1️⃣ Welcome to all the new faces who’ve joined in the last two weeks! So glad to have you here. Please introduce yourself in the Welcome post (pinned at the top), drop your voice in the comments, or share your wins, questions, or “aha” moments as you grow your studio. This community grows when you show up in it 💕 2️⃣ Reminder: the more you post and comment, the more points you earn. Hit 10 points and you unlock a bonus AI prompt pack or mini training. So get in the comments and get chatty 💬 3️⃣ Thank you to everyone who pulled up to our last Virtual Coffee Hang! I host this every [first Saturday of the month at 11AM EST] — check the countdown at the top of the page for the next one. No agenda, no recording, no notes. Just dance educators connecting like real people ☕ 4️⃣ On Tuesday I’m launching a mini course for ManyChat — using AI to speed up social media replies and bring in new students. Perfect for anyone ready to build their studio’s business during the off season. Premium members get instant access. Everyone else, come back Tuesday 🌹 5️⃣ Reminder: Premium membership includes every course and tutorial in Dance Teacher Academy (a $297 value) for just $19/month ‼️ If you’ve already grabbed one course and you’re loving it, Premium is where the real value is. You also lock in this price — I’m planning to raise it this fall, so your rate stays the same as long as you’re in. As always, I’m here if you have questions. Sending you love and momentum this season 🌸 Honor the Culture. Build the Business. Stay Blessed, Stay Building, Barryne “MzB” Richardson Founder, Connecting the Lines

Up and at it early this morning thinking about how God is and has blessed me and my family. I learn so much stuff and I feel like I am bursting with knowledge and the thirst to water all of the people around me.

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it’s a full transformation for your dance business. We start from the ground up and build everything step-by-step: 1️⃣ Business Foundation – Setting up your studio’s structure, systems, and operations the right way.2️⃣ Team Building – Learning how to recruit, train, and lead a high-performing dance team and staff.3️⃣ Studio Compliance & Policies – Making sure your studio is safe, legal, and ready for growth.4️⃣ Marketing & Branding – Building visibility and positioning your dance studio as the go-to in your community.5️⃣ Content Creation & Engagement – Turning your dance expertise into captivating content that attracts students and clients.6️⃣ Programs & Digital Products – Expanding your income with classes, workshops, and products that sell year-round. This curriculum takes you from dance teacher to true CEO — every part of your business in order from A to Z. 💼 The Dance Studio Academy isn’t just mentorship — it’s elevation.