The DBO Show

What does it really take to back yourself and make that next big move in business? In today's episode of the DBO Show, Sarah Marie is joined by Charlotte Rice, a dance and gymnastics business owner who's taking an exciting next step by opening a new venue. We're talking about ambition, taking calculated risks, making brave decisions and navigating the emotions that come with growing...

What if confidence isn’t something you need before you take action… but something you build because you took it? In this episode of The DBO Show, Ashley talks about why waiting to feel ready can keep us stuck in business, how action creates evidence, and why self-belief isn’t knowing everything will work out, it’s trusting yourself to handle it if it doesn’t. If there’s something you’ve been putti...

What makes your dance school YOUR dance school? You! If another dance school opened down the road tomorrow, offering the same classes, similar prices and a very similar experience… why would a parent choose you? In this episode, we’re digging into what really makes your school different. Not just the classes you offer, but your values, your culture, the experience you create and the families you’r...

In this episode, we’re sharing a recent training where Louise breaks down how to create more revenue, profit and freedom from the business you already have. We explore where your next £5k could already be sitting, from filling existing class spaces and increasing average customer spend to improving retention and making your events more profitable. But growing beyond £20k isn’t just about finding m...

Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed or like you’ve lost a little bit of your spark? You’re not alone. ❤️ In this episode, Ashley talks about burnout as a Dance Business Owner, how to recognise the warning signs, why we often keep pushing through them, and what to do when you realise you might already be running on empty. Because sometimes the answer isn’t learning how to cope with more… it’s recognisin...

Could the growth you’re looking for already be sitting inside your business? Before you add another class, offer or project, it may be time to look properly at what you already have. In today’s episode of the DBO Show, Sarah-Marie explores why constantly adding more can spread your time, team and students too thin and how unfinished projects, unfilled class spaces and missed follow-ups could be ho...

What are you tolerating in your business that you already know needs to change?  From late payments and blurred boundaries to team frustrations, difficult conversations and the things we continue to take on ourselves, the little things we tolerate can quickly become big things that drain our energy. In this episode, Ashley challenges you to identify ONE thing you’re ready to stop tolerating and as...

One difficult moment doesn't get to erase everything you've built. At the end of August, it's easy to look at churn, quieter numbers or uncertainty around September and let emotion tell you the whole business is in trouble. But are you reacting to the facts or the story you're creating around them? In this episode, Sarah-Marie talks about zooming our, separating feelings from d...

In this episode, Caitlin is sharing some of her biggest takeaways from the conversations we’ve been having with dance business owners recently. We’re talking about why consistency beats constantly chasing the next new idea, challenging the beliefs that could be keeping your business small, getting more comfortable with increasing your prices, and one of the biggest conversations happening right no...

Feeling a little bit… off? 🤍 In this episode of The DBO Show, Ashley chats about why being out of routine can leave us feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated or just not quite ourselves and why that’s completely normal. We’ll explore some simple nervous system resets you can use when things feel a little too much, from breathing and grounding techniques to movement, brain dumps and creating small daily...

As a new season approaches, most DBO's focus on preparing their studio.   But what if the most important thing you prepare is your leadership? In this episode, Sarah-Marie shares why the strongest seasons are built before the doors open, how to stop becoming the bottleneck in your business, and the simple mindset shift that helps you build a more confident, empowered team. It's not about...

In this episode, Caitlin shares three questions every dance business owner should ask before the new term begins to get clear on what success actually looks like, spot the gaps that need attention, and think about how you need to lead differently as your school grows. Take 10 minutes, grab your notes, and use these questions with your team to make this term simpler, stronger and more intentional....

Everyone wants to know the business strategies that help them grow... But some of the biggest breakthroughs in my business have come from things that had nothing to do with business! In this episode, I’m sharing the habits, decisions and mindset shifts that I believe have had the biggest impact on my growth... and why they might change yours too. Join us at The DBO Show Live in LONDON 🎙 Thursday 6...

In this episode, we’re taking you inside one of our real Team Leadership Reset calls. No scripts, no filters - just honest conversations about what’s happening in our community, the challenges our members are facing and how we make decisions as a team!  From overcoming overthinking to supporting members through summer, this is a genuine look at how we lead, plan and stay focused on what matters mo...

In this short episode I'm talking about what to expect at The DBO Show LIVE in London 🇬🇧  Thursday 6th August at 7pm 🎙 See you there - https://go.thedancebusinessacademy.com/dbo-show-live-london One conversation. One connection. One idea... All it takes to change the trajectory of your life and business🫡 Follow @thedancebusinesscoach on Facebook and Instagram for more helpful hints and tips...

Most dance business owners don’t need more information… they need to take action on what they already know.  In this episode with Caitlin, we explore the difference between learning and implementing, why accountability changes everything, and the small steps that build lasting momentum! If you're ready to join us inside The Mastermind or The Boardroom, DM @thedancebusinesscoach and let's...

What does business growth really look like behind the scenes? In this episode, Caitlin turns the tables and interviews me about the realities of building a business. From decision fatigue and trusting your team to making difficult decisions and investing in your own growth, this is an honest conversation about what it really takes to reach the next level. Together, they unpack the hard truths that...

In this quick episode, I’m sharing 5 simple actions you can take this weekend to increase revenue using the students, systems and opportunities you already have.  These are practical strategies you can implement immediately that could make a real difference before the new term even begins. Grab a notebook, pick one action and let me know how you get on! P.S I am hosting a Mastermind taster session...

Today I share some powerful insights around growth, capacity and having the courage to let go of things that no longer align with your vision, even when they're working and even if they aren't broken.  I talk about the difference between playing it safe and playing to win, why success can sometimes become a limitation and how creating space is often the catalyst for your next level of im...

This week, I’ve been reflecting on a question that I believe every founder needs to ask themselves. In this episode, I share why I won’t be at our annual summer show this weekend, the lessons I’ve learned about letting go of control and why growth often requires us to release things we’ve become attached to. We talk about fear, trust, freedom, leadership and what success really looks like when you...

Nobody talks about this part of growth... The part where your identity shifts. Your standards change. Your capacity expands. The version of you that got here isn’t the version that will get you there. In this episode, I share some of the biggest lessons I’ve been reflecting on recently, from why being busy is keeping so many DBOs stuck, to why you might be solving the wrong problem in your busines...

What if the thing holding your dance business back isn't your marketing, your pricing or your team... but the systems sitting behind it? In this episode, I sit down with Jack from Pebble , our headline sponsors at Barcelona, to unpack the hidden friction points that cost DBOs time, energy and growth opportunities. We talk customer experience, retention, automation and why what got you here wo...

This week I’m joined by Jessica King from our Boardroom community for a conversation around growth, leadership and building something bigger than the business you’re currently running. We chat about stepping out of the day to day, trusting your team, creating a bigger vision and the evolution that happens when you stop being the bottleneck in your own business! Jess also shares the mission behind...

We recorded this from the stage at last week's "LIFE-CHANGING" Barcelona Mastermind events!!  Well worth a listen if you're an aspiring dance or theatre school owner who knows they're capable of more!  I have a conversation with 4 lovely ladies from our Mastermind about the changes and challenges they've faced when it comes to growing their school! Want in the room ne...

This week’s episode is a little different! I hosted a live workshop this week  (We had over 350 dance business owners registered and 170 join us live) all focused on one thing… how to actually grow your business this summer! If you missed it, you can catch the full session here. Even if you were there live, it’s worth listening again as you’ll pick up what you didn’t the first time! We cover how t...