The DBO Show

A lot of business owners believe that if they want more growth, it has to come with more pressure.

In this episode, I sit down with one of our Boardroom DBOs, Cheryl Dodd, to talk honestly about the shift from effort-led growth to leadership-led growth. We unpack what changed when she stopped trying to do more and started raising her standards, delegating to her team properly and making decisions that created leverage instead of stress.

This conversation is for dance business owners who are ambitious, already working hard and starting to realise that what got them here will not get them to the next level. 

If you want to grow without burning yourself out, this is worth listening to.

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When everything is a priority, nothing is a priority. 

Growth comes when we stop trying to do it all ourselves!

If you are ready for your business to grow beyond yourself this year, this episode is for you. 

DM "DUBAI" if you are interested in joining us at our May events! 

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In this episode of The DBO Show, I’m sharing my predictions for 2026 and they’re not what most dance business owners expect.

We talk about why more schools will close, why retention is the real growth strategy, why being busy is no longer impressive and why calm, regulated leadership will outperform chaos and constant doing.

This episode is for DBOs who want to build a business that’s profitable, sustainable and actually supports their life!

Catch episode 3 of The DBO Diaries on YouTube ⬇️

https://youtu.be/OulN8StYfLQ

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This is a bonus episode taken from yesterday's Goal Setting Masterclass. 

It's for the Dance Business Owners who want 2026 to feel clearer, calmer and more intentional, not just bigger!

In this session, I walk you through why motivation is unreliable, why vague goals lead to burnout and how to build a simple system that turns goals into consistent action. 

We focus on choosing a single word for 2026 to act as a filter for decisions, setting meaningful personal and business goals and creating early momentum by getting Quarter 1 right.

This is not about doing more. It is about getting clear on what actually matters and building a structure that supports both your business and your life.

If you want your goals to stop living in a notebook and start showing up in your calendar and your decisions, this one will really support you 💗

If you want to book a call with one of the team to hear about how our community can help you reach your goals next year, use the link below or connect on socials and let's chat! 

BOOK A CALL - http://thedancebusinesscoach.com/book-mastermind-call/

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As the year ends, it’s easy to scroll social media and feel like you’re behind.

In this episode of The DBO Show, I talk about why year end comparison is so damaging, why simply showing up this year counts and how drifting into 2026 without clear goals leads to emotional decisions and busy work that doesn’t move the needle.

We’ll look at the real cost of not setting goals, why chasing numbers alone feels empty and how mission led goals create businesses that actually feel good to run.

I also share details of my free Goal Setting Masterclass, where I’ll teach a simple framework to help you create a clear, aligned 2026.

🎯 FREE Goal Setting Masterclass

Thursday 18th December at 11am ⬇️

https://go.thedancebusinessacademy.com/goal-setting-masterclass-2026

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Christmas can feel unsettled for dance schools. 

Routines change, families are busy and it’s easy to lose momentum.

In this episode of The DBO Show, I share simple ways to retain students over the Christmas period by staying consistent, leading calmly, protecting the customer experience and giving families something to look forward to in 2026.

This isn’t about doing more.

It’s about showing up steadily when it matters most!

Make sure you register for my Goal Setting Masterclass on Thursday 18th December at 11am and share it with any dance business besties⬇️

https://go.thedancebusinessacademy.com/goal-setting-masterclass-2026

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In this episode of The DBO Show, I’m joined by Hazel Grant, founder of the Scottish Dance Awards, to explore the habits that support high-performing leadership in demanding seasons. 

We talk about building something bigger than your school, making decisions before you feel ready, and the routines, boundaries, and mindset shifts that help you stay steady when the pressure rises. 

A powerful listen for DBOs stepping into greater responsibility, visibility and impact! 

Enter The Scottish Dance Awards 2026 ⬇️

https://scottishdanceawards.com

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If I had to grow a dance school with no money and no team, this is exactly what I’d do. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down the simplest, most effective strategies to grow fast when you’re starting from zero. 

No ads. No fancy tech. Just visibility, personal brand, connection, paid trials and daily actions that actually move the needle. 

If you want a clear, no fluff roadmap to get more students without spending a penny, this episode is the one to listen to.

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Today I'm unpacking some of the biggest lessons to come out of our Glasgow events this week. 

Your environment is either expanding you or shrinking you. It’s that simple.

When you put yourself in the right rooms with the right people and the right energy, your beliefs shift, your standards rise and the version of you who can lead a bigger business starts to show up.

We talk about why being around driven DBOs changes how you think, how you lead and what you believe is possible. We’ll cover the mindset traps that come from staying in the wrong environments for too long and the small shifts you can make today to build a space that supports your next level.

If you’re ready for bigger results, this episode will show you that the first step isn’t more strategy. It’s choosing a better environment.

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I’m sharing five moves to help you close the year with focus and momentum, not burnout.

In this episode, we talk about auditing your time and team roles, mapping your customer journey, fixing retention and setting January targets NOW so you’re not starting behind.

Simple, strategic actions to tighten up your business, boost profit and lead with clarity before the year ends.

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