Dance Principals United Podcast: Recent Episodes
Amanda Barr & Rebecca Liu-Brennan
Do you want to grow your enrolments, make more profit, and find the time in your business to focus on the things that you love?
Join hosts Amanda Barr & Rebecca Liu-Brennan as they share the secrets of their Million Dollar Dance Studios. On this weekly podcast, you will get practical, actionable tips and how to grow the BUSINESS of your Dance Studio.
In this episode of Dance Principals United, hosts Rebecca Liu-Brennan and Nathan Barr delve deep into the intricate dynamics of leading a successful dance studio while juggling the emotional and practical complexities involved. Are you finding it difficult to manage parental expectations, staff relationships, or even your own emotional responses to the everyday challenges of running a studio? This episode is for you!
What You'll Learn: * Self-Reflection as Leadership: Discover why self-aware leaders who evaluate their own actions are better equipped to grow their businesses and manage challenges effectively. * Education Over Punishment: Understand why educating parents and staff often works better than punitive measures. From explaining the ins and outs of "blocking" to why missing a class can be more detrimental than it seems, this episode advocates for education as the key to better management. * Empathy and Compassion: Learn how to approach situations with empathy and understanding, and why doing so can diffuse tensions and create a better environment for both kids and parents. * The "Meatloaf Story": Gain insight into why parents might react the way they do through Rebecca's compelling meatloaf story, illustrating the multi-faceted challenges parents face daily. * Building Resilience: Nathan explores why developing a thick skin can be an invaluable asset for studio owners, helping them to focus on what truly matters for business growth. * Time Management and Prioritization: Learn to pick your battles wisely, letting go of the small stuff to focus on activities that will truly help your business flourish.
Tune in for a treasure trove of actionable advice and meaningful discussions that will help you navigate the complexities of running a dance studio with grace, empathy, and efficiency. Don't miss this must-listen episode!
In this awesome episode, Amanda Barr and Rebecca Liu-Brennan dive into the world of community involvement for dance studios. This is a must-listen for any dance studio owner or community leader looking for tangible ways to make a difference and grow their brand.
🎙 What You'll Learn:
- Why building strong relationships with local organizations like tourism boards, chambers of commerce, and community events is essential for your studio's growth.
- How to approach these organizations with an offer to help, and why understanding their budget limitations is crucial.
- The art of giving without expecting immediate returns and why this strategy always pays off in the long run.
- Real-world examples of how community involvement has led to paid opportunities for Rebecca's students.
- The importance of retaining senior students by giving them professional experiences.
- Tips for maximizing the impact of your community involvement.
💡 Key Takeaways:
- The power of personal relationships in creating opportunities.
- How to leverage your studio’s resources like costumes, students, and talents to support local events.
- The importance of taking initiative and acting now.
Don't miss out on this insightful conversation filled with actionable tips to build not just a successful dance studio but a community-focused business.
Welcome to Episode 79 of the Dance Principals United Podcast. Dive into an insightful conversation with Joe, a second-generation dance studio owner who grew up in the unique environment of a dance studio. While he may not be a dancer himself, Joe possesses an innate understanding of the dance world and has a deep-rooted passion for integrating technology into the dance studio experience. Nathan and Joe discuss the benefits and challenges of adopting AI (Artificial Intelligence) within dance studios.
Discover how technology like chat GPT can assist studio owners in creating efficient communication with parents, developing engaging marketing campaigns, and streamlining studio operations. They'll also touch on the overarching concern many people have about AI taking over jobs and the inevitable evolution of AI in the near future. Whether you're a tech guru or just beginning to explore the world of AI, and how it will fit into our Studios, this episode provides valuable insights on harnessing the power of technology to enhance the dance studio experience. Perfect for studio owners and tech enthusiasts alike! 🎶
Dive into another insightful episode with the dynamic duo of Dance Principals United, Amanda and Miss Bec. This week, the two delve deep into understanding the dance world from the eyes of parents - particularly those unfamiliar with the art. Tackling everything from dance class prerequisites, to makeup blunders, and the chaos of managing a family's multi-activity schedule, the episode underscores the need for empathy, communication, and guidance for parents navigating the dance landscape. Featuring some personal stories, the episode becomes a reflection on how studios can better serve parents and foster a more inclusive environment. Whether you're a studio owner, a dance teacher, or a parent just trying to keep up, this episode provides eye-opening perspectives that will resonate, educate, and inspire.
In today's podcast Episode, Amanda Barr and Rebecca Liu-Brennan reflect on their latest studio growth retreat at the Gold Coast, highlighting the power of connection within the dance community and the impact of leaving lasting impressions on students and parents. From their top three takeaways, they share personal experiences and insights about how surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals can enrich your life and business, and how paying attention to the final touches of customer interactions can enhance the overall experience at your studio. Whether you're navigating the daily challenges of studio ownership, or just looking for some inspiration in the dance world, this episode is packed full of wisdom, personal anecdotes, and actionable advice.
Unlock the keys to running a successful dance studio with our expert insights in this enlightening podcast episode. Join Bec and Amanda, as they delve into the world of staff training, team leadership, and the power of positive studio culture. This conversation covers everything from setting expectations and upholding studio values, to fostering an environment of mutual respect and continuous learning.
Discover the importance of clear communication, embodying a strong leadership role, and ensuring that all staff members feel valued and integral to the studio's success. Hear about practical methods to enhance your staff meetings, create engaging training sessions, and reward your team's efforts. Understand how small gestures can make a big impact, and why training should always be seen as a non-negotiable part of your studio's journey.
Ideal for both new and seasoned studio owners, this podcast provides invaluable insights that will help you transform your dance studio into a thriving, energized community. Join us and learn how to inspire, motivate, and lead your team to reach its full potential.
Tune in, take notes, and take your studio to the next level!
Hey, dance studio owners! This is Nathan, bringing you episode 75 of Dance Principals United. In this episode, my co-host, Rebecca Liu-Brennan, and I bring you a chilled chat about the hottest thing in social media: Threads. If you're sitting there scratching your head and thinking 'what the heck is Threads?', then this episode is just for you!
We break down everything you need to know about this new social platform by Meta, including its seamless sign-up process, its rapid user growth, and why it might not be a cause for concern for dance studios just yet. Plus, we dive into the importance of reducing friction in your business, inspired by the seamless onboarding process of Threads. So, pull up a chair and let's dig into the future of social media and its potential impact on your dance studio. Enjoy the dance, folks!"
Welcome to part three of the leadership series on the Dance Principles United podcast with Amanda Barr and Rebecca Liu-Brennan. In this engaging episode, Amanda and Rebecca dive into the importance of values and vision in leadership. They stress that a leader's values should not be fluffy but should align with their actions and decisions. They share insights on how values and vision should guide studio operations, inform choices for concerts, and define staff culture. The hosts urge listeners to self-reflect and to be brave in their leadership journey, including the willingness to do the 'dirty jobs' and to lead by example. They also offer practical suggestions on how to effectively communicate your values to your team. If you're keen on creating the team of your dreams and fostering a strong studio culture, this episode is a must-listen!
Being the best leader you can be in your studio! In today's episode, Amanda and Bec dive deep into what it means to be an effective leader in your dance studio. We share our top six qualities that define a good leader - vision, integrity, adaptability, communication, confidence, and decisiveness. Plus, we also talk about the importance of embracing change, using direct communication, and being decisive in all aspects of running your school. But the buck doesn't stop there - we also discuss how to reflect on your leadership style and grow as a person and a professional. So, tune in, and let's learn how to better lead our teams and grow our businesses. See you there!"
Get ready for an awesome leadership discussion over the next 3 BIG episodes of the Dance Principals United Podcast - kicking it off with Episode 72! Hosts Amanda Barr and Rebecca Liu-Brennan dive headfirst into the challenges and triumphs of being leaders that all Studio Owners face. Join the dance duo as they share candid experiences of juggling mum life with dance studio management. From battling the dreaded mum guilt to inspiring the best in their teams, Amanda and Rebecca leave no stone unturned. They dig deep into what's stopping many from embracing their leadership roles - a desire to be liked, the need for control, and fear of confrontation. Tune in to glean valuable insights on how to take the lead in your studio, influence more lives, and dance your way to success. Get ready to conquer the leadership side dance biz!
Welcome to Episode 71 of Dance Principals United Podcast with your hosts, Amanda Barr and Nathan Barr. In today's episode, Amanda and Nathan dig into the intricacies of automated systems in dance studios. Weaving in their experiences from running a successful dance studio, they shed light on the often misunderstood balance between automation and human touch in the management of a dance studio.
Join them as they delve into a topic that Nathan, a self-proclaimed systems man, is particularly passionate about. Hear his unique insights into the benefits of automations, the pitfalls, and the critical importance of not losing the personal touch amidst all the technological ease. After all, dance studios are not just businesses but communities that thrive on human interaction and connection.
Dive deeper as Amanda and Nathan navigate the illusions and realities of a fully automated system for enrollments and inquiry systems, and why, in their experience, it's not always the magical solution it appears to be. Listen as they underscore the essential role of human interaction in the dance studio environment, offering personal anecdotes and tangible examples along the way.
Amidst the digital conveniences of today, they emphasize that dance studios are not corporates but rather small businesses that uniquely require an element of human interaction. Listen to their engaging discussions on the limitations of automation, the critical need for personalized service, and the irreplaceable value of human connection in a small business.
Yet, this episode isn't all about the shortcomings of automations. The hosts highlight that when used judiciously, automations can indeed save labour, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. It's all about striking the perfect balance.
So, whether you're a dance studio owner, a dance teacher, or just someone curious about the intersection of technology and dance education, this episode is a must-listen! Enjoy this intriguing exploration of technology's role in the art and business of dance. So grab a mojito, put on your headphones, and dive in with Amanda and Nathan.
Join us in this episode of Dance Principals United Podcast, where Nathan and I delve into the importance of investing time in your business growth, even when it feels like there simply aren't enough hours in the day. We share insights and suggestions to help studio owners better manage their time, focusing on tasks that genuinely move the needle. We touch on the value of our Dance Principles United Tribe, an educational community designed to help you develop your business skills, increase your revenue, and enhance your impact on students' lives. It's time to shift from 'I don't have time' to 'I'll make the time', so tune in and let's take those first steps towards real studio growth together.
If you want to join the Dance Principals United Tribe...click here
Welcome aboard for another episode of Dance Principals United, this time featuring the delightful journey of Amanda Barr and Nathan Barr, straight from the sunny land of Thailand. On this episode, they dive into their adventures with their three adorable kids, sharing stories of navigating local Thai culture, quirky restaurants, and even dirt floors!
This week, the dynamic duo get a little philosophical, pondering over the importance of customer experience. Using their experiences from Thailand, they draw parallels to dance studio management. Just like a restaurant, a dance studio can be simple or luxurious, but what sets it apart? It's all about the atmosphere, the culture, and the people!
The Barrs share some epic tales of enjoying street food and tackling language barriers, all while being mindful of the customer experience they received. They discuss how local vendors went above and beyond to help them, despite the language gap and unfamiliarity. They draw a direct line to how this approach can be applied in a dance studio context, and how building a warm, welcoming atmosphere can transform your business.
Join Amanda Barr and Rebecca Liu-Brennan in this super fun and engaging episode as they chat about the game-changing power of staff onboarding in dance studios! Learn why a solid onboarding process is like a secret recipe for success, creating happy vibes and tackling those pesky teacher issues that keep studio owners up at night. Amanda and Rebecca dish out their personal experiences and serve up a juicy checklist full of must-haves for an onboarding process that rocks – from looking fab to teaching with pizzazz and embracing studio values. Don't miss this episode packed with tips and insights to level up your studio, get your staff grooving, and create a truly fantastic team by investing some TLC in your onboarding process. Would love to hear your biggest takeaway in the comments below!
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In this episode, Amanda, Bec, and Nathan, the leaders of Dance Principals United and the team that brought you Dance Teacher Expo, share a sneak peek into their upcoming Studio Growth Bootcamp. Tune in to hear highlights from their welcome call, where they discussed key strategies for creating effective marketing content, navigating Facebook ads, and increasing enrollment growth year-round. Whether you're a new or experienced studio owner, this episode is packed with valuable insights that you won't want to miss. If you'd still like to be a part of the Studio Growth Bootcamp in the month of May - head to www.danceprincipalsunited.com to register for FREE!
In this inspiring solo episode, Rebecca Liu-Brennan shares her thoughts on living the life of your dreams, and how you can do the same by unlocking your studio's superpower. She discusses the importance of discovering what makes you and your studio truly unique, and how embracing that can transform your business. Hear real-life examples from members of the Studio Growth Club who have overcome challenges and achieved success by staying true to themselves and their passions. Additionally, Rebecca delves into the significance of implementing effective systems, being brave, and maintaining consistency in your business. Tune in for insights and advice on how to take your studio to the next level and live a life full of passion and fulfillment. Join the Studio Growth Bootcamp: https://www/danceprincipalsunited.com
Welcome to Episode 65 of the Dance Principals United Podcast! Your favorite hosts, Rebecca Liu-Brennan and Nathan Barr, are still buzzing from their totally epic expo weekend. They can't help but rave about all the positive feedback and the electric vibes at the event. Oh, and did we mention they're already excited to plan the next one?
But hey, it's not all just fun and games. Rebecca and Nathan have also picked up some super cool business tips from the expo, and they're ready to dish! They chat about the importance of creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and how adding that personal touch can make your event an absolute hit. From smooth communication to being present and engaged with attendees and vendors, they're spilling the secrets that made their event a blast.
So, tune in to Episode 65, kick back, and learn how to amp up the fun at your events while growing your business at the same time!
Sign up for Studio Growth Bootcamp here
In this episode of the Dance Principals United Podcast, Nathan Barr speaks with Ali Phillips from BAM dance about the importance of inclusive dance classes for students with disabilities. Ali shares her journey starting BAM at the age of 17 and how saying yes to invitations helped her build the trust muscle to create something truly special. She also addresses some of the roadblocks that studio owners face when considering inclusive dance classes and the benefits they can bring, such as a new revenue stream and a space where families with kids with disabilities can feel like they belong. Ali also emphasizes the importance of empathy, compassion, and understanding for all students, regardless of their abilities. Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn more about how to make dance classes more inclusive and accessible for everyone.
In this weeks Podcast, Amanda and Nathan talk all about how and when to hire your dream admin team. It's hard growing your studio, and we know lots of studio owners start out as 'Solopreneurs' and build out their team around them over time. We're seeing loads of questions pop up in lots of our groups at the moment around hiring admin staff. Things like:
- When is the right time to hire?
- Where do I advertise?
- How do I know if I can bring someone on?
Whether you're looking to bring on your first admin hire, or at the point where you're looking to expand your admin team to help you grow and scale your studio this podcast has you covered!
Also, don't forget to check out Dance Teacher Expo! www.danceteacherexpo.com.au
Amanda and Bec are having SO many amazing conversations with Dance Teachers, Dance Studio Owners and the amazing businesses that serve our industry in the lead up to Dance Teacher Expo. They are learning so much, not only about what's happening at the moment in our industry...but also what is coming in the near future for dance studios!
They are getting of the phone multiple times per day and saying to eacher other "OMG...I just had the most amazing call with XYZ" and proceeding to fill each other in on some incredible and exciting new innovation for our industry.
So they thought they should jump on a quick bonus podcast Ep to share some of these things with our Podcast fam!
Check out Dance Teacher Expo
On today's episode of the Dance Principals United Podcast, Bec is joined by Mina Bellomo and Victoria Green from Global Dance Tours to discuss how you can use tours and studio trips as an awesome retention and community building tool in your studio.
Both Bec & Amanda have done loads of trips and tours with their studios and have always found that they have such a positive impact with both students and their families for years to come.
As well as chatting all things Studio Tours, Bec, Mina and Victoria chat about Pivoting your business and adapting to change and how important it is to make meaningful connections with your customers and clients.
In this episode, Amanda Barr interviews Aimee Whittaker, Head of Full-Time at Ettingshausens Pro in Sutherland, Sydney, on the topic of full-time dance programs. Aimee shares insights on they for when auditioning students for full-time programs and explains that they are looking for talented dancers, but also for individuals who are able to communicate what they want from the program. Aimee also emphasizes the importance of confidence and self-awareness for students who are planning to enroll in full-time programs as well as how they help dancers achieve success at Ettingshausens. They also discuss the role of studio owners in supporting their students in transitioning from dancing after school to full-time programs. This episode is a great insight into the world of Full-Time dance programs, and we can't wait to have Aimee presenting on behalf of Ettingshausens Pro at Dance Teacher Expo 2023!
Check out Dance Teacher Expo
Check out Ettingshausens Pro on:
Facebook Website
If there is one thing we've learnt over the last 3 years...it's how important it is to be able to adapt to change! In order to keep moving our business forward, we need to be willing to contantly evaluate how we do things, and look for ways to improve. This is especially important with so much negativity around about the economy in the news lately.
In today's Podcast episode, Bec and Amanda discuss the importance of creating a community that students and parents want to be a part of. They also note that most parents will make sacrifices to keep their children in activities they love, so if kids adore dance, they are unlikely to leave. They stress the importance of taking responsibility for your business and being willing to pivot and change when necessary. They also emphasize the importance of creating a positive experience for both students and parents, as community is a significant factor in retention.
In this episode of the Dance Principles United Podcast, hosts Amanda Barr and Rebecca Liu-Brennan record live from the UCB Expo and Conference at the Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast.
Amanda and Rebecca share their experiences of attending the conference and how it has inspired them and given them so many great ideas for Dance Teacher Expo. They discuss the importance of taking ideas from big businesses and adapting them to our dance studios.
They share insights on the importance of first impressions and how they relate to a dance studio. They encourage studio owners to reflect on the journey of a parent when they first walk in the doors and consider what they see and experience. Amanda and Rebecca also share practical tips on how to create a welcoming atmosphere and give examples of how they have implemented these ideas in their own dance studios.
Listeners will find this episode informative and inspiring as Amanda and Rebecca provide a fresh perspective on how dance studios can learn from other industries to create a better experience for their students and parents.
Welcome to Episode 57 of the Dance Principals United podcast! Join Amanda and Bec as they explore the world of after-school activities and share their experiences with a similar business to their dance studio. In this episode, Bec and Amanda discuss Bec taking her son, Phoenix, to try out basketball for the first time and shares her observations on the process of enrolling him, the equipment, and more. Discover what we can learn from other businesses, and how it can inspire and improve how we do things in our own dance studios. Tune in to learn more about after-school activities and how they can drive growth in your business.
We all start the year with the best intentions to 'do things differently this year' but too often those good intentions get caught up in the craziness of the start of the year. In today's Dance Principals United Podcast, Bec and Nath talk about how to build amazing habits in your business so that you can stick to those plans and do the work that moves your business forward!
Links to some of the books, podcasts and events we talk about in today's podcast are:
Dance Teacher Expo
Atomic Habits by James Clear
The Tim Ferriss Show
With most dance studios around Australia back into the swing of things now, we thought that this was the perfect time to 'Kick off' the Dance Principals United Podcast for 2023!
We're excited to bring you all the same incredible value with the Podcast this year...just with the drop being on a Wednesday! We'll still be dropping our favourite tips and tricks for you every week to build the studio of your dreams.
We've already got some awesome guests lined up for 2023 as well and can't wait for them to jump on and share their wisdom with you as well.
So we hope you enjoy today's episode as Bec and Amanda talk about looking after YOURSELF first, so that you can be the best version of yourself to crush 2023 in your studio and life in general!
I think that without a doubt, the most common question we see on Studio Owner FB Groups is "What Studio Software Should I Get?" Well, if you've ever asked, or been interested in the answer to this question...today's episode is for you!
Today's guest on the Dance Principals United Podcast is Matt Horner. Matt is the CEO of Class Manager and Stage Stubs, two incredible pieces of software, whose sole purpose is to make the lives of studio owners easier and more efficient!
Join Nathan and Matt as they talk (and nerd out a bit) on all things technology in your studio...but specifically, what makes a good Studio Software solution, and what you should be looking for in the right software for you!
You can find Matt's companies at:
https://classmanager.com/ https://stagestubs.com/
Welcome to Part 2 of the Money Mindset Session we did with Jill Stanton. If you haven't listened to Part 1 last week - we HIGHLY reccomend jumping back on and listening to that one first! We wanted to start of the podcast for 2023 with a bang - and today's podcast is abslote FIRE! In October, we had Bec and Amanda's mentor and coach Jill Stanton on to talk to our Dance Principals United Tribe Members about Money Mindset, and overcoming the blocks that are holding us back as business owners. Jill is a kick-ass entrepreneur, her businesses include Screw the Nine to Five, Wealthy Course Creator, and most recently the ah-ma-zing Millionaire Girls Club. Today's episode is a must listen for our DPU fam as we start the New Year, and is a great holiday listen! We hope you enjoy!
Happy New Year! We wanted to start of the podcast for 2023 with a bang - and today's podcast is abslote FIRE! In October, we had Bec and Amanda's mentor and coach Jill Stanton on to talk to our Dance Principals United Tribe Members about Money Mindset, and overcoming the blocks that are holding us back as business owners. Jill is a kick-ass entrepreneur, her businesses include Screw the Nine to Five, Wealthy Course Creator, and most recently the ah-ma-zing Millionaire Girls Club. Today's episode is a must listen for our DPU fam as we start the New Year, and is a great holiday listen! We hope you enjoy! You can find Jill here https://www.instagram.com/themillionairegirlsclub/
One of the things we are SUPER passionate about here at Dance Principals United is helping Studio Owners Enrol More Students in their classes! And we know that the most effective way to do this is by having consistent marketing, and just as importantly, a solid system to follow up your enquiries. Today's guests are absolute experts in all things Dance Studio Marketing! Bryce Conlan and Kristian Altuve from Dance Motion marketing have helped loads of dance studios double...and even triple their enrolments! Today's Podcast episode with them is an absolute Gold Mine of information on how to build out a 'marketing machine' that brings new enrolments in your doors every single week!
We're super excited to catch up with Bryce and Kristian when they come out to Australia for Dance Teacher Expo in April 2023!
We're SO excited to have the ah-ma-zing Abbe Bradbury as our special guest on the 50th Episode of the Dance Principals United Podcast!
Abbe is the Creative Director and founder of what has become one of the most successful Performing Art Schools in the country. Dynamite Studios, founded in 2007, began when Abbe returned to the Gold Coast from Sydney in the midst of an extensive performance career in Australia and abroad.
In those early days, the studio offered ten classes a week. Today, Dynamite Studios offers a broad and versatile range of classes for over one thousand students. Since its inception, Abbe has overseen the development of a school facility for students in Years 5 to 12, alongside a vocational training program offering nationally accredited certifications for young performers wishing to pursue a professional career in the industry. Other credits include the establishment of Evolution, Emerge and Unfold Agencies alongside her business partner, Erin O’Flaherty, as well as their Living Your Best Life mentorship programme that focuses on inspiring and educating like-minded boss babes.
Abbe’s passion, dedication and commitment to excellence in the Performing Arts Industry is as strong today as it was in the beginning, and most certainly contributed to the powerhouse Dynamite Studios has become.
In today's episode Abbe shares with us how she creates the magic that she does at Dynamite Studios and manages to deliver increadible training and customer service to every single dancer, from her Itsy Bitsy Pre School students all the way through to her Full Timers.
We hope that you are as inspired by listening to today's episode as we were recording it!
We know that as studio owners we are BUSY, right! But especially at this time of year, it can start to really feel like it is getting on top of us! In today's Podcast Episode, Nathan, Bec and Amanda all discuss how they successfully delegate tasks, to free up their time to grow their businesses.
Do you think you could take a 5 week holiday around concert time at your studio? Or does even the thought of it make you 12/10 on the anxiety scales?
During the first few years of her studio owner journey, Morgan thought it would have been IMPOSSIBLE. But by building an amazing team around her, getting the right systems in place and doing a whole lot of planning Morgan was able to do just that! And her huge studio, with 550 students was still standing as strong as ever on her return.
In today's podcast, Amanda and Morgan dive into everthing she put into place to allow her to go away and enjoy her honeymoon for 5 weeks at the busiest time of year.
This is Morgan's 2nd appearance on the podcast - if you'd like to listen to her first appearance, you can catch that here https://apple.co/3xYIXED
Join us for the first episode of a little series we're doing where we are interviewing real studio owners about their journeys as a Studio Owner. Bec, Nathan and Amanda always LOVE chatting with studio owners and learning about the amazing stories and uniqueness that we each bring to the Dance Studio Industry.
We are passionate about the fact that we are stronger as an industry when we're all sharing ideas and collaborating, and what better way than to bring some amazing Dance Studio Owners onto the Podcast!
Today's guests are Chloe Rogan and Kirralee Hinch from The Bloc Dance Academy. Chloe and Kirralee are only 12 months into their Studio Owner journies, and Amanda was excited to hear all that they've learned in that crazy 12 months!
We went to our youngest daughter's Prep Orientation expecting for her to have a great time. What we didn't expect was to get some GREAT enrolment and business ideas that we can all apply to our studios in the process!
Join us today as we talk about the lessons that we learnt, and are going to implement in our studio.
When will you open your Enrolments for 2023? Is it before Xmas - or during January?
With clients that we work with, we know that they have had huge success in shifting their enrolment process to November/December of the previous year.
In today's episode, Amanda and Bec give their 5 top tips that you can implement TODAY to start getting your 2023 Enrolments rolling in!
We know that so many studio owners get a huge sense of 'the guilts' when it comes to our own children and our studios.
But we know that they gain SO many positives from having a hard working, inspirational parent that owns the studio.
So we thought we'd bring on our most special guests so far...our eldest daughters! On this super special episode we ask them what it's like to be the studio owner's daughter. What are the good bits...and what are the bad bits?!?
We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it.
We all put so much time, effort and energy into our end of year concerts. We want the videos of these events to be the ABSOLUTE best they can be. In today's Podcast Episode - James from Jum Media talks about his top tips for getting the best concert videos!
You can find Jum Media at https://jummedia.com.au/
Every dance studio is unique...and every dance studio OWNER has incredible skills and talents that they bring to create this uniqueness in their studio. What is your 'Superpower' that allows your studio to grow and flourish?
Within all the studio owners that we work with, there is one common trait in all those that are growing thriving businesses and the studio of THEIR dreams. You know what it is?? They lean INTO their superpower, and stay in their own lane more than they look around and compare themselves and their studio to others.
In this weeks episode, Amanda and Bec dive into studio owner superpowers in their 2nd 'Fireside Chat'.
We decided to mix things up a little while we're together at our holiday house and record a few Podcasts around the campfire.
In the first 'Fireside Chat' - the Bec, Amanda, Nath and Bec's partner Tim discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. We've seen firsthand the incredible differences in both our personal, and business lives that have come from putting ourselves in the 'right' rooms and surrounding ourselves with positive, supportive people that lift us up.
We hope you enjoy this podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it 😁
Entering, and becoming a finalist in business awards at a Local, State or even National Level is a great advertisement for your business! Amanda and Bec have been super successful at winning these awards over the past few years and are excited to share their tips for crushing your entry submissions on today's podcast.
We have launched our most exciting project EVER within Dance Principals United Tribe. This is an honest GAME CHANGER for the Dance Studio Industry!! We knew that this project would have a lot of interest...but we were blown away with the amount of studios that signed up for it and are ready to grow their studios over the next 12 months!!
Show Notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/39
Dance Principals United Tribe: danceprincipalsunited.com/tribe
Studio Growth Club: danceprincipalsunited.com/sgc-growth-launch
Should you be a Sole Trader or a Company? Should your teachers be employees or contractors? How often should I look at a P&L...what even is a P&L????
We all have lots of questions that we should be asking our accountants, but sometimes we just don't get around to asking, whether it's becasue we forget...or sometimes are afriad to ask. In today's Podcast, special Guest Ethan Rucioch from Rooshock Accounting answers all these questions and more about making sure we are looking after the numbers in our Studios.
Rooshock Accounting Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EthanRooshock/
DPU Tribe: https://danceprincipalsunited.com/tribe
Bec was lucky enough to travel to Vegas last week to be a part of an EPIC Dance Studio Owner and Dance Teacher Convention. She took away so much value and leant so much about how our counterparts from the US and Canada operate. Listen in to today's episode to hear Bec's key takeaway's from Dance Teacher Web.
In today's Podcast, we dive back into the DPU Podcast archives to talk about a super important topic for all Dance Studio Owners.
The most frequently asked questions in any Australian Dance Studio Owner forum is "Should my staff be contractors or employees?" Join Bec and Nathan today as they outline their thoughts on the matter and share some tools and resources that you can access to help you decide the definitive answer to this question.
Show Notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/36
DPU Tribe: danceprincipalsunited.com/tribe
Join Nathan on Today's Podcast as he gives you a sneak peak into one of our Dance Principals United Tribe Training calls!
Nathan talks about a incredible tool that many Studio Owners don't use to its full potential, the Google Business Profile. In today's episode, he shares some of the top tips you can do today to help you get more enquiries into your studio.
Google Business Profile: https://www.google.com/intl/en_au/business/
Dance Principals United Tribe: https://www.danceprincipalsunited.com/tribe
Do your students buy their concert costumes? Or do they hire them from you? How much profit do you add on? These questions and loads more about concert costumes are always hot topics in every Dance Studio Facebook group.
In this weeks Podcast Episode, Amanda goes through how we structure our End of Year costumes that work for both our clients and us as a business.
Do you sometimes stuggle to deal with staff issues in your studio? We've all been there...worried about how that teacher will react if we bring an issue to them.
Amanda & Bec have had an awesome week of 1:1 calls with studio owners with the Launch of Studio Growth Club.
Dealing with staff effectively and positively was a pain point that a LOT of studio owners were having. So we though that it's a perfect topic for this weeks Podcast!
Do you want to fill your classes with more students? Do you want to get the RIGHT technology in your studio to help you systemise and streamline loads of your processes?
If you answered a 'heck yes' to either of the above questions, then today's Podcast is for you!
Today's guest is Austin Roberson, CEO of Class Kid, an epic new piece of software for Dance Studios and Kids Activity programs. Austin has a wealth of knowledge about the technology we need as Dance Studio Owners, as well as how to market your Studio to get huge amounts of new leads in every single week!
Show notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/32
As a business owner, we have to make loads of decisions every single day. Some of these decisions are small, but sometimes they are big, scary decisions!
In today's Podcast, Amanda & Nathan discuss their thought process and reasoning behind the BIG decision they made at the end of last term to close one of their businesses.
We hope that today's episode gives you some food for thought on some parts of your business and helps you make better business decisions going forward!
Show notes: www.danceprincipalsunited.com/31
One of the first things that we work on with our clients is shifting their mindset to be accepting enrollments ALL YEAR round!
In today's podcast, Amanda & Bec outline their 3C's method for enrolling more students 24/7/365 and how it has contributed to the growth of their studios.
Want to know the secret to how we had 360+ Trials in our studio in one week?
Our 'DS Open Week' has been a huge success for us for the last 6-7 years and gives our studio a great midyear enrollment boost. In today's episode, Amanda & Nathan share all the tips and tricks on what makes their Open Week event so successful.
Want to know the secret to growing your student numbers by more than 300% in 2 years!?!
There is obviously not just 1 little thing that we can do to get these kind of results, it's a lot of hard work and the execution of a lot of well made plans.
Today's guest, Morgan Randall shares with us some of the tips and tricks to growing from 130 to 500 students, and how her unwavering belief in her studio values helped guide all of the things she has implemented along this journey.
Do you ever feel like as a studio owner that you are always putting other people's needs above your own? It's a SUPER common theme that we uncover when talking to studio owners.
In today's episode, Amanda & Bec discuss how investing in themselves FIRST has made them better leaders, business people, mother's and a whole bunch more.
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What are the tech tools that you use every day in your studio? Join Bec and Nathan on today's episode as they talk about The 6 Free and Easy Tech Tools Every Studio Must Have.
We know that lots of studio owners already use a lot of these tools - but are you using them to their full potential? Listen to today's episode to find out!
We know that one thing all Dance Studio Owners are always chasing is new enrolments! Today's special guest Bryce Conlan from Dance Motion Marketing specialises in just that! How does Bryce help his client CONTINUALLY help his clients enroll students all year around? Listen in to today's episode as Bryce and Bec talk about the must do items in your studio to book in those trials and CONVERT them to enrolments.
Show Notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/25
We all know that being a Dance Studio owner can be overwhelming and deplete our energy if we're not careful.
In today's episode, Amanda and Bec discuss some of the key life hacks that they implement on a regular basis to ensure that they are the best mum's, parnter's, friend's and everything else that they can be whilst also running huge businesses at the same time.
So if you sometimes feel a bit burnt out as a studio owner, and want some tools to help, then this episode is for you!
In this weeks Podcast, Amanda is joined by the Amazing Sara McSweeney from Diamond Gymnastics in Melbourne. Sara has ‘broken the mould’ in her gym and has implemented new ways of thinking about classes and enrolments in parts of what most Gymnastics clubs and businesses do.
The result? Happy staff, happy clients and FULL classes with huge waiting lists!! In the Podcast Sara talks about the ways that she has combined what has always worked in the Gymnastics world, with bold new ideas to make a very profitable business. Listen in for top tips on how you might be able to do similar in your studio.
Want to know the EASIEST way to enrol a new student in your Dance Studio? It's by tapping into one of the most valuable resources that all dance studios have, but rarely use...our list of past students! On today's podcast Amanda and Bec give their top tips for using that list to enrol loads of students back into your classes and boosting your profit!
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Have you tried Facebook and Instagram Ads and got either overwhelmed, or not got the results you wanted? Today's Podcast guest Ashleigh Bezzina from Ignition Performance Academy was having those exact same issues.
On today's Podcast, Ashleigh lets us know how she learnt from scratch how to master Facebook Ads for her Studio. She started spending just a couple of hundred dollars on a messages campaign to 'learn the ropes'. And how after a few of those campaigns she had the confidence to invest big $$$ in a campaign...and get AMAZING results!
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Do you know who you are marketing to in your Studio? If you scroll back through your social media feeds, who are the last 10 posts 'talking to'?
Join Amanda & Bec on today's podcast as they talk about the biggest mistake they see Dance Studios making in their marketing, as well as tips and tricks on how to post more benefit driven marketing posts that help you attract new students.
Show notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/20
Costumes are a vital Revenue stream for any Dance Studio. And as with any part of our business, it's important that we are making a profit from costumes also.
In today's Podcast, Amanda and Bec give their top tips for how they use different approaches to ensure costumes generate revenue and profit in their studios!
Pre-School Classes are a vitally important part of our Studios. However the skills required to teach an Awesome Pre-School class are VERY different to teaching school aged and senior classes. This week's guest Emma Lonard is a Pre-School class Wizard - and today she shares with us her top tips for teaching an amazing Pre-School class. This episode really is a must listen for anyone who teaches a Pre-School class as well as studio owners.
show notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/18
Both of us LOVE holding Mid Year Concerts in our studios! They are such a fun, positive and happy experience for the students and their families 😁 In today's Podcast, you will learn:
- Why Parents love the Mid Year concert so much
- How to generate top Revenue from Midyear
- How uniform sales tie into our Midyear Concerts
- How your students' confidence grows from Midyear
- How to increase your Brand Awareness from Midyear Concerts
Show Notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/17
Coming to you LIVE from The Dance Principals United Summit at the start of March!
Hear from 5 amazing Studio Owners on how they have grown and improved their studios in the last 12 months. Big thanks to Dionne, Morgan, April, Samson & Chantel and Robyn for being part of this panel!
To learn more about the panelists, their studios and their projects, see the show notes, danceprincipalsunited.com/16
We know that our staff are the most valuable asset that we have in our business. Investing in our staff to make sure they're upping their skills and knowledge in the styles they teach is important. But is it the most important part of their staff training in our studios? We think not!
Join Bec on today's Podcast as she breaks down the 'behind the scenes' training that all staff in her studio do Every. Single. Year. And why investing in this type of training has been a big part of her studio's success and growth over the last 5 years.
With International Women's Day last week, and with March being Women's History Month, I wanted to do a Podcast on Female Business Owners.
Being a business owner is HARD work! But we know that in so many ways, it can be even harder for female entrepreneurs. As females, we lead differently to men and face a different set of challenges in building our businesses than our male counterparts.
What inspired me to do today's podcast was reading that only 2% of female led businesses every reach the 7 figure mark. It got me thinking about why this is the case, and what we can do to try and change this stat!
A lot of Studios in Australia are halfway through their first school term...which means 5-6 weeks until School Holidays! We know how quick that time can fly - so NOW is the time to start planning your School Holiday Workshops!! In today's episode Bec + Amanda give their top tips on running Amazing School Holiday Workshops.
We all know the saying 'You only get once chance at a first Impression' For our studios that first impression can be make or break for a student continuing with a class! Join Amanda & Bec in today's Podcast, as they outline their Top Tips for making an EPIC first impression on new students and their parents.
Show Notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/12
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The most frequently asked questions in any Australian Dance Studio Owner forum is "Should my staff be contractors or employees?" Join Bec and Nathan today as they outline their thoughts on the matter and share some tools and resources that you can access to help you decide the definitive answer to this question.
Show Notes: danceprincipalsunited.com/11
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"Why don't they read their freaking emails?!?!"
If you've ever shouted this at your computer screen...or even thought of doing it, then today's Podcast is for you!
Amanda & Bec talk about the mindset shift that has revolutionised the way they both communicate with parents in their studios.
Show Notes: https://www.danceprincipalsunited.com/10
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We all know how important Pre-School students are to the success of our business. Today’s Podcast guest is Chantal Curmi from Base 181 Studios & Little Groovers Hip Hop. Chantal and her husband Samson run EPIC Pre-School classes in their studio. Listen in here as Chantal shares the ingredients that make their Pre-School classes CRUSH. Show notes: www.danceprincipalsunited.com/9
Do you want to spend your summer hols not having to worry about next year's enrollment numbers? Then today's Podcast is for you!! In this episode, you will learn:
- How to set the stage for next year's enrollments
- How to hype up your timetable drop
- Run a KILLER re-enrollment day
- How to build and create FOMO in the weeks after enrollment day
- How to finish the year with LOADS of students already signed up for the following year
Show Notes: www.raisethebarr.com.au/8
We all know that training up our own Junior Teachers, coaches and instructors can be so, so valuable...but it can be difficult to find the time to do it properly. Today's podcast guest Robyn Parras is the owner and founder of The Dance Apprentice. She is THE expert in training confident Junior Staff and turning them into your best employees! Show Notes: https://www.raisethebarr.com.au/7
We all know that we should be spending money on Facebook and Instagram Ads...but it can be super overwhelming right? How much should you spend? What type of Campaign should you run? How do you know if the ads are working? * How we utilise Facebook + Instagram ads in our Business * Why you have to pay to get meaningful traction on Facebook + Instagram * Nathan’s 3 top tips for your First Facebook Ads Campaign * The best type of Ads Campaign for beginners * How much should you spend on Facebook Ads?
Do you find yourself doubting the decisions you make in your business? We ALL do at some point and it can often be detrimental to our business. Today's podcast is a few quick tips on how to be a strong, confident leader in your business. And why you being a strong and confident leader is vital to a happy team and the best outcomes for your students.
Today’s episode is all about helping you start to love the numbers in your business 😁 ❤️ Amanda’s first podcast guest, Nathan, talks about the 3 key numbers for Children’s Activity Business owners to know! Show Notes: www.danceprincipalsunited.com/4
Marketing is and specifically social media marketing is the main way for most of us to enrol more students into our program. So today's episode is all about how to optimise and maximise your photoshoot to get photos that not only to help you attract more students into your program through social media, but also to use on your website, on ads and brochures for the year to come. Show notes: www.danceprincipalsunited.com/3
The retail arm of a Children’s Activity Business can be the Revenue Stream with the highest profit margins if done correctly! In today’s Podcast you will learn all about the 5 key pillars of a successful retail arm; Design, Supply Lines, Ordering, Marketing, Selling.
Show notes: https://www.danceprincipalsunited.com/2
Today’s episode focuses on the most important students and classes in your Children’s Activity Business. They are the students who, if nurtured correctly, become lifelong clients of your business. Tune in today to hear Amanda's top tips to build a thriving Pre School program in your Business. Show notes: https://www.danceprincipalsunited.com/1
Welcome to the Enroll More Students Podcast If you run a Children's Activity Business, and want more students in your classes then this Podcast is for you 😁 Today's Episode is all about getting to know me and my Business journey...and why I know that I can help YOU Enroll More Students in your classes. Show notes: https://www.raisethebarr.com.au/0