One wrong hire can quietly derail your entire dance studio.

B players — those “good enough” team members who aren’t bad enough to fire — can drain morale, burn out your top talent, and slowly erode your culture.

In this episode, I share a real behind-the-scenes story from Dance Motion Marketing about how one B player was creating chaos for our A players… and the hard decision we made to protect our team.

You’ll learn:

• Why fit beats skill every time when hiring
• How to spot the early warning signs of a B player
• The immediate steps to protect your A players and your culture

If you want to keep your best people, this episode is a must-listen.

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What if you could get direct answers to your biggest studio growth questions—fast?

In this bonus episode, Bryce shares a major announcement: the launch of the Dance Motion Marketing Hotline. This new tool gives studio owners a simple way to ask questions, get expert input, and unlock resources tailored to their exact needs—whether it’s marketing, retention, finances, or enrollment.

You’ll hear the “why” behind this launch, who’s involved, and how it can shortcut your learning curve by tapping into the brain trust behind Dance Motion Marketing. If you've ever had a follow-up question after an episode, this is your next step.

🔗 Visit dancemotionmarketing.com/ask to ask your question today.

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After one year, thousands of campaigns, and tens of thousands of new dancers enrolled, Bryce Conlan reflects on the 9 deepest lessons Dance Motion Marketing has learned helping studios grow in the last 12 months. This isn’t about flashy wins—it’s about the real, often hard-earned insights that separate struggling studios from thriving ones.

You’ll learn why visibility is non-negotiable, why many ads “fail,” and how the most successful studio owners think differently. From summer strategy to enrollment systems and even how AI may be hurting your messaging, this episode connects the dots.

Perfect for dance studio owners serious about real growth—and a business that supports your life, not swallows it.

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Dance studios are evolving—and fast. In this episode, Bryce shares his key takeaways from Rhee Gold’s DanceLife Teacher Conference, revealing the real growth levers separating thriving studios from those falling behind.

You’ll learn:

• Why internal miscommunication is silently killing re-enrollment
• How to calculate your marketing ROI (and why most studio owners don’t)
• The two essential pieces of software every modern studio needs
• The hidden danger of staying inside your “studio community bubble”

Whether you're overwhelmed by tech or questioning your ad results, this episode gives you clarity and a strategic lens to grow smarter. Don’t get stuck guessing—learn how to see your business clearly and make better decisions.

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Growth is often sold as the golden ticket for dance studios—more students, more staff, more success. But what if chasing growth is what’s actually holding you back?

In this episode, Bryce Conlan challenges the growth-at-all-costs mindset and lays bare the real trade-offs that come with scaling a dance studio. You’ll discover why more dancers doesn’t always mean more freedom (or profit), and how staying small on purpose could be the smartest, most fulfilling move you make.

Whether you’re at 80 students or 800, this conversation offers a sharp lens on what growth really costs—and how to choose the right path for your life and studio.

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Overwhelmed, under-supported, and stuck in survival mode? You're not alone. In this episode, Bryce Conlan breaks down the three types of support available to dance studio owners—and why choosing the wrong one can quietly sabotage your growth.

Learn the critical difference between community, information, and execution... and how each applies depending on your studio’s current stage. Bryce shares a cautionary tale about “Susan,” a studio owner who chose from desperation instead of intention—and paid the price.

This is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt unsure about what kind of help will actually grow your studio.

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Most dance studios are leaking leads—and revenue—without realizing it. In this tactical episode, Bryce Conlan breaks down the hidden sales funnel failures that sabotage fall enrollment (which often drives 60–70% of your annual revenue). From the critical difference between follow-up and follow-through, to the must-have SMS/email automations, to the exact metrics you need to track weekly—this episode is your summer blueprint to getting ahead. Whether you're manually chasing every lead or relying on memory for your sales process, it’s time to fix the machine before the fall rush hits.

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Most dance studio owners think they need better tactics. But what if the real breakthrough has nothing to do with strategy—and everything to do with identity?

In this episode, Bryce Conlan challenges the “information trap” and reveals the invisible beliefs holding studio owners back. You’ll hear the personal story that rewired his mindset—and how a single conversation shifted everything.

If you've ever felt like you're not cut out for business, or like you're faking it while everyone else thrives, this is the episode you need. Discover how the right tribe can transform your beliefs, boost your confidence, and unlock real growth.

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