The Traits I Look For When Hiring (It’s Probably Not What You Think)

When it comes to growing your studio, I think every one of us has had those late-night thoughts: “Is there a faster way? Am Imissing something? Surely it shouldn’t feel this hard all the time?”And I want to tell you this—yes, there is a shortcut. But it’s probably not what you think..........[BOOK IN A CALL FOR THE MASTERMIND HERE]Want tickets and more information about The Buisness of Dance Conference [CLICK HERE]

Most of us are living at the intersection of creativity and business.And sometimes… that intersection feels more like a head-on collision than a smooth merge lane.Some of us love the creative side — the choreography, the class planning, the student moments. But the business side?The numbers, the systems, the growth strategy? It feels like a foreign language.Others are the opposite — they thrive in planning, love a good spreadsheet, and secretly enjoy a to-do list... but find it hard to carve out space for creative flow.But here’s the really exciting thing I want you to hear:If you set your studio up right — with the right structure, systems, and support — you get to spend MORE time doing theparts you love, and LESS time getting stuck in the bits you don’t.......................Want to chat about joining the mastermind? [CLICK HERE]

It’s not about having the biggest studio. It’s not about being the loudest or the most popular. It’s not about becoming the most followed account on Instagram.Scaling your studio is about building something that works.It’s about creating a business that is profitable, spacious, and supportive of your life. One that gives you control, predictability, and breathing room...not burnout.........[Apply for the Mastermind Here]

I want you to imagine we’re on a coaching call together. You’re sitting down with your favourite drink, your 2025 timetable open in front of you, pen in hand, and that little voice in your head saying: "Where on earth do I start?"Well, I’m going to tell you exactly what I’d say if we were working through this side by side.....................[CLICK HERE to join me for the 2026 Timetable Power Hour]

When it comes to planning for a new year, there are so many directions you could take. You might start with your big goals, your marketing plan, your finances, or even your team structure. All of those are important. But after decades of running a studio and now working closely with owners every day, I’ve realised there’s one place that makes everything else easier.The timetable.Your timetable is more than just a schedule of classes. It’s the foundation on which enrolments, retention, staffing, and growth are built. And if you want to feel confident about where your studio is heading in 2026, the smartest place to begin is right here.So, in today’s episode, we’re talking about why the timetable should be the starting point of your studio planning, what smart owners are already doing now, and how you can use it as a strategic tool for growth...not just a piece of admin................Register for the 2026 Timetable Power Hour [CLICK HERE]

Someone asked me this question the other day:“If you had to start all over again from scratch, what would you do first?”But before I give you that, I want to explain why my answer is different now than it was five or ten years ago.Because being a customer...being a parent...in 2025 is different.Now, you can roll your eyes and wish it were different, or… you can accept that it is what it is. Then, decide how to meet it head-on in a way that still aligns with your studio values.Want the Retention Kit Done-for-you Scripts?[CLICK HERE]

In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the three mistakes I made when I was trying to strengthen enrolments and how shifting the focus to retention completely changed the game for our studio.Let’s dive in......[CLICK HERE for your FREE copy of the Retention Scripts]

The studios that retain 85–90% of their students?It’s not luck...it’s strategy, scripts, and systems.In this episode, I’m sharing the exact scripts I used inside my own studio to consistently retain 90%+ of our students year after year...especially during key growth and scaling seasons.You’ll learn:Why retention starts long before enrolments openHow to make your conversations feel confident (not canned)The 4 principles I use to create high-retention touchpoints across your team🎁 Want the free Done-For-You Retention Kit?[Click here to grab your copy], or DM me the word “Script” on Instagram and I’ll send it straight to you.

After years of hiring, delegating, creating job roles, and navigating different personalities inside the studio, I’ve learned that successful hiring is rarely about finding someone with the perfect résumé.Instead, it’s about finding someone who fits. Someone who gets it. Someone who can lift the energy of the space, do their jobwell, and carry themselves with ownership - particularly when no one’s watching.In this episode, I want to walk you through what i’ve learned - through my own experience - as a studio owner who’s tried it all.

It’s tricky, isn’t it? When you know you need help in your business, but you’re not quite sure where to start or what that help should even look like.What should they actually be doing?What can I realistically hand over?And how do I know I’m structuring this right?I get it - because I’ve lived it. And in this episode, I walk you through exactly how the role of Studio Manager evolved inside my own business. Not just the polished end result, but the messy, real, behind-the-scenes version too.................And if you're listening, thinking, “This is exactly what I need help with,” know you're not alone.Inside the Dance Studio Scaled Mastermind, this is the kind of strategic support we offer:You get clarity on your team structure, guidance on hiring and role-building, and ongoing accountability to make sure your business works for your life.The waitlist is now open.