treats
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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. 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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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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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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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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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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"Make Space for More" with Melissa Swink invites you into the world of entrepreneurial transformation, where Melissa shares her remarkable journey from overwhelmed solopreneur to thriving business leader. As the founder and CEO of a virtual assistant services company, Melissa intimately understands the challenges of building and scaling a business. Join Melissa each week as she unveils the blueprint to success, centered around her signature "Make Space for More" framework. Through practical ...
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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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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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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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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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Stop Treating Re-Enrollment Like a One-Day Event
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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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KATIE GEDDES - dance studio owner, let's dance Leeds and her mission! DANCE TO THIS Podcast
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Wow, the passion from Katie about using dance as movement and joy is paramount throughout this episode! Her initiatives are spreading dance throughout Leeds and she's built such an amazing community at her dance studio in Leeds! Dance Studio Leeds insta: https://www.instagram.com/dance_studio_leeds/?hl=en Katie Geddes insta: https://www.instagram.c…
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Make Your LinkedIn Pop: 5 Visibility Tips You Can Do Today
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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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Behind the Curtain: How We Prepare Our Team for a Memorable Year
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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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Your Big Moment And How To Be Prepared: Backstage Energy | Ep 38
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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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CHARLIE - LGBTQ+ dance freedom, teaching, dance for mental health! DANCE TO THIS Podcast
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We can't believe it's episode 7 already!! We are joined by Charlie Hagston who is inspirational with how dance has helped them through dark times and their journey into teaching. Charlie insta: https://www.instagram.com/charliehagstondance/ Charlie tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charliehagston Thankyou for listening! Find all the songs mentioned i…
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The Plateau: Learn How To Outsmart Your Body, Change the Energy Around You, And Finally Feel Unstuck | Ep 37
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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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5 Quick Instagram Fixes Every Studio Owner Needs to Attract More Clients
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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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Spilling the Tea on Business: A Mother-Daughter Chat
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Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink is joined by her 10-year-old daughter, Ava, for a lighthearted conversation about business! They discuss the inspiration behind Melissa's virtual assistant company, the services offered, and the evolution of her role over the years. Tune in to hear their conversa…
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How to Make Dance More Magical: Our Favorite Events of the Year
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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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The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Studio Forever
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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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How To Be Mentally Prepared for Anything: The Dress Rehearsal | Ep 36
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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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SAMMIE RUTTER - hip hop, keeping it PG and inspiring the next generation! DANCE TO THIS Podcast
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Thankyou Sammie for sharing your pathway into the dance industry, from traditional comps to course leader at Leeds City College ! What an inspiration for the young people she teaches and we hope this inspires you too! Sammie insta: https://www.instagram.com/sammienicole_danceofficial/ Explosive insta: https://www.instagram.com/explosive_uk/ Explosi…
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5 Facebook Fixes Every Studio Owner Is Missing (and How to Do Them Right)
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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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Show Up… Even When You Don’t Want To | Ep 35
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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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Stop Selling, Start Nurturing: The 80/20 Rule for Studio Marketing
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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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Family Time vs. Dance Time: Finding the Balance
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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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Dressing The Part: Why the "Costume" Matters | Ep 34
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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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Interruptions Part 2: Detours: How to Excel Through Life's Major Detours | Ep 33
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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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Investing in the Future: Why I Said “Yes” to the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Businesses Program
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Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink shares some exciting news - she's been accepted into the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program! She pulls back the curtain on why this opportunity feels like the perfect next step for her business, and how she's preparing both herself and her team …
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What’s actually working right now on social media for local, service-based businesses?
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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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Retention Isn’t Luck: How to Keep Students Year After Year with Retention Expert Paige Sayegh
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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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Interruptions Part 1: Transitions: How to Excel Through Life's Major Transitions | Ep 32
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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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PAREESHA VALENTINA - Carnival, connecting with roots and bringing the Vybz! DANCE TO THIS Podcast
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This week we're joined by Pareesha, the absolute Carnival QUEEN! You need to check out her creations through Valentina's Collective, they're incredible!! Pareesha opens up about songs that lift her mood and connecting to her ancestors through learning her craft! Pareesha insta: https://www.instagram.com/ms.pvalentina/?hl=en Vybz insta: https://www.…
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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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Systems that Support Delegation: Tools, SOPs, and Templates that Work!
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Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink tackles a challenge many growing businesses face: Effective delegation. Because when delegation isn't working, it's usually not a people problem; it's a process problem. You’ll learn about the foundational systems that transform delegation from a simple task handoff i…
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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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If You Can’t Fix It, Feature It: Turning “Weaknesses” Into Studio Superpowers
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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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The Surprising #1 Reason Employees Quit (And It’s Not Money) with best-selling author Joey Coleman
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In this powerful episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Joey Coleman, best-selling author of Never Lose an Employee Again, to unpack how dance studio owners can transform their staff retention strategy. From the shocking reality that 4% of new hires quit after just one day to the real #1 reason employees …
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How to Teach Studio Etiquette: Building Respect, Professionalism, and Positivity in Dance
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Send us a text Studio etiquette is more than just rules — it’s the foundation of respect, professionalism, and positivity that shapes dancers both on and off the stage. In this episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer shares a complete guide to etiquette at Starbound Performers, with insights you can apply in your own studio or family: 🎀 Hair …
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How To Fight Resistance And Build Momentum | Ep 30
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Momentum isn’t about waiting for motivation to strike it’s about showing up, even when resistance feels heavier than you are. In this episode, we talk about discipline, fear, and the tiny steps that actually move us forward. We’ll talk about why doing it is always easier than not doing it, how resistance hides inside fear and vulnerability, and how…
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LAUREN G - X factor, being Taylor Swift and on tour with...?
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Our first proper guest!! Lauren G takes a break from her busy gigging schedule to tell us all about how she went from her dance degree, to judge's houses with Louis Walsh on X Factor to becoming a successful multi-tribute artist! Lauren G insta: https://www.instagram.com/laurengtributeshows/?hl=en-gb The Good Lies insta: https://www.instagram.com/t…
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Going All In With Fear: Learn Faster, Fail Faster, And Grow Faster | Ep 29
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This episode is all about the next level of courage, not just taking fear along for the ride, but cannonballing into the deep end with it. I share one of my favorite teaching analogies for my beginner dancers to help check their mindset: the difference between tiptoeing into the shallow end of a pool versus jumping in off the diving board. When you…
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A Dance Studio Owner's Journey to Finding Business Balance
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Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink interviews Jay Morth, a professional ballroom dancer and dance studio owner. Jay shares his unique journey into the world of dance, starting from his childhood experiences with his father to his professional career and eventual transition into business ownership.…
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Authenticity = Alignment = Attraction : The Story of Attracting my Dream Property
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This week, I’m sharing the story of how I finally got my dream property—a year in the making, and really, years in the waiting. For so long I was hustling, grinding, stressing, and “doing all the things,” but not seeing the results I wanted. Sound familiar? Everything shifted when I stopped trying to do business like everyone else and started livin…
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“If you’re not physically, emotionally, and spiritually well… your business won’t be either.” On this episode of Behind the Small Business Podcast, I sat down with Alex Lammers, owner of Lammers Insurance Agency, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from scratch, push through burnout, and keep moving forward when the road gets tou…
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The Follow-Up Formula: How to Hire Fast & Keep Them Longer with Sharon U
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In this revealing episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle mentor and veteran studio owner Sharon Uyar to unpack the real reason so many hiring processes fail and what to do about it. With 1,200 students, 45+ staff, and over two decades of experience, Sharon knows firsthand that finding great p…
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How to Host an Unforgettable Open House: Ideas to Wow Families & Boost Enrollment
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Send us a text Step inside Starbound Performers recent H2O Let’s Go! themed open house and discover creative, budget-friendly ideas you can use to make your own event a success. In this episode, Ms. Jennifer shares how her team used student ambassadors, themed activities, and personal connections to create a warm, welcoming environment that left fa…
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This episode is about what being fearless really means. We always think we need to wait for fear to disappear...instead we get to bring the fear along for the ride. I share one of the most terrifying moments of my life right before my knee surgery. How I examined my identity. Dance has always been who I am, and facing the possibility of something h…
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The Secret to More Enrolments (That Doesn’t Cost a Cent)
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What if your new students could bring in your next ones without you lifting a finger? In this episode, Chantelle and Michelle reveal how a well-designed onboarding system can increase retention, create studio-wide alignment, and spark the kind of referrals that fill your classes. You’ll learn: How a strong onboarding system sets the stage for long-…
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From Clicks to Connection: Marketing That Feels Human
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AI is everywhere—and your clients can tell when you’re using it. While that’s not necessarily bad, it has created a shift: people are more skeptical, less trusting, and craving something real. This week, I’m talking about what that means for your marketing as a brick-and-mortar business owner—and why this is actually a massive opportunity. We’ll co…
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ZOË FRANCESCA - dream guest, musical family and give this girl a Blue Peter badge!
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This week we're introducing our second guest - Zoë Francesca! Zoë is a professional dancer, Youtuber and dance teacher who has spent her whole life dancing and attributes her passion for dance to her musical family. Company Jinks, Not a damn thing changed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_x_I2mbJ8F4&list=RD_x_I2mbJ8F4&start_radio=1&ab_channel=Compa…
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This Concept Will Change Your Life: "Be. Do. Have." | Ep 27
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You said you want it... Can you hold on to it? Learning this concept changed my life. In this episode, I walk you through the idea of "Be. Do. Have." It's so often that my students come to me wanting more confidence to do the bold and brave things that they want to do. In this episode, I teach you how to BE before you ARE: training like its already…
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Building Your Business with Intention: Leadership Lessons with Big Spirit Inc
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Episode Summary You’re in for a treat with this week’s podcast episode! Host Melissa Swink interviewed Shanne Soulier, founder of Big Spirit Inc. They discussed how to grow a business intentionally, the challenges of starting and managing a company, and the importance of building a supportive team. Shanne shared his journey from freelancing to esta…
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Burning Questions, Honest Answers: Hiring & Retention Truths From the Trenches
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In this raw and revealing episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by Inner Circle mentor Sharon Uyar and Inner Circle Growth Coach Annie Leese to answer your biggest hiring and retention questions. From past hiring mistakes to evolving leadership styles, these three seasoned studio pros dig into what actually w…
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NEW Episode of Behind the Small Business Podcast - Kevin sits down with Travis, owner of Essential Pillar Architecture and his wife Dana to explore what it’s really like when both partners in a marriage run their own small businesses—and how they’ve learned to support each other every step of the way. This power duo hasn’t just grown their business…
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What if I told you that the best way to conquer the feeling of frustration is to lean into it? In this episode, I walk you through how to lean on frustration as a guide. I tell you a story about my most frustrating moments and how frustration didn't allow me to give up and instead gave me persistence. We feel frustration when things matter to us an…
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JESSICA FAYE - uni memories, musicals and is that cool Jess?!
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We thought we'd start by introducing your first host - Jessica Faye! Jess is a professional dancer, dance teacher and choreographer who owns a commercial dance company Unite and she also loves a good musical! Newsies choreo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kDUwZ2Snng&list=RD-kDUwZ2Snng&start_radio=1&ab_channel=JessicaFaye Jessica Faye insta: https…
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My PhD Journey - And Why My First Research Approach Failed
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Did you know that my first dissertation topic “failed”? I wanted to take people with cancer to the root cause of it. But had to quickly realize that the big C already means a death sentence - for doctors who then tell their patients - even though there have been so many stories of remissions. But not in people’s minds. And because of that, I would …
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