Coaching Your Team to Success: Top 6 Ways
When coaching studio owners, one of the most common topics we discuss is people. Specifically, dance studio faculty and staff. There are so many factors to consider when hiring people, onboarding them, integrating them into your studio culture, and holding them accountable for a job well done. One of those factors that I think sometimes […]
Work Life Balance as a Studio Owner: Can It Be Done?
Being a studio owner and achieving a work life balance can seem flat-out impossible! But what if we are just thinking of the word “balance” in the wrong way? I’ve come to the conclusion that we have to change our definition of the word. Instead of “balance” meaning equal attention at all times, I propose […]
I Need Help! (Part Two) – 5 Tools to Implement for Business Growth
Business growth: it’s something every studio owner desires! Whether it’s more students, more staff members, more space, more financial freedom, or more time at home, at some point or another, we all want MORE for our studios. Growth can be great! It means your business is healthy, and healthy things grow! But business growth usually […]
I Need Help! (Part One) – Hiring Additional Studio Staff
Top 2 Tips For Smart Hiring Overloaded. Scattered. Forgetful. Late. Have you ever felt that any of these words describe you as a studio owner? I once did. Other studio owners tell me often that they too, have been consumed by their work and feel like they are constantly in need of help. The one […]
Dance Studio Owners: 5 Ways to Find a Mentor
Dance studio owners know that running a studio is a rewarding and joyous experience; there’s truly no other life like it! From the moment you open your doors, your mission is to make an impact on the world through dance. But even with the greatest of missions, there will still be times when things get […]
Should I Step Back From Teaching to Focus on Studio Business?
Should I step back from teaching to focus on studio business? There are only 2 questions you need to answer to make this decision. I meet a lot of studio owners in my travels, and there seems to be one thing that unites us—we all have a similar backstory. Somewhere along the way in life […]
Dance Studio for Sale: If You Want to Sell Your Studio, What Will Buyers Ask You?
Over the years, I have bought a couple of businesses and I recently even looked into buying a national franchise and negotiated for close to a month before I decided not to buy. But it wasn’t until last year, when I decided to offer my dance studio for sale, that I realized how many questions […]
3 Best Practices For Coaching Your Dance Studio Staff
By now your studio’s season is officially in full swing and your classes are humming along. Your students and their families are getting used to their new dance schedules, school commitments, and carpools. Your staff members have also settled into your new routines around the studio and you are starting to find your “new normal” […]
Dance Staff Management Guide: Part One
One element of the dance studio that can make or break your business is your dance staff. From executive roles to administration to instructors, every piece of the dance staff puzzle must fit perfectly to implement a smooth operation that reflects your culture, mission, and brand. This begins with the hiring process and leads into […]
Dance Studio Business Plan: See A Real Example
Writing a dance studio business plan is a BIG project. But an important one! This plan will lay out your studio’s hopes and dreams, as well as the step-by-step process for getting from Point A to Point B. A few questions to ask yourself as you get started: Where are you now? Where do you […]
Maintaining Accountability as a Dance Professional
How do you maintain your accountability as a dance professional? Here are some thoughts for maintaining your relevance and staying refreshed: Research New Ideas Network with Other Professionals Continue Your Education Reflect on Your Career Progress Consider Progress & Evolution Have A Responsibility to Share The responsibility to share promotes the practical application of research, […]
Starting A Dance Studio: Part 1 of the Studio Start-Up Guide
Starting a dance studio (or relocating a studio) is certainly not an easy endeavor. It is a decision that should be thoroughly considered, weighed, and understood. Varying personal factors that should be considered are: personality type, business sense, life stability, income requirements, investment resources, personal willingness to commit, and a passion for business and/or dance. […]
Dance Choreography: The Power of Plagiarism and Student Impact
Earlier this year, I wrote a post about plagiarism in creating dances and dance material. Since then, I have received an outpouring of information regarding situations involving copied dance choreography material. It is intellectually difficult to comprehend the necessity of this vice, especially when it impacts our students. Check out this story, submitted by a […]
