Dance School Start Up: Recent Episodes
Laura Gillham
Dance School Start Up is a mini podcast, bringing you bitesize advice each week at the start of your dance school's journey!This podcast works alongside the Dance School Start Up Facebook group and is specifically for dance teachers who are either just about to open a dance school, have recently opened one or are in their first 2 years of business.If you feel like you are winging it week after week without too much of a plan for yourself, then this is definitely the podcast for you! Join Laura Gillham as she helps you to find that confident mindset, give you clarity and help you to set the foundations that will see you grow happily and healthily within your business year after year.With over 20 years dance teaching experience and over 14 years as a dance studio owner, Laura has grown to become a mentor to others to help share the knowledge, tips and wisdom that she wishes she had been given when she first started her career.
Welcome to the Season 2 Finale, Episode 23 of the Podcast!
This episode is a special Xmas treat offering you a ton of ideas for your social media marketing this January so you don't get stuck!
If you would like further details on the Instant Mentoring availability then you can reach me at laura.gillham81@gmail.com
This podcast is sponsored by Stage Stubs the UK's leading ticketing company for your dance school show or event and Dance Cuts, an incredible free software for dancers and dance teachers to effortlessly cut and mix their music. You can find both sponsors at the links below:
www.stagestubs.com
www.dancecuts.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 22 of the Podcast!
This BONUS episode is the audio from a Facebook Live training I did last year in our group, talking you through my sign up process with a new student from start to finish.
The sound quality is not as clear as usual due to being a Facebook Live training but I hope you can take away plenty of useful hints, tips or simply reassurance on your own system!
This podcast is sponsored by Stage Stubs the UK's leading ticketing company for your dance school show or event and Dance Cuts, an incredible free software for dancers and dance teachers to effortlessly cut and mix their music. You can find both sponsors at the links below:
www.stagestubs.com
www.dancecuts.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 21 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I talk about seeking reassurance and the trap of people pleasing and why to avoid it!
This podcast is sponsored by Stage Stubs the UK's leading ticketing company for your dance school show or event and Dance Cuts, an incredible free software for dancers and dance teachers to effortlessly cut and mix their music. You can find both sponsors at the links below:
www.stagestubs.com
www.dancecuts.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 20 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I talk to the lovely Fiona Ramasami from Vanilla Dance all about how you can plan and deliver your pre school classes with ease and confidence.
You can get in touch with Fiona at www.vanilladance.co.uk or via her Facebook Group Pre School Dance: Approaches, Content & Delivery.
This podcast is sponsored by Stage Stubs the UK's leading ticketing company for your dance school show or event and Dance Cuts, an incredible free software for dancers and dance teachers to effortlessly cut and mix their music. You can find both sponsors at the links below:
www.stagestubs.com
www.dancecuts.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 19 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I talk about how I manage my time efficiently enough to run my dance school plus 2 other small businesses. Time management is so important as a business owner to allow you to work efficiently and calmly so have a listen to how you can level up yours!
This podcast is sponsored by Stage Stubs the UK's leading ticketing company for your dance school show or event and Dance Cuts, an incredible free software for dancers and dance teachers to effortlessly cut and mix their music. You can find both sponsors at the links below:
www.stagestubs.com
www.dancecuts.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 4 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I talk about reacting vs responding and offer some advice on how to deal with situations positively!
If you are looking to sign up to the VIP Power Up Session, please get in touch at www.danceschoolstartup.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 3 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I talk about 5 things I wish I could go back and tell past me as I celebrate 15 years of being a dance school owner.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 2 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I give you my top 3 tips on keeping communication as clear as possible within your dance school.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/ This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
Welcome back to Season 2 of the Podcast!
In today's episode I talk through some ideas to keep you on track if you have recently opened a dance school and you aren't sure what's next!
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the links below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2-3 years of business.
For affordable 1-1 mentoring, get in touch via the website www.danceschoolstartup.com
In this week's episode I have a chat with Choreographer, Teacher and Author Rosina Andrews about her experiences while visiting 100's of dance school's over the years and growing up watching her Mother as a Dance School owner.
You can find out more about Rosina at www.rosinaandrews.co.uk
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today's episode I highlight 2 important things to make sure you always include within your sign up process to make sure you are getting the most out of each new lead.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I discuss 5 things that it is important to try to remember as a new business owner.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
A quick pick me up for any dance school owner who needs it. Take a deep breath, smile and remind yourself how far you have come!
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I talk about a little trip out that got me thinking about customer experience!
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I talk to ex student turned professional dancer Natasha Thomas, to get a student's perspective on dance school life, the culture and community within a dance school, how it differs from college culture and what you can do to help you retain your students for years and years to come!
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I talk about competition life and introducing competitive dance to your school.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I talk about having balance in your life while finding time to stay at the top of your game.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
www.danceschoolstartup.com
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
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In today’s episode I talk about having confidence when selling extra classes to your students and the option of introducing a package for the more serious minded student.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I talk to Matt Horner, the creator and designer of CLASS MANAGER dance school software. Tune in to hear about Matt's journey and what a piece of software like this can offer you and your business.
For more information on Class Manager visit www.classmanager.com
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
In today’s episode I talk about navigating the whole transition of your role from being a dance teacher to becoming a business owner and the principal of a dance school.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
Grab a coffee and sit back and enjoy a lovely interview with well respected dance teacher, dance school owner and ex-Chairman for the ISTD Modern Faculty, Myra Tiffin.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
Today I’m talking a little bit about mindset and giving you a little pep talk for what’s to come over the next few weeks of lockdown.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
Hey Dance School Owners - It's Focus Friday!
In today's episode I am talking about SMART STRUCTURING - Creating a basic structure to your dance school that makes it easy for you to run and easy for them to stay.
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.
Welcome to the first mini podcast from the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group! In today’s episode you can expect the 4 important questions to ask yourselves throughout your career and a little challenge to get you thinking, so grab a pen and paper, click the link and get stuck in!
This Podcast accompanies the Dance School Start Up Facebook Group which can be found at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/417349322825125/
This group is suitable specifically for anyone who is about to open a dance school, has just opened a school or are in their first 2 years of business.