Written by Chasta Hamilton The new season is rolling, and, in a corner, you likely have a growing stack of costume catalogs. When determining your studio’s costumes for this year’s performances, keep the following 10 tips in mind: Culture: Make sure your costumes fit into the culture and vibe of
Testimonials are a great way to showcase your business through real people with real experiences. Most people today will search online for a business or product to read reviews before they sign up or purchase anything. Providing a service – especially for someone’s child – is a big decision for
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! For most, that conjures up thoughts of showing your child’s teacher how appreciated he or she is. But for center owners, you’re probably thinking of the teachers, instructors and coaches that work for you. It’s very important for you to show your teachers your appreciation for
While a customer may find you by accident, whether or not they stay with you is a conscious choice! These days, when there are so many options for children’s activities that you must inspire your families to stick with you. And what really sends them over the top is you.
Getting prepared for an upcoming dance competition can seem like a daunting task if you don’t have a good checklist in place. It’s so easy to forget things – who hasn’t looked for their sunglasses when they’re on top of your head?! Angie from YourDailyDance.com has a checklist that she uses each
The thought of going green can be intimidating – especially if you try to imagine your small business taking on the green initiatives that very large businesses take on and successfully put in place. Part of being successful is choosing green actions that fit your business. What do you do
It’s pretty easy to give your studio a powerful competitive edge. I know that sounds pretty simplistic and you don’t believe it. But read on before passing judgment. Parents want to do business with you just as they do with banking, ordering dinner and holiday shopping – online. Offering those
Written by Sean Dever Whether you file as a corporation or sole proprietor here’s what business owners need to know about tax changes in 2013. Standard Mileage Rates The standard mileage rate in 2013 is 56.5 cents per business mile driven, 24 cents per mile driven for medical or moving
Written by Chasta Hamilton HOLDING STAFF ACCOUNTABLIE VIA CONSTRUCTIVE COACHING The instructors at your studio are the backbone to your business. In order for your studio to operate successfully, the instructors must be invested in the studio’s culture. To hold staff accountable for their actions and encourage constructive coaching, implement
Have you been wanting to make a Facebook page for your business but haven’t been quite sure how? It is quick and easy to get started. Here are 5 simple steps to follow to start building your brand on Facebook: 1. Log in to your Facebook account. Enter the search