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Transform My Dance Studio – The Podcast For Dance Studio Owners

Dance Studio Owners Association

Behind every great studio is a story of transformation. The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast is your weekly lifeline for leadership, clarity, and community. This podcast is for studio owners at any stage of their journey who are ready to build profitable businesses that support their lives. Each episode sparks inspiration and strategies to transform your studio and your life. You"ll hear real-life stories from studio owners, mentors, and coaches who"ve been in the trenches, candid solo episodes

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18:18

How to Scale Your Studio Without Losing Your Community

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2026/10/05

Your recreational dancers may only spend 45 minutes a week inside your studio, but are you creating an experience that makes them feel like they truly belong there? In this episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, we're re-sharing a jam-packed talk from DSOA CEO of the Year and Studio Growth Coach Sharon Uyar. Sharon breaks down how she's built a thriving recreational program by focusing on five key areas: studio culture, customer service, marketing, engagement, and convenience. From making

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17:06

From $100K+ in Debt to 22% Profit: How To Find Your...

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2026/09/21

You can run a successful dance studio for years and still feel completely insecure when it comes to your numbers. In this episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, we're resharing a powerful talk from two years ago with Robyn Tedesco, CEO of Move With Grace Dance Studio, co-owner of Inspire Dance Challenge and Amplify Dance Lab, and a certified Board Director with the Performing Arts Educators of Canada. Robyn shares how changing her mindset, learning her KPIs, creating consistent financial

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32:06

How To Create Full-Time Careers AND Gain Personal...

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2026/09/14

Growing your studio shouldn't mean sacrificing your time, your family, or yourself in the process. In this episode, we're sharing a powerful presentation from Nadine Selinger, originally delivered at DSOA's 2025 Inner Circle Member Retreat in La Jolla, San Diego. Nadine shares how she went from teaching 40+ hours a week and wearing far too many hats to building a team of empowered leaders with clear roles, ownership, and opportunities for growth. She breaks down how developing her people,

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39:47

How Studio Owners Can Use AI It to Save Time and...

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2026/09/07

What if AI could become another assistant in your dance studio—helping you strengthen your systems, communicate more effectively, spark new ideas, and get valuable time back? In this episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, we're sharing a talk from Tanya Neary, CEO of Stars of Tomorrow and a member of the DSOA Education Team, originally presented at the DSOA Inner Circle gathering in Orlando, Florida, in January 2024. Tanya challenges studio owners to rethink AI, not as something to fear,

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35:19

The Switch Every Studio Owner Needs to Make

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2026/08/31

Your studio is growing. So why does success suddenly feel so heavy? In this episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Katie Wilber sits down with Shannon Westveer, Professional Speaker, Founder & CEO of The Switch Finance & Studio Solutions, and DSOA Inner Circle Studio Growth Coach, to walk through the evolution of a dance studio owner—from opening the doors on day one to stepping into the role of a confident CEO. Having co-owned and grown a Chicago dance studio to $1.7 million in revenue,

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36:52

Beyond Dance: Programs That Transform Students

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2026/08/24

What would change in your studio if confidence, character, connection and leadership were intentionally built into every student's experience? This week, we're resharing a powerful conversation filled with practical ideas for building a dance studio experience that goes far beyond teaching steps. Jodi Shilling sits down with Loren Specht, founder of LoMastro Performing Arts Academy, Dance Mastery Institute and Virtuosity Dance Festival, to explore how intentional programming can support the

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22:40

The Secret to a Truly United Dance Studio

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2026/08/17

Can a stronger studio culture be the difference between families who stay for one season… and families who stay for a lifetime? Today we are resharing one of our most-loved episodes, because every studio owner can benefit from its message. In this inspiring episode, guest host Kim McSwain shares practical leadership strategies for building a dance studio where students, parents, teachers, and staff all feel connected and valued. From strengthening communication and empowering your faculty to

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35:20

Breaking Free From Limiting Money Beliefs with Mel...

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2026/06/08

https://gostudiopro.com/transformAre your financial decisions driven by strategy, or by a money story you've been carrying for years? Many dance studio owners start with a passion for changing lives, but struggle to balance purpose with profitability. In this conversation led by Katie Wilber (DSOA Operations Specialist), financial strategist Mel Abraham shares how our beliefs, habits, and behaviors around money shape the way we run our businesses and why building wealth has far more to do with

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19:39

If You're Still Managing Everything…This Is Your Next...

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2026/05/04

What if the next level of your studio doesn't require more effort—but a different role? In this episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Cara Poppitt breaks down the critical shift every growing studio owner must make: moving from managing the day-to-day… to leading with vision as a CEO. Drawing from her own journey, Cara shares what it really takes to step out of the weeds, develop a clear direction for your studio, and build a team that can help carry it forward. Because long-term growth

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02:41

Moving Forward Together: A Message to Our Community

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2026/04/27

In this special short episode, Lisa DeMaio, Inner Circle Program Director, shares an important update with the Dance Studio Owners Association community regarding a recent leadership change. This is a message of continuity, confidence, and forward momentum as we continue to evolve and support you. Join our growing community of people just like you inside our free Facebook group. Click here to join! Follow The Dance Studio Owners Association: Instagram: @dancestudioownersassociation |

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32:13

Posting Trendy Reels Doesn't Enroll Students – Here's...

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2026/02/09

In this clarity-packed episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with DSOA's Social Media Coach and Manager Sophie Mckie to unpack what's actually broken about social media for dance studios and why working harder isn't the answer. From Canva templates and "pretty feeds" to random posting and constant second-guessing, Olivia and Sophie reveal why most studio owners feel burned out by social media — even when they're doing "everything right." This episode

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29:02

What 2025 Taught Us — And Where Dance Studios Are...

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2025/12/15

In this reflective solo episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater takes studio owners on a powerful journey through the biggest lessons of 2025—and the mindset shifts required to thrive in 2026. From the collapse of one-size-fits-all marketing to the rise of authentic content and the return of belonging, Olivia breaks down the trends shaping the dance industry and the internal leadership work every studio owner must embrace. She shares the three actions that helped

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27:34

What Families Remember Most (and Why It Keeps Them...

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2025/11/17

In this inspiring episode of Transform My Dance Studio, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle mentor and long-time studio owner Loren Specht to explore how the holiday season can be your biggest opportunity to build connection and loyalty. Together they unpack Barrett Brooks' framework of trust and excellence—and how those two words can transform your culture, customer experience, and retention. From creating beloved traditions like the Nutcracker and Holiday Showcase to small-moment magic

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23:38

Make December Your Most Joyful—and Profitable—Month Yet

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2025/11/10

In this heart-warming and strategy-packed episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle mentor and Los Angeles studio owner Jodi Shilling to talk about one of the toughest seasons for studio owners—the holidays. When attendance dips and families get busy, Jodi shares how she keeps her dancers coming back year after year through community, simplicity, and a little festive magic. From The Cracked Nut to pajama week, discover how to transform your

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The One Thing Keeping Your Studio Stuck (And Andy...

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2025/10/06

In this insight-packed episode, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Andy Seely, CEO of Creatively Disruptive, to reveal how dance studios can grow profits without piling on the stress. If you’ve ever felt trapped in the cycle of “doing it all” and still hitting a revenue ceiling, this conversation is your wake-up call. Andy shares how the most successful studio owners stop thinking like technicians and start thinking like CEOs — building teams, pricing for value, and embracing technology that keeps

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23:56

Keeping Them Dancing: What Dance Studios Can Learn...

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2025/09/29

In this solo episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater reveals why most studios lose nearly half of their students every year—and how the top-performing studios break the cycle with retention strategies that actually work. Drawing lessons from gyms, preschools, and Inner Circle members, Olivia shares practical, real-world tactics that you can apply immediately to stop “leaky bucket syndrome” and grow with confidence. Whether you’ve been stuck on the enrollment hamster

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24:53

The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Studio Forever

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2025/09/15

In this short and powerful episode of the Transform My Dance Studio In this candid and empowering episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by Inner Circle mentor Kelli Leighton for a real talk on student retention, re-enrollment strategies, and building a culture families can’t imagine leaving. Kelli opens up about her early years as a studio owner—when she didn’t even know the word “retention”—and the wake-up call that forced her to rethink everything

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03:36

Transform My Dance Studio: The New Chapter

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2025/08/27

Behind every great studio is a story of transformation and this podcast is here to help you write yours. But The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast is also stepping into its own transformation. In this new chapter, we’re thrilled to officially welcome Olivia Mode-Cater as your host. Olivia goes beyond business tips to bring you the tools, stories, and inspiration that help studio owners not only grow their businesses, but also experience more joy, freedom, and fulfillment in their studio lives. This

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38:13

The Follow-Up Formula: How to Hire Fast & Keep Them...

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2025/08/18

In this revealing episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle mentor and veteran studio owner Sharon Uyar to unpack the real reason so many hiring processes fail and what to do about it. With 1,200 students, 45+ staff, and over two decades of experience, Sharon knows firsthand that finding great people isn’t just about posting a job ad. It’s about how you lead from day one. Together, Olivia and Sharon react to a powerful clip from hiring expert

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36:21

Feeling Invisible Online? This Is Why Your Marketing...

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2025/07/28

In this powerful response to a message from an Inner Circle training with Sean Gaffney, Heather and Olivia unpack what’s really going on when your marketing feels like it’s falling flat. This episode isn’t about hacks or trends—it’s about what happens when you’re showing up online, but still not seeing results. You’ll learn: - Why visibility without connection won’t convert - What to do when your content feels like it’s not landing - How to shift your mindset from self-promotion to service - The

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