In this episode, Amanda and Bec dive deep into the sometimes messy, always emotional world of competition teams - and they're not holding back.

From parent tears at re-enrolment to evolving their own studio models, the girls share honestly how they've handled auditions vs invitations, the importance of inclusivity, and why letting go of control can be the best thing you do.

Whether you're running elite teams, just starting with junior groups, or figuring out how to set minimum requirements, there's something here for every studio owner juggling studio growth and sanity!

Here's what we chat about:

• Why Bec made the switch from "everyone's welcome" to invitation-only
• The parent backlash - and how she handled it with grace
• Amanda's 'performance team' structure and what worked well
• How to balance high standards with a nurturing environment
• Why letting go of micro-managing can actually be magic
• How FOMO can help build better buy-in
• What minimum requirements work for different age groups

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This week, Bec is joined by Chloe and Kirralee from KICO Dance Studios - two powerhouse young studio owners who've turned their childhood friendship into a thriving business (and total vibe).

They're sharing the real behind-the-scenes of buying a studio at 23 (yep!), surviving the Zoom era, launching a full-scale rebrand, and how they've used systems, time-blocking, and community love to build something truly special.

If you've ever thought "I should probably post on Instagram more..." or "Maybe it's time to finally rebrand," this ep is your nudge!

You'll hear about:

• The pink-and-orange rebrand that transformed their studio (and why it felt SO them)
• How time-blocking helps them do all the things without losing their minds
• Their seriously smart (and fun!) approach to social media
• What it's like running a studio with your best friend since childhood
• The mindset shifts that helped them handle hard decisions and trust their gut
• Their booming preschool program - and why splitting their concert was a game-changer
• Their team motto: Rinse, repeat and do better

This one's like a big warm hug with a side of practical magic. Studio owners, you're gonna LOVE it.

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Ever felt like your studio was running you, not the other way around? This episode is for you.

We sat down with the fabulous Maree from Dancing With Maree, and let us tell you - her journey is the definition of transformation. From running three school halls (and crying in the car when they pulled the floor out from under her - literally) to running a thriving studio with 480 students, Maree shares it all.

You'll laugh, cry, and be reminded that change is absolutely possible - even if you've been doing things the same way for 15+ years.

In this episode:

• Maree's rocky start (no wage, no direction, lots of hustle)
• The storm - figuratively and literally - that forced her to pivot
• What SGC's 75 Hard did for her mindset and marketing
• Why moving into her own space was the game-changer
• Her staff training secrets (balloons, affirmations & all)
• How she gets her team to write their own critical paths (genius!)
• How Bec & Amanda's support helped her become the leader she is today

Maree's story proves you don't need to have it all figured out, you just need to take that first brave step.

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