Transform My Dance Studio – The Podcast For Dance Studio Owners

Join host Cara Poppitt in this episode of "Leading the Dance," as she dives into the essential role of leadership in the success of dance studios. With a wealth of experience in dance education and studio ownership, Cara brings valuable insights and practical strategies to help dance studio owners unlock the power of leadership. From defining the characteristics of effective leadership to exploring ways to cultivate leadership skills, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their dance studio to new heights. So, put on your dancing shoes and tune in to "Choreographing Your Success: How Leadership Can Help Your Dance Studio Thrive."

Welcome to our unmissable new series "Leading the Dance: Empowered Leadership in Dance Studios"

Throughout this series, Cara will explore the essential elements of leadership, and guide listeners on how to develop the skills and mindset needed to become an effective leader in your dance studio. Whether you're leading a team at work or simply looking to improve your personal leadership skills, join Cara as she takes you on a journey through the world of leadership, and discover what it takes to connect and collaborate to lead. Guest host Cara Poppitt is not only one of the DSOA's industry leading coaches inside the dance studio owners Inner Circle, she is also the Founder and Artistic Director of Soul Connexion in Calgary, and the founder and CEO of the Studio Fine Arts Club.

Get ready to be inspired! Meet Cara Poppitt, studio growth coach for Dance Studio Owners Association's Inner Circle Program. With her extensive experience in owning and managing two award-winning companies, Cara is passionate about helping dance studio owners take action and achieve real results.

In this session, Cara will unlock the secrets to leadership and confidence, empowering you to step up into the role of CEO of your dance studio. From the differences between management and leadership to how to develop a confident mindset, this episode covers everything you need to know to become the best leader you can be.

Here are some of the topics Cara covers this week:

• What is the difference between management and leadership in your dance studio?
• How to shift your mindset to become a confident leader
• The importance of connecting with your values and your team
• Why studio owners fail to take action and how to get unstuck
• How to identify your strengths and how to enhance them

She also shares actionable tips to help you get started and take action today! Don't miss this valuable episode and start becoming the leader your studio deserves.

In this bonus episode, we interview three successful dance studio owners who are members of the Inner Circle. Join us as we explore their unique journeys, strategies, and insights into growing and managing a dance studio business.

First up, we have Mikayla Buss, the owner of Tarantism Dance in Manitoba, Canada, who shares her experience of organizing a recital planning retreat. Learn about her goals, strategies, and the impact it had on her studio's performance and morale. She also offers tips on aligning your team with your studio's vision and motivating them to achieve your goals.

Next, we speak with Julie McFarland, the owner of Academy of Dance Arts in South Dakota, who talks about her journey of managing and growing her business in the last five years. Discover the transformation she has experienced and the impact it has had on her personal life. She also shares her tips on transitioning from an artistic mindset to a CEO mindset, overcoming obstacles, and surprises she has encountered along the way.

Lastly, we have Apra Bhandari, the owner of ADAA Dance in California, who shares her story of rapid growth from 122 to over 400 enrolled students. Listen as she shares her top three strategies for achieving growth, overcoming challenges in running a niche dance studio, and maintaining quality while expanding. She also discusses how she balances growth with maintaining a strong culture and community.

Tune in for this exciting episode and learn from these inspiring dance studio owners who have achieved success in their businesses. Doors to the Inner Circle are now open! Find out more at dsoa.com/apply

We're super excited for today's BONUS Dance Studio Owners Summit episode where we'll be discussing enrollment secrets with three amazing panelists: Dodie Hunter-Eskew, Bonita Saldana, and Donna Jacobs.

Dodie, who owns the Rising Star Tumbling and Dance Studio in Wyoming, USA, is going to spill the beans on how she registered over 300 new students in 2022. She'll also be sharing the systems that helped her accommodate her rapid growth.

Bonita, the owner of The Studance Lab in Arizona, USA, has some serious credentials. She was the first-ever head coach for the USA breakdancing team! She'll be talking about some of the systems she and her husband have implemented to keep their studio thriving while pursuing other projects. Plus, she'll share some tips on how to prepare for the surge in interest in breakdancing.

Donna, the Director of the Morton Street Dance Center in Maryland, USA, is another superstar in the dance world. She enrolled 100 new dancers in her studio last year and she'll be revealing her biggest game-changer for student attraction and enrollment, as well as her top two or three retention strategies.

If you're looking to boost your enrollments this season and prepare for success next season, then this is the episode for you! Sit back, relax, and let's dive into the secrets of successful dance studio enrollments!

Are you ready to boost retention and build brand loyalty at your dance studio? In our latest BONUS Dance Studio Summit episode, special guest Jodi Shilling is diving into the 4 types of customer engagement that every studio owner should know. She's also giving you you practical tips and real-life examples to help you create meaningful connections with your customers.

In this Summit Special, you'll:

• Learn what community engagement is and why it's important for your business
• Discover the 4 key types of customer engagement and how to implement them
• Get tips on how to stand out from the noise and create authentic connections with your customers

Tune in now to learn how to take action and engage your community! It's not too lae to join the Dance Studio Owners Summit online this week. Register at dsoa.com/summit to enjoy 3 days packed with Dance Studio growth resources from our world-class speakers!

As a dance studio owner, you know that your brand is essential to your success. But how do you make your brand stand out in a crowded market? Join us for an exclusive interview with branding guru Bruce Turkel. With years of experience working with top companies like Nike and Discovery Channel, Bruce knows the secrets to creating a powerful brand that resonates with customers. In this episode, you'll learn: 1/ How to uncover the motivations of today's consumer 2/ The difference between features and benefits 3/ How to leverage content and context to multiply your sales Plus, discover why the traditional "Speeds & Feeds" sales strategy doesn't work anymore and how to develop a new approach that sets your studio apart!

In this episode, Susie shares what she learned about owning your truth, launching a business, the power of loss, and the freedom that questioning fear brings.

"Charles Darwin said, it's not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It's the one that's most adaptable to change." Rick Goodman is a leadership engagement and business growth expert. He is passionate about helping leaders become successful and efficient in their businesses. In this exclusive Inner Circle retreat sneak-peek, Rick Goodman shares his top 3 keys to success as a leader, inlculuding: 1. The Power of Adaptability and the Solutions-Oriented Leader 2. Ubuntu: We're Only As Strong As Each Member Of The Team 3. Three Keys To Selling To Dance-Moms ✨ Register today for our FREE 3-Day Dance Studio Owners Summit at dsoa.com/summit

Have you started planning for Summer Camps in your studio yet? In the Dance Studio Owners Inner Circle, our members have been prepping, planning, scheduling and of course, shopping in preparation for their most profitable Summer Camps yet.

To help you get in the best position to sell out your camps the stress-free way, we're delighted to share this week's special episode where Clint Salter and Olivia Mode Cater join Lisa DeMaio to share our Top 10 Tips for Summer Success in 2023.

Not only are we sharing the hottest tips from leading studios all over the world, but we have also created a completely free Sold Out Summer Camp system that you can download today, and implement in your studio for the ultimate Summer Success. Head to dsoa.com/summercamp to download your free copy.