First Impressions Still Matter
In business we call it “first impressions.” Psychologists call it “thin slicing.” Regardless of what you call it, career experts say it takes just three seconds for someone to determine whether they like you and want to do business with you. According to BusinessInsider.com (2015), you have even less time to make a good first […]
Parent Teacher Conference for Dancers
Looking back, I feel like I have had three different lives as a studio owner: Studio owner before kids. Studio owner with young kids. Studio owner with kids in other activities. Before I had children, my studio centered on the needs of the classes. Whatever worked best for the classes took first place. If we […]
Secure Credit Card Processing for Dance Studios
You’ve put together your class schedule and written your studio policies, but one of the most important tasks still has to be done: deciding how you will process payments.
Dance Studio Registration Tips – The Final PUSH
When I started my business, I started dance studio registration in June of each year and closed it in early November because that was when we measured students and ordered recital costumes. After that time we were technically closed to new students until summer brochures came out in March of the following year—a registration flow […]
Running a Dance Studio: 4 Ways to Stay Ahead of Nearby Studios
In the dog-eat-dog world of dance, studios need to stay vigilant if they want to edge out nearby competitors.
Dance Studio Owner Tips: Is Hiring a Collection Agency Worthwhile?
Here’s how you can figure out if you need to go to collection and a few tips to make the process a smooth one.
How to Communicate With Parents of Students Effectively
If you’re bogged down will parent emails, calls and texts, use these guidelines to streamline your communication.
Conflict Resolution Strategies for Parent Disagreements
If a disagreement between parents is disrupting the harmony of your studio, work with all parties to quickly resolve the conflict.
5 Sources of Small Business Stress for Studios, and How to Manage Them
Dance studio owners will likely face the same issues as other small businesses, but there are easy solutions to many of these problems.
5 Free Marketing Tools for Dance Studio Owners
These free marketing tools will help dance studio owners create awesome campaigns in less time.
How and When to Raise Dance Class Fees
You may need to raise class prices in order to expand your studio, and these tips will help make the transition a smooth one.
Dealing With a Difficult Parent: Practical Tips for Your Dance Studio
Mama drama is inevitable in dance studios, but you can minimize its impact with these practical tips.
Keeping Students and Staff Happy: 3 Easy Dance Studio Tips
You can help to keep your dance studio’s students and teachers happy by adopting these easy practices.
