Visibility To Your Families Produces Tangible Results
A very simple definition of visibility is to be seen. And what is the value of being seen? Billboards along the highways cost thousands of dollars. 30-second spots on TV cost even more. Putting your company’s name in these spots is of tremendous value. But this visibility can only be guaranteed to be occasional. Imagine […]
Planning for 2017: Dance Teacher Conventions, Conferences and Workshops
It is always good for teachers to keep on top of all the latest dances and teaching methods. One great way to do have continuing education is to attend a dance convention, conference or workshop. These provide many benefits, including networking with other teachers, dancers and choreographers. Tips for attending Be open and positive: Remember […]
Mobile App Can Improve Enrollment and Retention
That’s a pretty bold statement. But we can back it up. Your gym’s parents want to be able to enroll their children in classes as easily as they do their holiday shopping. Regardless of the reason that they’ve not enrolled, it’s essential that you give parents the ability to complete the enrollment process on their […]
HR Basics: Are Holiday Gifts Taxable?
QUESTION: As the holidays are approaching, we are looking for ideas for employee gifts. If we give gift cards or gift certificates, will they be taxable to the employee? What about hams and turkeys? ANSWER: Anything that equates to giving cash must be considered taxable income for the employee. This includes gift cards, gift certificates […]
Cash Flow Management: The Secret to Success
Written by Sean Dever Cash flow is the lifeblood of any small business. Some business experts even say that a healthy cash flow is more important than your business’s ability to deliver its goods and services. While that might seem counterintuitive, consider this: if you fail to satisfy a customer and lose that customer’s business, […]
The Mobile Inventor App with Jackrabbit Class is a Powerful Tool
“I believe that the mobile app is a powerful customer service tool for us to use in making everything at our studio easy for parents to do. And by doing so, we earn their loyalty and win their appreciation for accommodating their needs and preferences.” Erica Leanna, Platinum Dance Center The biggest benefit is the […]
Tax Breaks for Hiring New Employees
Written by Sean Dever If you’re thinking about hiring new employees this year, you won’t want to miss out on these tax breaks. Work Opportunity Credit The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit for employers that hire employees from the following targeted groups of individuals: A member of a family that […]
Biz Tips: How To Make It Easier For You To Bring Your Team Together
One of the challenges studio owners can face is bringing the entire team together. Everyone is busy, they may have other plans. It tears your hair out trying to just get everyone together. I know how frustrating that is. So I want to share with you an idea about how it could be much easier […]
Biz Tips: What You Need To Know If You Want To Sell Your Studio
Today, I’m going to share with you what you need to know if you want to sell your studio, maybe not now, but sometime in the future. When we’re talking about selling your studio, what we need to be thinking about is: “How can we show the value of your business?” The first […]
Promote Online Registration with Your Mobile App
Registration is one of the most popular activities that you can allow parents to do online. Opening up access and providing more and easier opportunities for parents to register for classes also does something for you: it drives your revenues higher. Provide a Seamless Process from Notification to Payment By using your push notification capabilities […]