 |
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: |
Listen Now...
Are You The Bottleneck For Your Own Studio?
Episode 10
Monday, 30 March, 2026
What if the thing holding your studio back… is actually how you're showing up as the leader? In this powerful and honest conversation, Olivia Mode-Cater is joined by Inner Circle Studio Growth Coach Shannon Westveer to unpack the identity shifts required to grow a sustainable, scalable dance studio. This episode goes beyond strategy—and into the real internal work that studio owners must face as they evolve from doing everything… to leading something bigger than themselves. Shannon shares her journey from overwhelmed studio owner to confident CEO, revealing the mindset shifts, leadership challenges, and uncomfortable decisions that ultimately changed everything. Together, Olivia and Shannon explore why so many studio owners stay stuck—not because they lack tools, but because they haven't yet stepped into the next version of themselves. If you've ever felt stretched thin, unsure how to grow, or like your studio depends entirely on you—this episode will challenge you to think differently about your role, your leadership, and what's truly required to scale. You'll hear: Why growth requires an identity shift—not just new strategies The difference between operating as a teacher vs. a CEO Why letting go feels so hard (and how to actually do it) The hidden cost of staying in "control mode" How to start building a studio that runs with you, not because of you The mindset blocks that keep studio owners stuck in overwhelm What it really takes to lead a team effectively How Shannon redefined her role to create more freedom and growth Why clarity and decision-making are leadership skills, not personality traits The moment studio owners realize: "Something has to change" If you're ready to stop doing everything yourself and start leading a studio that can grow beyond you, this episode is your wake-up call. Shannon Westveer is a former dance studio owner and Inner Circle Studio Growth Coach known for helping studio owners step into stronger leadership, build sustainable businesses, and navigate the mindset shifts required for long-term growth. 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. Explore our partners: Studio Sync - dsoa.com/syncmembership Dance Photo Pro - dancephotopro.com Studio Growth Pathways - dsoa.com/pathways Follow The Dance Studio Owners Association: Instagram: @dancestudioownersassociation | TikTok: @dsoaofficial | Facebook: @dancestudioownersassociation Follow Olivia Mode-Cater: Instagram: @olivia.modecater | TikTok: @olivia.modecater
