DSO Connect - By & For Dance Studio Owners

DSO Connect - By & For Dance Studio Owners


Latest Episodes

103. Professional Development opportunities for studio owners
March 08, 2022

This week Amanda and Heather join the podcast with Robin and Casey to talk about professional development for studio owners: why it's so important, experiences we've each had at various events, and al

102. Open Marley night and guest artists
March 01, 2022

Casey and Robin are back this week to talk all about Open Marley Night - an event that Robin created years ago as a sort of Open Mic night for dancers. Plus, they share tips on how to find great guest

101. Cultivating a growth mindset with Susanne Puerschel
February 15, 2022

Susanne Puerschel, former international ballerina and founder of R.I.S.E. Media joins Casey and Robin this week to talk about...well, a whole lot! From cultivating a growth mindset in our studios, to

100. What we’ve learned over the last two years of podcasting
February 12, 2022

It's our 100th episode! We're quite proud to have made it to this podcasting milestone, and so eternally grateful to all of our listeners! THANK YOU for joining us for this ride! In this episode, Case

99. Maintaining mental wellness as a studio owner
February 01, 2022

This week Casey shares her mental health journey and how she manages her symptoms as a business owner.

98. Building a thriving adult program with Shawna Kwan
January 25, 2022

Shawna Kwan opened her studio Elan Dance Arts in London, Ontario with a focus on adults. Over the last 15 years she has grown a loyal following of adult students in both dance and fitness classes. Fro

97. Tax questions with Lynda Hammett
January 18, 2022

It's the new year, which means tax season is upon us! DSO Connect Community member and fellow studio owner Lynda Hammett joins us in this month's Coffee Chat call to answer all of our tax and finance

96. Member Spotlight: Amy Habel
January 11, 2022

This week Robin sits down with DSO Connect Community member Amy Habel for our first ever Member Spotlight! As the owner of Crossroads Irish Dance in Richmond, Virginia, Amy has developed an impressive

95. 2021 Highlights and looking ahead to 2022
January 04, 2022

Robin and Casey are back! This week they reflect on their highlights of 2021, and set goals and intentions for 2022. Join the conversation! Share your highlights and goals in the DSO Connect Community

94. Class Kid: A new generation of studio software with Austin Roberson
December 14, 2021

Happy Holidays! We'll be taking the next two weeks off to focus on spending time with our families and friends. If you're not already, join the DSO Connect Community group to stay connected! Make sure