Ever feel like you're doing everything in your studio… but growth still feels frustratingly slow?

In this episode, Amanda and Bec unpack some of the biggest reasons dance studios get stuck - a few of them might hit a little close to home (in the best way possible 😅).

From treating your studio like a passion project instead of a business, to spending way too much time answering emails instead of marketing, this chat is packed with practical mindset shifts and real talk for studio owners who are ready to grow without burning themselves into the ground.

There's also a detour into unicorn birthday parties, giant comp props, and the possibility of needing two trucks for competition season… because obviously.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're working nonstop without seeing the results you want - this episode is for you.

In this episode, we chat about:

• Why passion alone won't grow a sustainable studio
• The hidden guilt many studio owners have around making money
• How burnout happens when you constantly "give" without protecting yourself
• Why spending 95% of your time servicing current families is hurting your growth
• The importance of time blocking and protecting your focus
• What studio owners should actually be tracking every week
• The 3 key numbers every studio owner should know
• Why knowing your numbers gives you confidence and clarity
• How to stop being "busy" and start moving the needle in your business

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If you've ever thought…
"We're full, there's no more money to make…"
"Facebook ads don't work for us…"
"I don't want to feel salesy…"

…this episode might lovingly call you out a little bit.

In part two of this chat about making more money in your studio, we are diving into the BIG things that actually move the needle when it comes to revenue, growth, and profitability.

From marketing that actually works, to running events your families rave about, to why private lessons aren't just for elite kids anymore - this episode is packed with practical ideas you can implement straight away.

They also chat honestly about the mindset shifts studio owners need to make around money, value, and how they spend their time.

Growing a profitable studio doesn't happen by accident. It happens when you stop hoping people magically find you… and start intentionally building a business that people can't stop talking about.

In this episode:

• Why "word of mouth" alone isn't enough anymore
• The truth about Meta ads (and why they probably didn't work the first time)
• How one studio made $8,000 in holiday privates in just 30 minutes
• Why your events need more hype than a single Instagram story
• The simple organic marketing strategies studio owners overlook
• How to create a stronger sense of belonging for your studio families
• Why private lessons aren't just for elite dancers
• The difference between "$18 tasks" and "$100/hour tasks" as a studio owner

One of our favourite takeaways:

"If you want to affect more kids' lives positively… you have to be okay to sell."

Such a good reminder that marketing and selling aren't gross when they're attached to something genuinely life-changing ❤️

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Come hang out with studio owners who get it, learn practical strategies that actually work, and stop trying to figure it all out on your own.

Most of us didn't open a dance studio because we love spreadsheets.

In this episode, Bec sits down with Nath to talk about the money side of studio ownership - but in a way that actually makes sense. No complicated accounting jargon. No scary finance talk. Just practical, real-world strategies that can help studio owners increase revenue without burning themselves out.

From understanding the difference between revenue and profit, to why your pricing structure might be confusing families (and costing you money), this episode is packed with simple shifts that can make a huge difference.

If you've ever avoided looking at your numbers because it all feels too overwhelming… this one's for you.

In this episode, we chat about:

• The difference between revenue, profit, and cash flow
• Why "class placements" matter more than student numbers
• Simple ways to fill underperforming classes
• Why most studio owners are undercharging without realising it
• The problem with overly complicated discount structures
• Why simplifying your pricing can actually increase enrolments
• The surprising benefits of a mid-year price rise
• Nath's famous "Random Guy Test" for your price list

Plus, Bec shares how simplifying her own studio pricing became a complete game changer, with fewer admin headaches and happier families.

This episode ended up being SUCH a big conversation that we've split it into two parts… so make sure you come back next week for Part 2!

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