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Transform My Dance Studio – The Podcast For Dance Studio Owners

DSOA
Dance Studio Management
Delegation
Enrollment Strategies
Dance Recitals
Team Building
Dance Comeback Campaign
Breaking
Dance Studio Ownership
Project Planning
Student Retention
Recital Planning
Costume Management
Dance Education
Marketing Strategies
Sponsorships
Dance Studios
Marketing
Olympics
Delegation In Business
Revenue Maximization

Behind every great studio is a story of transformation. The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast is your weekly lifeline for leadership, clarity, and community—created for ambitious studio owners who want more than just tips and tactics. Hosted by Olivia Mode-Cater, a lifelong dance educator and entrepreneur, each episode sparks inspiration and strategies to transform your studio and your life. You’l... more

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In this game-changing episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia Mode-Cater sits down with Inner Circle mentor Nadine Selinger, owner of Dance City in Regina, Saskatchewan. Nadine opens up about her wake-up call moment, when running on ... more

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... more

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 wo... more

In this insightful deep dive episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, host Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by Inner Circle mentor and powerhouse studio owner, Kelli Leighton, to unpack the strategies that keep dancers and their families coming b... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Seely
CEO of Creatively Disruptive and a master of marketing systems
Creatively Disruptive
Episode: The One Thing Keeping Your Studio Stuck (And Andy Seely’s Fix for It)
Kelli Leighton
Inner Circle Mentor, who has mastered the art of building connection, culture, and systems that make families stick
Episode: The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Studio Forever
Nadine Selinger
Mentor in the Inner Circle and studio owner from Regina, Saskatchewan
Inner Circle (DSOA)
Episode: Overwhelmed or Unmotivated? The Truth Behind Why You’re Not Taking Action
Cara Moeller Poppitt
An accomplished leader dedicated to helping professionals break through barriers, take bold action, and achieve their highest aspirations.
Founder of two award-winning companies, host of the Big Freaking Change podcast
Episode: The Confidence Myth: Why You’re More Ready Than You Think
Chantel Feola
Conference Manager of Dance Teacher Summit
Dance Teacher Summit
Episode: What You NEED TO KNOW About The Dance Teacher Summit's Return!
Jeanne-Marie Branche
Social media expert working with studio owners
The Inner Circle
Episode: How to Make Reels at Recital that Get People to Enroll
Heather Jackson
Inner Circle Mentor and owner of Kaleidoscope Dance
Kaleidoscope Dance
Episode: Effortless Growth: Referral Programs That Work
Sharon Uyar
Powerhouse CEO of Fusion Dance Center and Inner Circle Mentor, expert in running show-stopping recitals
Fusion Dance Center
Episode: Mastering Recital Planning: Recital 101
Patti Johnston
Owner and director of Core Dynamics.
Core Dynamics
Episode: Future-Proof Your Studio

Host

Olivia Mode-Cater
CEO of the Dance Studio Owners Association, fellow dance educator and entrepreneur

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • How about “how to ripoff parents”

    PAAM creates FOMO in pressuring parents to sign up, and then even if you need to cancel, or move a class; they charge you $40.

    So, yeah the email marketing is working for sure! But maybe not in the right way.

    If you need to cancel a class, or your child is too scared to go into dance for anxiety reasons even for the first class, they don’t refund any $. So, for example, 6 dance classes cost X, and even if your child doesn’t go into the class and take one class, they will keep half of X and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Shrieks 233896
    United States8 months ago
  • Useful info, unprofessional tone

    Can’t stand the episodes by girls Kim McSwain. So much profanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BreeinAF
    United States3 years ago
  • amazing advice!

    I can’t believe I’ve only recently got into podcasts properly and this one is just pure gold. Listening to Kim McSwain is just so inspiring… mic drops in every session ! Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
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    DiveBunnie
    United Kingdom3 years ago
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    🧐😎😞😔 good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    michelle blunden
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Such a smart way to podcast!

    If you are struggling with your studio or other dance business, this is the podcast for you! Clint, along with his guests and guest hosts, share an abundance of information from personal stories to proved methods and strategies. And, they have fun doing it! You will feel inspired to think out-of-the-box for your next solution.

    -Erin Pride, Dance Boss Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pink Lady Jazz
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The quality of guests and diverse topics are frequently praised, making it a valuable resource for studio owners.
Listeners appreciate the actionable advice and practical strategies shared in the episodes.
Many find the emphasis on community engagement and nurturing relationships refreshing.
Some feedback includes a desire for a more casual tone, as certain episodes are perceived as overly professional.

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The One Thing Keeping Your Studio Stuck (And Andy Seely’s Fix for It)
Q: What do you think is the starting point, the first action item out of all the things we talked about for a studio owner who's really serious about increasing their revenue and their profit?
Start building a team around them that can focus on revenue growth and community outreach.
How to Add $40K+ Without Teaching More Classes
Q: How do I know which one to start with or to reinvest time into?
Look at your return on investment and what value you're offering your clients. Starting with events and summer programs is often effective, especially targeting younger clients.
Keeping Them Dancing: What Dance Studios Can Learn About Retention from Gyms, Music Schools & More
Q: What can studios learn from gyms about retention?
Studios can implement progress tracking and milestone celebrations, similar to how gyms celebrate personal records.
Keeping Them Dancing: What Dance Studios Can Learn About Retention from Gyms, Music Schools & More
Q: Are you actually communicating the value of your dance classes in your marketing?
Yes, it's essential to communicate not just the features but the benefits, such as collaboration and stage presence, to retain students.
The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Studio Forever
Q: How can we keep senior students engaged, especially the 14 to 18 age group?
Kelli suggests celebrating milestones and keeping programming relevant to their interests, meeting them where they are in terms of trends and incorporating social activities that help foster friendships.

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2. Kelli Leighton
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