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PODCAST

The Profitable Play Podcast

Michele Caruana

If you own or manage an indoor play center, play cafe, indoor playground, family entertainment center, mobile soft play rental business or really any business that serves local children and families, and you want to operate with more EASE and JOY, all while making the living you dreamed of– I created the profitable play podcast just for you. Join me, your host, Michele Caruana, for small but mighty tips every single weekday that will all add up to a BIG impact on your mindset, your business, and

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00:55:31

303: A Real Look Inside The Life of An Indoor...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/09/09

In this episode, host Michele Caruana sits down with Alyssa Fox, owner of Wiggle and Play in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Alyssa shares her journey of transitioning to a larger space for her indoor playground business, discussing the launch process, funding, and overcoming unexpected roadblocks. Learn about the various revenue streams that sustain her business, her hiring philosophies, and her hands-on approach to management. Whether you're an established indoor playground owner or considering entering the

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00:43:35

302: Navigating Job Sharing for Aspiring Play Cafe...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/09/02

In this insightful episode, we dive into the world of job sharing with Melissa Nicholson, the visionary creator of Work Muse. As many of our listeners are on the brink of launching their own play cafes, they often face the daunting challenge of balancing their current full-time jobs with the demands of starting a new business. Melissa shares how job sharing can be the perfect solution for those looking to mitigate risk while transitioning into entrepreneurship.For aspiring play cafe owners, the

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00:47:23

(BONUS) How to Turn Your Knowledge Into A Digital...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/08/28

Register For The Course Creation Bootcamp (and unlock my bonus training): www.michelecaruana.com/bootcampFREE Guide to creating digital classes or products: https://bit.ly/3Mfg7aCLearn About Heather's Course Story & Her Kindergarten Readiness Program: https://bit.ly/3Z1lsKiHow "Play" Coach Juliana Took Her Skills Online, Increased Her Impact, Retired Her Spouse, and Designed Her DREAM Business: https://bit.ly/3APttrpLaunching, Growing, and Scaling an Intentional Indoor Playground Business With

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00:50:31

301: My BEST Tips And Strategies (That Almost NO ONE...

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2024/08/26

FREE Guide to creating digital classes or products: https://bit.ly/3Mfg7aCGet 50% Off WellnessLiving (My POS System of Choice): https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyTo celebrate my milestone of reaching 300 Profitable Play Podcast episodes-- I did something a little different.I dedicated my 300th episode (and 301st episode!) to rounding up some of (what I consider to be) my BEST pieces of advice, that (and here's the catch)-- almost NO ONE takes or implements.For links to all videos

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01:07:58

300: My BEST Tips And Strategies (That Almost NO ONE...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/08/20

To celebrate my milestone of reaching 300 Profitable Play Podcast episodes-- I did something a little different.I dedicated my 300th episode to rounding up some of (what I consider to be) my BEST pieces of advice, that (and here's the catch)-- almost NO ONE takes or implements.For links to all videos and resources mentioned here, visit the blog for today’s episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/episode300OTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDGetting

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01:15:14

299: Recorded Coaching Call with Katie from Adventure...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/08/12

In this episode, Michele Caruana chats with Katie from Adventure Brews Play Haven, a mobile business offering classes and activities as she prepares for a brick-and-mortar location. They discuss the advantages of starting as a mobile business to build revenue and a customer base, delve into effective crowdfunding strategies, and explore ways to secure business sponsorships. Michele provides tailored advice on key pre-opening steps, such as planning and preparation before signing a lease. Tune in to

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00:44:58

298: How To Add COWORKING As A Revenue Stream In Your...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Blog for this episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/add-coworking-to-your-indoor-playgroundFREE Wellness Living Demo With 50% Discount: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyIn this episode I am SO excited to talk about one of the HOTTEST trends in the indoor playground industry right now– and that is adding COWORKING options to your space.In the evolving landscape of work and childcare needs, indoor playgrounds have a unique opportunity to diversify their offerings and tap into

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01:14:08

297: What Causes MANY Indoor Playground Businesses to...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/07/29

This episode features a coaching session with Georganne Younclaus, the soon-to-be owner of Mama's Play in New Jersey.In this unique coaching session, we take a high-level approach to discuss critical aspects of running a business. Georganne and I delve into essential questions like how to create a business that serves your mission without being dependent on you, maintaining personal life and relationships while managing a demanding business, and setting strong boundaries to protect your mental

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00:54:06

296: How to Amplify Your Mission By Transforming Your...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/07/22

Wellness Living FREE Demo + 50% Discount: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyIn this inspiring episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jody Dyer, the visionary owner of Crippled Beagle Publishing. Jody reveals the secrets behind transforming your indoor playground mission into a captivating children's book. Drawing from her own experience as a writing coach and author, Jody provides step-by-step guidance on writing, publishing, and marketing a book. Learn how storytelling can amplify

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01:11:36

295: Recorded Coaching Call With Indoor Playground...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/07/15

We have another recorded coaching call for you on the podcast today!Today we are talking to Sarah Kobin who is the owner of Sunshine Play Cafe in Kentucky. And while Sarah’s space is what I would consider “fully staffed”, meaning she has a team running the place without her needing to be there unless she wants to be, she is still feeling that overwhelm– because even just managing a team is a LOT, especially when a business is new- for everyone involved– for you, your staff, AND your customers.So

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00:29:39

294: 14 Things I LOVED About The New-And-Improved...

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2024/07/08

BLOG for this episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/14-things-i-loved-about-this-play-cafe-businessYouTube Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKtCgkmvI5I&t=296sPre-Vacation Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/prevacationplaylistFree A.I. Training: https://www.michelecaruana.com/using-ai-for-your-play-cafe-businessCafe Kiosk Ordering: https://bit.ly/3QPEUViOTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDGetting Started YouTube Playlist:

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00:45:10

293: Simplifying Social Media Marketing For Indoor...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Introduction:Welcome back play makers! It’s me, your host Michele Caruana, and I've got an exciting guest expert interview lined up for you today. One of the most common challenges I hear from my community is the struggle to effectively market their business while juggling numerous responsibilities. We understand the importance of marketing, yet finding the time to do so can be daunting. In previous episodes, I've emphasized the value of handling marketing efforts internally rather than outsourcing,

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00:36:31

292: 8 Tips For Surviving The Summer Slow Down (Even...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/06/24

BLOG for this episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/8-tips-for-surviving-the-summer-slow-down-in-the-indoor-playground-industryIn this episode of The Profitable Play Podcast, host Michele Caruana tackles the summer slowdown that many play cafe owners face, offering valuable insights and practical tips to navigate this challenging season.Drawing from her own experience of facing an 80% drop in open play traffic, she emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and adapting to seasonal

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01:10:02

291: Recording Coaching Call With Play Cafe Owner...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/06/17

FREE "Hire Your Kids" Guide: https://bit.ly/hireyourkidsguide"Hire Your Kids" FULL Toolkit (Step-By-Step): https://bit.ly/hiringkidstoolkitIndoor playground owner business coaching call with Little Harts Play Cafe owner Jessica!In today's episode, you get to listen in on a recorded coaching call with indoor playground owner Jessica who will be opening Little Harts Play Cafe later this year.In this conversation, we discuss...... Potential layout solutions for a 3,000 square foot space... Combining

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00:23:58

290: 6 Ways You Can Apply Disney’s Magic TODAY To...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/06/10

In this episode, host Michele Caruana brings a refreshing and fun perspective to the Profitable Play Podcast, after a series of heavier topics featured on the podcast feed like managing stress, handling conflict, and navigating divorce as a business owner. Michele shares insights from her recent family trip to Disney, focusing on how indoor playground owners can incorporate Disney’s magic into their businesses starting TODAY. Drawing from her observations at Disney parks and resorts, she outlines

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00:57:34

289: How To Successfully Navigate DIVORCE If You Own...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/06/03

Today we are going to be talking about something on the more difficult side, but it’s a topic that has proved itself, unfortunately, 100% necessary in our industry.DIVORCE.Because divorce is something that you may never THINK will happen to you, until it does. And luckily, whether you ever find yourself in that position or not, there are really simple things you can do starting TODAY to prevent a lot of the conflict, expenses, and stress that come with the divorce process, specifically if you own or

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00:25:54

288: How To Save Money On Your Facebook And Instagram...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/05/27

Book More Birthdays with Ads Course: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAIBLOG For This Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/save-money-on-adsToday we're diving into PART 2 of one of my favorite topics: marketing your indoor playground or play cafe business while saving money.Facebook and Instagram Ads can be powerful tools for scaling your indoor playground business, but they often feel confusing and costly for beginners.While quick-launch ads and boosted posts are tempting, they often lack real

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00:55:59

287: Handling Conflict and Mastering Tough...

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2024/05/20

THIS is one of those episodes that make me wish I could hop in a time machine back to 2015 when I was opening my business with what I know after this conversation. Knowing how to handle conflict and how to master difficult conversations with confidence would have saved me SO much anxiety, stress, and ALL the negative consequences that came from NOT having this perfected.Our guest on the show today is Elisabeth Robinson of “Mastering Difficult Conversations”.Elisabeth’s mission is to help people and

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00:41:52

286: How To Save Money On Your Facebook And Instagram...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/05/13

Book More Birthdays with Ads Course: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAIBLOG For This Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/save-money-on-adsToday we're diving into one of my favorite topics: marketing your indoor playground or play cafe business while saving money.Facebook and Instagram Ads can be powerful tools for scaling your indoor playground business, but they often feel confusing and costly for beginners.While quick-launch ads and boosted posts are tempting, they often lack real ROI.Instead,

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01:01:02

285: Stress Reduction, Nervous System Regulation, and...

The Profitable Play Podcast ·

2024/05/06

Normally on the Profitable Play Podcast we talk about how to take care of your marketing, your team members, your sales and your customers, your business partners and vendors,- all that. But today, I want to talk about how we can take care of YOU, the business owner.Because while most of us have amazing support systems and teams that help us make our missions possible– we still remain at the center of it. And if we allow our stress and anxiety and overwhelm to impact our mental and physical health-

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