The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast features inspiring sessions with business and dance gurus from all over the globe who reveal their greatest tips, methods and strategies to help you become the ‘go-to’ studio you have always dreamed of. You will be educated, motivated and challenged to think differently about the way you run your studio. Join our expert hosts weekly as they extract the golden takeaways from great business minds in an entertaining and inspiring minefield of information.
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The boutique fitness industry is BOOMING right now! In the InJoy Studio Ownership podcast we sit down with studio owners and discuss the ups and the downs of what it takes to create and sustain successful fitness studios. We cover all manner of topics from start-up, hiring, firing, and difficult client interactions. All of this is in effort to help inform and encourage future studio owners across the world that YOU CAN DO IT!
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Mastering Recital Planning: 5-Star Recitals
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18:21Your yearly recital is more than a performance—it’s your #1 marketing tool. In this episode, Sharon Uyar, CEO of Fusion Dance Center and Inner Circle Mentor, dives into how prioritizing convenience and creating a high-quality recital experience can generate 5-star reviews and referrals from your dance families. Learn how to turn your recital into a…
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Mastering Recital Planning: Recital 101
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17:33In this episode of Mastering Recital Planning, IC Mentor Sharon Uyar is breaking down Recital 101 and how to schedule for success. Learn how to create a detailed planning timeline and streamline your workflows with tools that will help you deliver your most organized and seamless recital yet.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BONUS: Marketing Mastery in Minutes
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1:42:54Enjoy Marketing Mastery in Minutes, a free training from DSOA CEO Olivia Mode-Cater, now available exclusively on our podcast! This no-replay session is packed with quick, actionable marketing tips to help your studio grow.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Workflow & Systems for Streamlined Operations: Effortless Inventory Management
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25:03In the final episode of Start the Year Smarter: Workflows & Systems for Streamlined Operations, Annie Leese Thistle, Inner Circle Growth Coach and CEO of Performing Arts Academy of Marin, tackles "Effortless Inventory Management." Discover Annie’s expert tips for organizing costumes, props, and equipment to keep your studio running smoothly and str…
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Workflow & Systems for Streamlined Operations: One-Click Feedback Loops
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15:09Annie Leese Thistle, studio owner and Inner Circle Growth Coach, shares her expertise on creating smarter workflows for your studio. In this episode, "One-Click Feedback Loops," Annie breaks down how to design quick, effective surveys to gather valuable insights from students and parents in just minutes. Tune in for actionable tips to elevate your …
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Workflow & Systems for Streamlined Operations: Master Your Metrics
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18:05In this episode, Annie Leese Thistle, Inner Circle Growth Coach and CEO of Performing Arts Academy of Marin, dives into the essentials of mastering your metrics. Learn which numbers matter most and how to review them quickly each week to make smarter, more informed decisions for your studio. It’s all about working smarter, not harder!…
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Workflow & Systems for Streamlined Operations: Automate to Liberate
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25:55In this episode, IC Growth Coach Annie Leese Thistle shares her expertise on how to "Automate to Liberate" with smart tools for scheduling, invoicing, and email marketing. Tune in to discover practical strategies to streamline your operations and take your studio to the next level!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BONUS EPISODE: Top Studio Owner Trends for 2025
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36:22In this bonus episode, DSOA CEO Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by powerhouse CEO Paige Sayegh and Inner Circle Growth Coach Annie Leese for an exclusive look into the top trends for dance studio owners in 2025. Happy New Year!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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The Show Must Go On…Or Maybe Not?
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27:09Join us for a special recap episode as we revisit some of the biggest highlights, insights, and inspiring moments from this year. We'll reflect on key takeaways, listener favorites, and valuable lessons learned from our amazing guests. Whether you're catching up or diving in for the first time, this episode is packed with memorable moments that mad…
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The 5-Step Process That Will Increase Enrollments Drastically In Your Studio
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30:41Join us for a special recap episode as we revisit some of the biggest highlights, insights, and inspiring moments from this year. We'll reflect on key takeaways, listener favorites, and valuable lessons learned from our amazing guests. Whether you're catching up or diving in for the first time, this episode is packed with memorable moments that mad…
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Mistakes To Avoid When Building Your Studio Dream Team!
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31:26Join us for a special recap episode as we revisit some of the biggest highlights, insights, and inspiring moments from this year. We'll reflect on key takeaways, listener favorites, and valuable lessons learned from our amazing guests. Whether you're catching up or diving in for the first time, this episode is packed with memorable moments that mad…
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3 Ways To Enhance Studio Communication Through Connection
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25:11Join us for a special recap episode as we revisit some of the biggest highlights, insights, and inspiring moments from this year. We'll reflect on key takeaways, listener favorites, and valuable lessons learned from our amazing guests. Whether you're catching up or diving in for the first time, this episode is packed with memorable moments that mad…
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Master the Summer Hustle
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19:34Let's talk SUMMER CAMPS! We’re going to learn about the top Summer Camp trends for 2025 from our Inner Circle Growth Captains Angella Manella-Hoffman and Heather Jackson!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Future-Proof Your Studio
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31:12Today’s episode is a special one! We welcome back Jodi Shilling along with DSOA Inner Circle Captain Patti Johnston for an in-depth conversation on the future of dance. Together, they’ll explore the key areas the industry should focus on and the top priorities for studio owners to remain competitive. From new innovations to cultural shifts, this is…
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Power Programs for 2025: Your Blueprint for Success
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33:36We have a special treat for you in today’s episode! Host Jodi Shilling welcomes Loren Specht, one of DSOA’s talented Inner Circle members, to share her top strategies for setting a dance studio up for success in 2025. Whether you’re seeking fresh ideas or actionable tips, this conversation is packed with inspiration to help you tackle the year ahea…
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Thriving In 2025: What Should You be Doing NOW to Prepare for the Future?
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20:00Welcome back! In today’s episode, we’re looking forward to 2025 with Inner Circle Growth Coach Jodi Shilling. Jodi shares the trends that studio owners should watch closely, along with practical strategies to keep your studio ahead of the curve. Get ready to set your studio up for success in the coming year!…
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Reflecting on 2024: What Did We Learn?
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16:09In today’s episode, Inner Circle Growth Coach Jodi Shilling joins us to share her personal journey through 2024. Together, we’ll explore the dance industry's shifts, trends, and the transformative moments she's experienced in her own studio. Jodi opens up about the year’s pivotal challenges, impactful lessons, and the growth they’ve inspired.…
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Out-Of-The-Box Recital Revenue Ideas
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32:16Today is another special day on our podcast as we welcome back Shannon along with one of the DSOA’s Inner Circle Captains, Heather Buelow, for an incredible conversation about out-of-the-box ideas that will take your recitals to the next levelDoor Transform My Dance Studio
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Mastering Recital Profit
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21:25We have a special episode in store for you today. Our host for this series, Shannon, has brought on one of the DSOA’s incredible Inner Circle members, Kelly Parks, for a special episode on how this studio owner has mastered recital profit!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BONUS: Leadership Liberation Pt. 2
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17:58Welcome back to part 2 of this special bonus episode, Leadership Liberation, where the DSOA shows studio owners how to TRANSFORM YOUR DANCE STUDIO INTO A SERIOUS BUSINESS...FOR GOOD!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BONUS: Leadership Liberation Pt. 1
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14:53This special bonus episode is Part 1 of our Leadership Liberation training where the DSOA shows studio owners how to TRANSFORM YOUR DANCE STUDIO INTO A SERIOUS BUSINESS...FOR GOOD!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Recital Must-DOs and Must-DON'Ts
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22:43Last week, IC Growth Coach & podcast host, Shannon Westveer, told you about her story with her first recitals. Now, in this episode, she is going to give you actionable steps on improving your recitals so that you can actually make a profit!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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First Recital Glows, Grows, and Everything In Between
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20:00In this episode, Inner Circle Growth Coach Shannon Westveer is going to share a personal story about her very first recital...she’ll share what went well, what didn’t go so well, and how she learned along the way!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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10 Minute Marketing Tips with Olivia: Delegate So You Can Elevate
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20:06In this special episode, the DSOA's Executive Director Olivia Mode-Cater is going to walk you through ways to master delegation so you can put more focus on your marketing efforts, specifically!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Lead and Let Go: Delegation Discoveries and Challenges
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23:16Today is another special day on our podcast as we welcome two of the DSOA’s Inner Circle Captains, Meghan Retseck and Kim Field, for an incredible conversation about delegation discoveries and challenges!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Lead and Let Go: How 1 Studio Owner Runs 2 STUDIOS!
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36:33Our host for this series, Mary, has brought on one of the DSOA’s incredible Inner Circle members, Hannah Taylor, for a special episode on how this seasoned studio owner has mastered delegation while running TWO STUDIOS!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Lead and Let Go: Mastering Delegation
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25:27Today's episode is all about giving you actionable steps on how you can start delegating – what you should focus on, what you should let go of, and how do you trust your employees to do the job you hired them to do?!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Lead and Let Go: Delegation is About Empowering Someone Else!
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20:49In this episode, IC Growth Coach Mary Giattino is going to share a personal story about her very first hire -- Who it was, what she delegated first, and tons of lessons she learned from that first hire! I know you’re going to be able to relate!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BONUS: Live, Eat, Breathe, BREAK!
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34:06In this special episode, DSOA's Director, Olivia Mode-Cater, chats with Etienne Carreira, who is not only an incredible member of the Inner Circle, but also a leader in the Breaking world as dancer, choreographer, and teacher and his SON will be competing in those Youth Olympic for breaking in Dakar in 2026. During this convo, Etienne gives us a be…
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Dance Comeback Campaign: Make It Personal!
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28:08Today is another special day on our podcast as we welcome one of the DSOA’s Inner Circle Captains, Erika Holmes, on with Annie for an incredible conversation about the various ways you can start working NOW on getting students in your doors for the year ahead! Erika is here to help you learn how to add a personal touch to your student attraction st…
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Dance Comeback Campaign: Seasoned Studio Owners Share Their BEST-KEPT Secrets!
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28:01We have a special episode in store for you today. Our host for this series, Annie, has brought on one of the DSOA’s incredible Inner Circle members, Robyn Todesco, for a special episode on how this seasoned studio owner improved her re-enrollment numbers time and time again. Turn those ear buds up!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Dance Comeback Campaign: Keep Them Wanting More!
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26:39In this episode, Annie is going to break down how to create and execute a specific enrollment period for your studio that sells out year after year.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Dance Comeback Campaign: Attracting New Students & Winning Back the Ones that Got Away
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23:21Dive in to the world of retention and attraction. The special word in today's episode is retention! Retention and attraction is what leads to ultimate success for enrollment numbers. Learn first-hand from Inner Circle Growth Coach Annie Leese Thistle on how she improved her enrollment numbers!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BREAKING NEWS: Inner Circle Member Coaching the FIRST-EVER USA Olympic Breaking Team
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48:09This special episode interviews Bonita Saldana, Inner Circle member and the coach of the very first Olympics Breaking team!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Jumpstart Your Season: Student Attraction Marketing Tips w/ Olivia
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35:10In this BONUS episode from our free July training, Enrollment Explosion, Olivia gives away the tried and true systems and marketing tips used in the DSOA's Inner Circle! By implementing these tips and tricks, you will have an enrollment explosion yourself!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Jumpstart Your Season: Advice To Get Your Enrollment Numbers UP!
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44:28This episode will dive into tips and tricks straight from the field! Hear some great examples from Shannon and Shawna about how to improve your enrollment numbers all year long!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Jumpstart Your Season: How to BEST Execute Your Enrollment Process
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21:39This week, Shannon will be sharing her tried-and-true tips and tricks on how to get incredible enrollment numbers at the start of your season!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Jumpstart Your Season: A Personal Studio Owner Story
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19:24Go behind the scenes as IC Studio Growth Coach Shannon Westveer shares her very personal studio owner story!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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BONUS Tech Tango: Learn from the DSOA's Tech Guru!
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23:05Today, you will hear from none other than the DSOA's tech guru herself, Tanya Neary! Tanya and Alisa are so excited to dive into the everchanging world of technology and AI and how you can implement little bits along the way so you become a tech guru, too!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Tech Tango: Facing the Fear of Technology and Accepting Change
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27:37In today's episode, Alisa and special guest, Craig Burns (DSOA's Mastery Level Executive Coach) will talk about the common fears of technology for both yourself and your team. They'll also discuss how to coach your team through change so that the transition to using more technology in day to day is smoother!…
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Tech Tango: Anybody and Any Age Can Understand & Use Technology
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31:14This episode will encourage you to try out new technologies, regardless of your age and previous understandings of technology and AI.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Tech Tango: Embracing New Technologies
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20:43In this episode, let's learn which types of AI technologies are best for dance studio owners and how to embrace technologies every day.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Tech Tango: Innovation in the Dance Studio
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21:35Technology is changing daily and it's important that we understand what tech tools we can leverage for success as dance studio owners. In this episode, Alisa is going to share the top tech tools that she uses and loves inside her dance studio!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Hiring, Retention, Results: Build Your Dream Team TODAY!
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33:46We have a very special episode today as we have The DSOA's Director, Olivia Mode-Cater! This episode is all about building your dream team and what types of actionable steps you can put into place now to start that journey!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Hiring, Retention, Results: Learn How to Hiring with Long-Term Retention in Mind!
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31:58For today's episode, we have a special guest. Lauren Kelly is an IC member and is here to give us great ideas, tips, and tricks for thinking about long-term retention at the beginning of the hiring process.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Hiring, Retention, Results: 3 Tips For Hiring Your BEST Team!
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25:31This episode leans into 3 best practices for hiring the right people, onboarding them for long-term retention, and building your dream team.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Hiring, Retention, Results: Go from Solo-Prenuer to Having Your Dream Team!
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25:13This next mini-series is all about hiring the right people, onboarding them for long-term retention, and building your dream team. Lean in to these amazing tips and tricks.Door Transform My Dance Studio
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"Do You Have Leaky Bucket Syndrome?" Top 3 Marketing Tips to Boost Numbers!
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12:13Do you have leaky bucket syndrome? Did all of your new students drop in their first year? This episode will give you 3 quick marketing tips to boost enrollment and keep your re-enrollnment numbers high!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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Keep the Beat: Increasing Retention through Families and Generations
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17:34Retention isn't always just focused on the student currently enrolled in classes. It's also focusing on bringing that student's siblings and other relatives into the studio. It's also focusing on how retention trickles down through generations and helps establish a true community feeling within the studio.…
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Keep the Beat: The Little Things Go a Long Way
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21:21In this episode, we're going to hear one of our Inner Circle member's approach to year-round retention strategies and how to embed these strategies into daily practice!Door Transform My Dance Studio
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