The DBO Show
Helping Dance Business Owners to lead well, earn more and work less!
Hosted by Louise, The Dance Business Coach.
Episodes
41 episodes
5 quick moves to make more money!
If you feel like you are always busy but nothing is growing and your bank balance isn't going up, this episode is for you!5 quick and super easy moves you can make this week to generate more money inside your dance business. ...
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11:21
Is this identity keeping you small?
In this episode, I share why I believe calling yourself the Principal of your school is keeping you small and why seeing yourself as a business owner instead, allows you to step fully into the next level identity required to grow....
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9:26
What are you really selling?
In this short and sweet episode, I remind you what you are truly selling... and no, it isn't just a dance class!When you see this, you can't unsee it 🥰Reach out to the team @thedancebusinesscoach and let us know your bigg...
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4:59
Dance Business Q and A
In today's episode, I answer a series of questions from dance business owners inside our community. I cover paid trials, price increases and knowing exactly who you're marketing to. If you have any other questions about ...
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16:09
Habits of a High Performing DBO
In this episode of The DBO Show, I'm talking about what really separates high performing Dance Business Owners.Identity. Leadership. The standards you hold when no one’s watching.If you’ve been feeling stretched or stuck, this is ...
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9:23
Rest is a leadership strategy!
Rest is a requirement, not a reward!In this episode, I’m talking about why real leadership starts with how you protect your energy. We cover rest as strategy, nervous system regulation and why burnout isn’t a badge of honour.If yo...
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10:43
LETTING GO to grow!
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...
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32:03
January reflection and energy reset!
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...
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20:05
You aren't behind, you're just stuck!
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...
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22:25
Building more without DOING more!
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...
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23:41
Why doing less is the fastest way to grow!
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.
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12:24
My 2026 Predictions 👀
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 ...
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14:03
Goal Setting Masterclass LIVE RECORDING
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...
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The real cost of not setting goals!
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...
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14:43
How to Keep Students Over Christmas!
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...
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13:56
Habits of a high performing DBO!
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 ...
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25:58
How I'd grow my Dance Business with no money and no team!
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...
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13:26
Change your environment, change your business!
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...
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24:18
Do these 5 things to finish the year strong!
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...
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9:37
Stepping into your role as a leader!
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...
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15:35
You Behave Your Way to Success 🥰
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...
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20:09
Building a new performing arts college from the ground up! 🙌🏻
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...
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26:10
What I've learned from building £20k+/m dance businesses👀 (and how you can do it too)
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...
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