A few years ago, someone told me I needed to stop looking for the next big marketing strategy and go back to the basics and hustle.

And you guys...I was offended. 😂

I'd been in business for years. Surely I had graduated from signs, free classes, community events, partnerships, and what I lovingly call “duct-tape marketing.”

Turns out?

I hadn't. And neither have you.

In this solo episode of The Visibility Podcast, we're going back to Marketing 101 and talking about the simple visibility strategies established business owners sometimes overlook because we're so busy trying to figure out the next big thing.

This whole episode was sparked by something ridiculously simple:

A sign.

After seeing some great signage at a local event—and then another example inside my coaching community—I started wondering whether I was still doing the basics inside my own dance studio.

So this weekend, I created new signs for our highly visible corner:

FIRST CLASS FREE.

CLASSES ENROLLING NOW.

Nothing fancy. No funnel. No algorithm. No complicated strategy.

Just a reminder to the thousands of people driving past our studio every week that we're here—and we have something for them.

In this episode, we're talking about:

• Why established businesses shouldn't abandon the marketing tactics that helped them grow
• How customers begin to tune out things they see every day
• Why changing your physical signage can grab attention again
• The power of community events, partnerships, free classes, referrals, flyers, QR codes, and yes—even ridiculous costumes
• Why saying something 700 times doesn't mean your customer has heard it 700 times
• The importance of continuing to market to new people entering your community
• How to identify the simple marketing strategies you've stopped doing
• Why more platforms don't necessarily equal better visibility
• What to look for when you're doing “all the things” but your marketing still isn't working

And that last one is important.

Because if you're thinking, “Melissa, I AM doing the basics. I'm showing up everywhere, and something still isn't clicking,” you may have a different problem.

Your website might be great.

Your Instagram might be great.

Your Google Business Profile might be great.

But are they all saying the same thing?

Can someone quickly understand who you are, what you're known for, what you want them to do next—and why they should trust you?

That's exactly what I look for inside my Visibility Audit.

I'll go through your digital footprint with a fine-tooth comb and give you a recorded walkthrough of what I see: what's working, what's confusing, what's disconnected, and where your biggest visibility opportunities might be.

Because sometimes you don't need MORE marketing.

You need the marketing you're already doing to work together.

Grab your Visibility Audit through the link in the show notes.

And in the meantime, here's your challenge:

What's one ridiculously simple thing you could do this week to help one more person in your community notice your business?

Put up the sign.

Ask for the referral.

Make the connection.

Teach the class.

Show up.

Because you're never too big for the basics.

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

If you’re posting on Instagram because you know your studio should be there—but you’re not quite sure whether all that posting is actually helping you get seen, build trust, or increase enrollment, this episode is for you.

I’m joined by Katelyn Rhoades, Forbes-featured entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Enfluence Marketing Studio, and host of the top-ranked podcast Call Her Creator. Katelyn has grown a community of more than 350,000, built a seven-figure business from scratch, and partnered with brands including Adobe and Meta.

But this conversation isn't about becoming an influencer.

It's about using Instagram to grow a local studio business.

We talk about what studio owners should actually be posting, how to create content that reaches the right people in your community, and why you don't have to become a full-time content creator—or even love talking to the camera—to make Instagram work for your business.

And then I put Katelyn on the spot.

I gave her a real-world scenario: You're a dance studio owner heading into enrollment season. What would you do on Instagram to get more students through the door?

What followed was basically a mini masterclass.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How local businesses should think differently about Instagram
• What to post when enrollment is your goal
• How to create content for the people who are actually likely to buy
• Talking-head videos vs. Reels vs. graphics, and where each fits
• Why you don't need a massive following to make Instagram valuable
• How to turn visibility into trust and, ultimately, enrollment
• Practical content ideas you can start using immediately

If your studio is doing great work but not enough people know about it yet, this conversation will give you some incredibly practical ways to change that.

Grab ⁠⁠The Visibility Vault™⁠⁠⁠ : 150+ Canva templates + done-for-you captions to help you stay consistent and get seen online.
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Want to strengthen your local visibility beyond Instagram?

Grab my FREE Google Business Profile workshop. I'll show you what to do, where to do it, and how to optimize your profile so that when people in your community are searching for what you offer, your studio has a better chance of showing up.

👉 Grab the free workshop and all the things. 

Because you don't need to be everywhere.

You need to be visible in the right places, to the right people, at the right time.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, Your Visibility Audit, Your Rebel Woman Life Map™  and Your Sweet Spot Assessment. 

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

What if one of the greatest signs of success is realizing your business doesn't need you for everything anymore?

At our recent Dancing House Open House, I looked around and realized something: my team had it covered.

They were answering questions, connecting with families, talking confidently about what makes our studio different—and genuinely proud of the business they represent.

Nobody needed me.

And instead of feeling unnecessary, I felt free.

In this episode of The Visibility Podcast, we're talking about what it really takes to move from being the person who does everything to building a business that can thrive without depending on you for every decision, problem, and task.

We also dig into the dangerous "get" mindset:

I'll hire when I get more clients.
I'll delegate when I get more time.
I'll step back when I get more revenue.

Sometimes the thing you're waiting to "get" requires you to make the decision first.

And maybe success isn't more students, more locations, more employees or more revenue.

Maybe success is building a profitable business that serves people beautifully and gives you a life.

If you're feeling stuck inside the business you created, take my free Sweet Spot Assessment. In about five minutes, you'll get a bird's-eye view of what's working, where you're getting stuck, and your greatest opportunity for growth.

And if you want help unpacking what you discover, book a complimentary Clarity Call with me.

One question to take with you from this episode:

Where are you still acting like an employee inside the business you built?

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, Your Visibility Audit, Your Rebel Woman Life Map™  and Your Sweet Spot Assessment. 

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

What if the clarity you're waiting for doesn't come before the decision...

What if it comes because of it?

In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing some of the biggest decisions of my life. From leaving for New York at 18, to walking away from a marriage, rebuilding my business after hitting rock bottom, saying yes to a dream property I had no idea how I could afford, and ultimately finding the love I had been praying for.

None of those moments came with certainty.

None came with a roadmap.

They all began the same way:

I decided.

If you've been waiting for more confidence, more proof, or more certainty before taking your next step, this episode is for you. We'll talk about why indecision keeps us stuck, how to recognize the difference between fear and true knowing, and why the evidence almost always comes after the decision.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why waiting for clarity might be keeping you stuck.
• The difference between wanting something and deciding something.
• How to recognize the quiet voice of "knowing" over the loud voice of fear.
• Why every meaningful change in your life starts with one decision.
• How to identify your own next right step.

A Question to Reflect On

What decision have you already made... but you keep pretending you haven't?

Sit with that question.

Notice what keeps coming back.

Sometimes the answer isn't louder.

It's quieter.

And it brings peace.

Ready for Your Next Right Step?

If you're standing at a crossroads, in your business, your relationships, your leadership, or simply wondering what's next—I would love to help.

I offer complimentary 45-minute Clarity Calls designed to help you cut through the noise, uncover what's really keeping you stuck, and leave with your next right step.

👉 Grab your complimentary Clarity Call.

If this episode encouraged you, would you do me a favor? Share it with someone who's standing on the edge of a big decision. And if you haven't already, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a review. It helps more people discover the show and reminds me why these conversations matter.

Other Resources: 

✨ Take the Sweet Spot Assessment for a bird's-eye view of your business.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, Your Visibility Audit, Your Rebel Woman Life Map™  and Your Sweet Spot Assessment. 

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

What if the next breakthrough in your business isn't another marketing strategy... but another conversation?

As entrepreneurs, it's easy to believe that growth comes from doing more, posting more, emailing more, tweaking our website, or spending another afternoon behind the computer.

But what if the very thing your business needs most isn't another hour at your desk?

In this episode, Melissa shares a powerful lesson inspired by Brian Buffini's phrase, "Take the self out of self-employed," and explores why the most successful businesses aren't built in isolation, they're built through genuine relationships.

Drawing from two recent experiences: hosting the inaugural Above the Barre dance educator conference and performing in a community dance production—Melissa reflects on where the real magic happens. Spoiler alert: it's rarely on the stage. It's in the conversations between the sessions, backstage, over coffee, and around the table.

You'll also hear the story of a coaching client who came looking for more leads but left with something much more valuable: a fresh vision for growing her business by creating meaningful experiences instead of chasing more marketing tactics.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why relationships are still your greatest business strategy
• How meaningful conversations create opportunities algorithms never can
• Why getting out from behind your computer may be the best marketing move you make this year
• How hosting a small event can attract your ideal clients
• The mindset shift from "I need more leads" to "I need more connection"

If you've been feeling stuck, isolated, or like you're doing all the things without seeing the results you want, this episode is your reminder that business has always been, and always will be, about people.

Resources Mentioned:

✨ Take the Sweet Spot Assessment for a bird's-eye view of your business.

✨ Book a complimentary Clarity Call to uncover your next best step and create a strategy that fits your business and your life.

Because before your business grows...

Your relationships do.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, Your Visibility Audit, Your Rebel Woman Life Map™  and Your Sweet Spot Assessment. 

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

Is your brand sending one clear message... or five different ones?

If you've ever felt like your marketing isn't working, your website isn't converting, or Google and AI don't seem to understand what you do, this episode is for you.

In this episode of The Visibility Podcast, Melissa introduces the first pillar of her Consistency Framework: Brand Consistency.

Most business owners think they have a visibility problem, when in reality, they have a consistency problem.

Your business name, logo, colors, tagline, website, and primary offer all work together to tell Google, AI, and your ideal clients exactly who you are and why they should choose you. When those pieces aren't aligned, your message becomes confusing, and confused businesses don't get found.

Melissa also shares the four areas of consistency every business owner should evaluate:

• Brand Consistency – Is your name, visual identity, tagline, and core offer consistent everywhere?
• Business Logistics – Are your address, phone number, email, website, and business information accurate and matching across every platform?
• Messaging Consistency – Does your messaging clearly communicate who you serve, what you do, and why you're different?
• Marketing Consistency – Are you showing up regularly with valuable content?

The truth? Most entrepreneurs spend all their energy trying to post more content while overlooking the first three areas that make their marketing effective in the first place.

If you're ready to become the go-to option in your community, start by making sure your brand tells one clear, consistent story.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why brand consistency matters more than you think
• The four pillars of a consistent marketing strategy
• Common branding mistakes entrepreneurs make
• How inconsistency hurts your visibility with Google and AI
• A simple audit you can do today to strengthen your online presence

Ready to take the next step?

Book a complimentary Discovery Call to discuss your visibility strategy, or explore Melissa's Google Business Profile Optimization service to create a clear, consistent online presence that helps you get found by the right people.

Because before people can choose you...

They have to understand you.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, The Website + Social Media Audit, The Visibility Blueprint, Newsletter, & Referral Partners.

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

What if your pricing problem... isn't actually a pricing problem?

So many business owners believe that charging more will finally solve their financial frustrations. But if you've raised your rates and still feel overworked, overwhelmed, or like you're constantly second-guessing yourself, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Melissa sits down with financial strategist and The Money Conversation author, Linda Hunt, to explore the hidden issues that keep service-based businesses stuck. From scope creep and weak boundaries to nervous system capacity and business structure, Linda shares why profitability starts long before you send the invoice.

If you're ready to stop working harder for the same results and start building a business that truly supports your value, don't miss this episode.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why pricing problems often aren't pricing problems at all
• The real reason raising your rates doesn't always increase profits
• How your business structure impacts your confidence and decision-making
• Why scope creep is a symptom, not the root problem
• What nervous system capacity has to do with running a successful business
• How to create a business that supports sustainable growth instead of burnout

Connect with Linda Hunt:

Website: https://www.sumsolutions.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaahunt/

Book: The Money Conversation: Speak the Truth. Set the Standard. Get Paid Without Apology.

Ready to become the go-to option in your industry?

If you're wondering whether your marketing, messaging, website, or Google presence is helping, or hurting, your visibility, schedule a Visibility Audit with Melissa.

Together, you'll uncover what's working, what's holding you back, and the next best steps to grow your business with confidence.

If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another business owner who needs to hear this conversation.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, The Website + Social Media Audit, The Visibility Blueprint, Newsletter, & Referral Partners.

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

1. Take a screenshot and share it to your IG stories. Tag me @ms_melissa_rose
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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

What if your marketing doesn't need more... it just needs to be more relevant?

In this special episode of The Visibility Podcast, Melissa shares a live interview from the Pumpkin Planner Rock Facebook group with business strategist Donna Leyens.  (you can get in the group FREE and see other great interviews as well.)

Together they explore one of the biggest questions business owners are asking today:

How do we stay visible in an AI-driven world?

The answer isn't chasing every new platform or shiny marketing tactic. It's building a strong foundation through clear messaging, a well-optimized Google Business Profile, and becoming the obvious choice in your community.

Inside this conversation you'll learn:

• Why your Google Business Profile matters more than ever for AI search
• How AI pulls information from Google and other trusted online sources
• The difference between being busy with marketing and being effective
• Why relevance may be even more important than clarity
• Simple ways to simplify your visibility strategy
• Practical marketing advice you can implement immediately

Melissa also shares how implementing the Pumpkin Plan framework inside her own brick-and-mortar business helped increase summer enrollment by more than 250% Not by working harder, but by refining her message and focusing on the right customers.

Whether you're a local business owner, service provider, or entrepreneur looking to stand out, this episode will help you stop guessing and start becoming the go-to option in your market.

Resources Mentioned:
• Free Google Business Profile Workshop
• My Visibility Audit
• Complimentary Clarity Call

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another business owner who wants to become more visible.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, The Website + Social Media Audit, The Visibility Blueprint, Newsletter, & Referral Partners.

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

1. Take a screenshot and share it to your IG stories. Tag me @ms_melissa_rose
2. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast!
3. Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. 

In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

Before someone reads your website, watches your videos, or walks through your front door, they've already made a decision about your business.

That decision is based on what they see.

In this episode of The Visibility Podcast, Melissa Rose sits down with branding photographer Kristina Lynn to talk about the powerful role visual perception plays in building trust, attracting ideal clients, and positioning yourself as the obvious choice in your industry.

With over 17 years of experience and a background in both marketing and portrait photography, Kristina shares why branding photography is about so much more than beautiful images. It's about creating visuals that tell the right story, communicate your value, and help your audience instantly understand who you are and why they should work with you.

Whether you own a brick-and-mortar business or you're building a personal brand, this conversation will change the way you think about showing up online.

In This Episode We Discuss:

• Why people make buying decisions before they ever read a word of your marketing.
• The difference between posting random content and using intentional brand imagery.
• How your photos influence trust, authority, and perceived value.
• Why consistency across your website, social media, and marketing matters.
• How branding photography helps attract the right clients—not just more clients.
• Common mistakes business owners make with their online images.
• The connection between professional photography, confidence, and charging what you're worth.
• Why "I'm not photogenic" is one of the biggest myths holding entrepreneurs back.

Memorable Takeaway

Visibility isn't just about being seen. It's about being perceived the way you want to be remembered.

Your photos are one of the fastest ways to communicate who you are, what you stand for, and the experience clients can expect from working with you.

Connect with Kristina Lynn

Website: https://www.kristinalynnphoto.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinalynnphotography
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristinaLynnPhotography/

Ready to Increase Your Visibility?

If you're wondering whether your online presence is communicating the right message, start with Melissa's Visibility Audit.

Together, you'll review your website, Google Business Profile, and social media to ensure your messaging, visuals, and positioning are working together to attract your ideal clients—not confusing them.

Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, The Visibility Audit, The Visibility Blueprint, Newsletter, & Referral Partners.

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

1. Take a screenshot and share it to your IG stories. Tag me @ms_melissa_rose
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3. Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. 

In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.

Every business eventually hits a plateau.

You know the feeling. You're working hard, showing up consistently, and doing all the things you've been told to do—but the growth you're looking for just isn't happening.

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what's been happening inside my own brick-and-mortar business, The Dancing House.

Over the past year, I've pulled every major growth lever available:
✔️ Increased our prices and positioned ourselves as a premium offering.
✔️ Reduced expenses and improved profitability.
✔️ Tightened operations and systems.

But none of those changes explain why we're experiencing our best summer enrollment in 17 years.

The biggest shift came when I became certified in the Pumpkin Plan framework and used my own business as the test case. Instead of focusing solely on who we are, what we do, and who we serve, I went deeper. I started listening more closely to what our customers were actually saying.

That insight changed everything.

In this episode, I'm sharing:
• The growth levers every business owner should understand
• Why most marketing messages miss the mark
• How customer language can transform your visibility
• The messaging shift that helped drive our strongest summer enrollment ever
• Why clarity beats complexity when it comes to marketing

If your business feels stuck, plateaued, or like you've tried everything, this conversation may help you identify the next lever to pull.

And make sure you listen all the way to the end—I have a special offer exclusively for podcast listeners.

Resources Mentioned:
📖 The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz

If you want to stay compliant, visible, and actually get found: this episode is for you.
Your GO-TO LINK for all things Visibility-: Google Business Profile Optimization, The Website + Social Media Audit, The Visibility Blueprint, Newsletter, & Referral Partners.

Love today’s podcast? 🙌

1. Take a screenshot and share it to your IG stories. Tag me @ms_melissa_rose
2. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast!
3. Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. 

In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing.  With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not leading her studio team or recording The Visibility Podcast, Melissa helps business owners stop spinning and start positioning, so they become the clear, confident choice in their community.

Off the clock? She’s clinking glasses of Sauvignon Blanc with her partner, loving on her five amazing kids, hiking the trails, or digging in the dirt, because growth, in business or in life, always starts at the roots.