In this episode of The Cheer Biz Podcast, Dan dives into the buzz surrounding the newly announced Pro Cheer league and explores what it could mean for the industry. Is this the future of competitive cheerleading, or just hype without a plan? Dan unpacks the potential benefits, the unanswered questions, the financial realities, and whether this is the game-changing moment cheerleaders have been waiting for—or just another flash in the pan. Whether you're excited or skeptical, this is a must-listen for anyone in the all-star cheer world.

In this episode of The Cheer Biz Podcast, Dan breaks down how artificial intelligence has quietly become his most powerful productivity tool—and how it can do the same for you.

From content creation and email automation to client communication, data analysis, and systems optimization, Dan shares real-life examples of how AI has helped him streamline nearly every aspect of running a cheer gym, saving time, money, and mental energy in the process.

Whether you're still stuck doing things the hard way or you're curious how to use ChatGPT, Gemini, or automation tools to scale your cheer business, this episode is your fast-track AI playbook.

Stop wasting time. Start working smarter—with AI. Hit play and learn how.

In this episode of The Cheer Biz Podcast, Dan shares his most effective (and hard-earned) strategies for motivating teens and pre-teens in cheerleading, based on 22+ years of coaching, behavioral science, and real-world experience.

You’ll learn:

• How to use fake control to boost buy-in without sacrificing structure

• Why purpose-driven coaching beats generic praise

• How to leverage peer pressure, short-term wins, and energy regulation for consistent performance

• When to tap into your athletes’ “villain arc” for next-level focus

• And why effort is a behavior—not a vibe

Whether you're a coach or gym owner, this episode is packed with powerful, practical tools to connect with Gen Z athletes and get the most out of your practices.

Listen in—and don’t forget to share this one with your coaching staff.

Whether you're running your first Facebook ad, struggling to fill classes, or wondering why no one’s converting from your Instagram reels, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable takeaways to help you stop wasting time, money, and momentum.

Want to attract real clients with a real plan? Then tune in, take notes, and let’s fix your marketing.

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He breaks down:

• Why fewer competitors can mean fewer eyes on cheerleading

• How closures might signal market instability

• Why customers don’t automatically (or always helpfully) transfer

• The danger of losing your benchmark and creative motivation

• Why a thriving cheer industry benefits everyone

If you’ve ever celebrated a rival gym going under—or feared one might—you’ll want to hear this perspective-shifting episode. Growth isn’t about domination, it’s about expansion. Tune in and rethink what real victory looks like.

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This one is for every coach who’s ever juggled count sheets, emotions, and a whole lot of caffeine—don’t miss it.

In this episode of The Cheer Biz Podcast, Dan opens up about the real, raw, and sometimes ridiculous lessons he’s learned from 15 years of owning a cheer gym. From hard-earned wisdom like “you are the culture” and “profit over popularity” to hilarious truths like pretending to be in meetings just for a moment of silence, Dan shares five game-changing insights—and five soul-crushing realities—that every gym owner will relate to. Whether you’re just starting out or knee-deep in entrepreneurship, this episode will inspire, validate, and maybe even make you laugh-cry a little.

In this tongue-in-cheek rant episode of The Cheer Biz Podcast, Dan unleashes a hilarious (but honest) look at the most common — and most maddening — things parents say to cheer coaches and gym owners. From “Can we just take the year off to tumble?” to “She’s a flyer, but she doesn’t need to stretch,” Dan breaks down why these phrases drive coaches up the wall and how to handle them with grace and a little grit. Whether you’re a coach needing a laugh or a parent curious about the other side of the mat, this one’s got something for everyone. Grab your coffee (or something stronger) and enjoy a cheer coach’s comedic therapy session.