In this episode, I sit down with Ashley Crookston, one of our School Success Coaches and fellow DBO, to talk about what really changes when you stop doing everything and start leading.Ashley shares how letting go of control within the co...

This episode is fully freestyled. No notes. No agenda. Just a real reflection on January and what actually creates momentum as a leader.I share why monthly reflection is non-negotiable, how internal work has directly driven external gro...

If you feel like everyone else has moved forward and you’re still trying to catch up, this episode is for you.In this conversation, I sit down with Sarah-Marie, one of our School Success Coaches and fellow DBO, to talk honestly about wha...

A lot of business owners believe that if they want more growth, it has to come with more pressure.In this episode, I sit down with one of our Boardroom DBOs, Cheryl Dodd, to talk honestly about the shift from effort-led growth to leaders...

When everything is a priority, nothing is a priority. Growth comes when we stop trying to do it all ourselves!If you are ready for your business to grow beyond yourself this year, this episode is for you. 

In this episode of The DBO Show, I’m sharing my predictions for 2026 and they’re not what most dance business owners expect.We talk about why more schools will close, why retention is the real growth strategy, why being busy is ...

This is a bonus episode taken from yesterday's Goal Setting Masterclass. It's for the Dance Business Owners who want 2026 to feel clearer, calmer and more intentional, not just bigger!In this session, I walk you throug...

As the year ends, it’s easy to scroll social media and feel like you’re behind.In this episode of The DBO Show, I talk about why year end comparison is so damaging, why simply showing up this year counts and how drifting into 20...

Christmas can feel unsettled for dance schools. Routines change, families are busy and it’s easy to lose momentum.In this episode of The DBO Show, I share simple ways to retain students over the Christmas period by staying co...

In this episode of The DBO Show, I’m joined by Hazel Grant, founder of the Scottish Dance Awards, to explore the habits that support high-performing leadership in demanding seasons. We talk about building something bigger than your ...

If I had to grow a dance school with no money and no team, this is exactly what I’d do. In this episode, I’m breaking down the simplest, most effective strategies to grow fast when you’re starting from zero. No ads. No f...

Today I'm unpacking some of the biggest lessons to come out of our Glasgow events this week. Your environment is either expanding you or shrinking you. It’s that simple.When you put yourself in the right rooms with the...

I’m sharing five moves to help you close the year with focus and momentum, not burnout.In this episode, we talk about auditing your time and team roles, mapping your customer journey, fixing retention and setting January targets NOW so y...

In this episode, I’m breaking down what it really means to lead inside your dance business.We’ll talk about leading by example, empowering your team with freedom and trust, and turning dependents into thinkers by asking one si...

You don't rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your habits💪🏼In today's episode I share 5 behaviours that separate stuck DBOs from successful ones. It's time to start acting like the leader your next level requ...

This week I’m joined by Sophie and Stacey, who’ve just launched a brand new BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts College for 16–18 year olds in Stockport.We talk about what it’s really taken to bring this vision to life! From juggling...

In this episode, I share what I've learned from helping DBOs hit 20K–50K+ months without burning out. Discover the five key lessons you need for sustainable growth!Make sure you register for my FREE workshop "How to Build...

Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It builds when we push too hard and let our boundaries slide. In this episode, I sit down with my life coach Lorraine Maginnis to unpack how DBOs can prevent burnout, set (and hold) boundaries AND p...

Join me as a I chat with one of the incredible DBOs from inside our community. With a recent 40% increase in revenue (due to increase by another 25% in January thanks to the action plan we have created) along with a new found freedo...

If your school feels stuck or going backwards, this episode will show you why... and help you decide what bold actions you need to take to move forward! ⬇️If you're working harder than ever but nothing is growing, something needs to chan...

Join me on this episode with Classforkids super talented brand and marketing expert, Rebecca Forsyth. We discuss all things branding, parent experience and mum life. Check out Classforkids Showstopper competition here - 

Join me as I chat to one of our amazing Mastermind DBOs, Holly. We chat all things running a successful business and living a life that actually FEELS good on the inside, not one that just looks good on the outside! This...

Join me as I chat with Callum from Base Brands/Amplified Media about how you can optimise your social media pages for more growth next term ☺️Get involved with Base Brands free WhatsApp group for marketing and ads updates - http://am...

Parents aren't just buying dance classes, they are buying IMPACT! If your school can't show that, you'll get lost in the noise!In this episode I'm sharing 7 ways to stand out ahead of the new term so you can become the...

In this episode of The DBO Show, I’m breaking down why your business only grows when you do. We’ll cover the habits that create real, sustainable results, how to avoid getting stuck in low-value busyness and why bold moves pay off befo...