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Transform My Dance Studio The Podcast For Dance Studio OwnersAuthor: Dance Studio Owners Association
Behind every great studio is a story of transformation. The Transform My Dance Studio Podcast is your weekly lifeline for leadership, clarity, and communitycreated for ambitious studio owners who want more than just tips and tactics. Hosted by Olivia Mode-Cater, a lifelong dance educator and entrepreneur, each episode sparks inspiration and strategies to transform your studio and your life. You'll hear from trailblazing studio owners, mentors, and coaches who have been in the trenches, along with candid solo episodes that explore both the personal and professional growth that comes with running a thriving studio. From scaling systems and boosting profits to building confidence and breaking free from the "starving artist" mindset, this is the podcast that helps you grow your business and keep the magic alive. Olivia Mode-Cater is CEO of the Dance Studio Owners Association, the world's largest community of studio owners, and helped scale 2 other major dance businesses into leaders in the industry. Known for her expertise in dance education, business growth, and marketing, she has trained thousands of studio owners. Language: en Genres: Arts, Business, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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The $1 Ticket Increase That Changes Everything
Episode 6
Monday, 2 March, 2026
If recital season has ever meant long lines, confused parents, ticket stress, or that sinking feeling that your biggest event of the year could have run smoother, this episode is for you. Because let's be clear: your recital isn't "just a show." It's your biggest brand statement, a major revenue driver, a powerful retention tool, and a defining leadership moment all wrapped into one. In this episode of the Transform My Dance Studio Podcast, Olivia sits down with Leo Moore from DRT Performance Tix to unpack how studio owners can transform their recital from a logistical headache into a professional, profitable, CEO-level event. You'll hear why ticketing is the first impression of your show, how DIY systems quietly drain revenue, and what it looks like to treat recital planning like a business strategy, not an afterthought. If you're ready to stop surviving the recital season and start leading it like a CEO, press play. You will learn: Why your recital ticketing experience directly impacts retention How "we've always done it this way" is costing you money The psychology behind first impressions and brand trust Why digital ticketing elevates your professionalism How to turn recital data into real revenue growth What a 91% retention rate in ticketing tells us about change How small pricing adjustments (even $1) shift your profitability Why recital revenue planning should start months in advance How young studio owners are scaling faster with better systems Why recital season should fund your future, not exhaust you Leo Moore is the Manager of Partnerships and Growth at DRT Performance Tix, the leading ticketing provider built specifically for dance studios. Working closely with client success teams and studio owners across North America, Leo helps studios create professional, profitable recital experiences through smart systems, revenue planning, and hands-on support. DRT now serves over 3,000 studios and continues to evolve through direct client feedback. For more information visit https://www.drttix.com/ Join our growing community of people just like you inside our free Facebook group. Click here to join! Watch our video episodes and subscribe on YouTube here. Follow The Dance Studio Owners Association: Instagram: @dancestudioownersassociation | TikTok: @dsoaofficial | Facebook: @dancestudioownersassociation Follow Olivia Mode-Cater: Instagram: @olivia.modecater | TikTok: @olivia.modecater












