If your enrollments feel soft, you're not imagining it. From falling GDP to collapsing container shipments, the early signs of economic slowdown are here—and studio owners are already feeling the squeeze.

But here’s the truth: recessions don’t kill studios. Hesitation does.

In this episode, Bryce Conlan breaks down the 5 critical moves to recession-proof your dance studio—using strategies forged during the pandemic and proven to drive growth when others pull back. From retention tactics to marketing mindsets, you’ll learn how to position your studio to grow even in uncertain times.

Don’t cut the very thing that brings people through your door. Leverage this moment to accelerate, not retreat.

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Brittany Thompson didn’t run a sale. She didn’t offer a free trial. She didn’t even write a clever ad.

She sent one text message—and 50 dance moms registered their kids that day.

In this episode, you’ll hear exactly how she did it. No fluff. No theory. Just a real studio owner who cracked the code on follow-up and built a system that keeps working while others beg for signups.

You’ll discover:

• The exact mindset shift that turned her studio around
• Why most “dead leads” aren’t dead at all (you just stopped asking)
• How to build a culture that enrolls for you—even if you’re not watching

If you’re tired of guessing and ready for numbers that slap, this one’s your wake-up call.

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Fall 2025 has studio owners asking, “What am I doing wrong?” The data says: nothing. You’re swimming against macroeconomic headwinds—families spending less, enrollments down as much as 50% in many markets. In this episode, Bryce reframes your strategy: in a downturn, marketing’s job isn’t always growth—it’s preservation. Build a fortress first, then expand.

You’ll learn how to separate micro vs. macro forces (so you stop blaming the wrong thing), reset targets, and deploy “maintenance marketing” that protects revenue while positioning you to capture demand rebounds—especially the January bump that can outperform September.

Keywords: dance studio marketing 2025, enrollments down, macro trends vs micro trends, preservation marketing, DMM, trade war and costume pricing, inflation and family spending.

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Fall 2025 isn’t business as usual—it’s war for loyalty.

In this episode, Bryce Conlan blows the whistle on DropTober—the quiet student exodus that blindsides studios every fall. With enrollments down and parents more selective than ever, your first 90 days with a new family aren’t just important—they’re make-or-break. Bryce unpacks how to choreograph a world-class onboarding experience that builds bulletproof retention before the drop-off ever starts.

You’ll learn why moms form long-term judgments in week one, how to build a Ritz-Carlton-level studio experience, and what systems your team must have to keep new families loyal.

Don’t just fill your studio—keep it full.

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At the Energize conference, Bryce Conlan hit the floor with a mic in hand—and studio owners brought the real questions. From struggling ad performance to lead quality, retention pain points to marketing overwhelm, this episode captures the raw concerns dance studio owners are facing right now.

You’ll hear candid conversations about:

• The real ROI of Facebook and Instagram ads
• Why free trials aren’t converting—and how to fix it
• What to do when a competitor poaches your dancers
• Low-cost strategies to boost enrollment fast

Bryce breaks down what’s working, what’s not, and what to focus on if your marketing feels stuck. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I the only one dealing with this?”—this episode proves you’re not.

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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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