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The Ultimate Dance Business PodcastStudio Culture That Keeps Families For Life With Heather BuelowWhat are people really saying about your studio when you are not in the room?In this episode, Deborah is joined by studio owner and culture super fan Heather Buelow to unpack what studio culture actually is and why it matters so much for retention, reputation and your own wellbeing as a dance business owner. Heather breaks down how core values, energy, traditions and everyday behaviours all work together to create the feel of your studio and the stories families tell about you.You will hear practical ways to...
2025-12-1244 minThe Ultimate Dance Business PodcastFrom Purple Walls to Walking Billboards: Heather Buelow on Smart Studio BrandingBook an evolution call with Deborah https://calendly.com/dancebusinesslab/30-minuteevolutioncall?month=2024-04 In this guest-hosted episode, studio owner Heather Buelow from Dancer’s Edge in Alberta, Canada, takes over the mic to share her approach to branding and merchandise. Over the past 20 years, Heather has built a strong identity around her studio—most recognisably through the colour purple—and has used that consistency to create a lasting impression in her community.Heather talks through what branding really means beyond logos and colour palettes, including tone of voice, values, and custome...
2025-08-0835 minThe Ultimate Dance Business PodcastThe Most Important Class in Your Studio: Parent & Tot DanceIn this guest-hosted episode of The Ultimate Dance Business Podcast, Heather Buelow—owner of Dancer’s Edge in Alberta, Canada—dives deep into one of the most powerful tools for building loyalty and community in your studio: the parent & tot class.Heather shares why these early-entry classes are far more than just cute bonding moments. They’re a critical first impression for families, a foundation for student retention, and a brilliant way to grow your studio from the ground up.Whether you already run baby and toddler dance classes or you'r...
2025-06-1337 minThe Ultimate Dance Business PodcastHow to Build & Lead a Winning Dance Studio TeamBook an evolution call with Deborah https://go.dancebusinesslab.com/dance-school-success-planIn this episode of The Ultimate Dance Business Podcast, Deborah Laws is joined by Heather Buelow, a highly experienced dance studio owner from Canada with over 21 years in the industry. Heather shares her journey of growing two thriving dance studio locations, managing a team of 22 staff, and balancing leadership, delegation, and growth.💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ The key differences between UK and North American dance studio models✔️ How to build and manage a large team wh...
2025-02-0755 min
PixelsWhat Makes Someone a Photographer? with Shanda AkinWhat makes someone a photographer, and who decides? Shanda Akin has experienced a journey from the air force to the arts and has lots to share about how we see ourselves as photographers. Her love of learning is our good fortune, as we talk about valuable lessons she’s picking up in her pursuit of a Master of Arts in Photography, how we can make sublime images, and the power of projects to spark our creativity.Learn more about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference, hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colo...
2024-12-141h 04
Transform My Dance Studio – The Podcast For Dance Studio OwnersOut-Of-The-Box Recital Revenue IdeasToday is another special day on our podcast as we welcome back Shannon along with one of the DSOA's Inner Circle Captains, Heather Buelow, for an incredible conversation about out-of-the-box ideas that will take your recitals to the next level
2024-10-2832 minTransform My Dance Studio – The Podcast For Dance Studio OwnersOut-Of-The-Box Recital Revenue IdeasToday is another special day on our podcast as we welcome back Shannon along with one of the DSOA's Inner Circle Captains, Heather Buelow, for an incredible conversation about out-of-the-box ideas that will take your recitals to the next level
2024-10-2832 min
Sensitive Stories12: Finding Your Way Through GriefHave you felt overwhelmed by grief or been pressured to get over it quickly? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Elizabeth Butler about finding your way through grief as a sensitive person and: • The unexpected ways grief can show up such as irritability, anxiety, and anger • How community support and rituals can support you in your processing of grief • Grief shows up when you lose someone, but also when you go through other types of loss or life changes • Remembering to come back to yourself as you take care of others in share...
2024-05-2837 min
Six Ways From SundayHeather Buelow - 5, 6, 7, 8 and Pivot!Heather Buelow has been the owner of Dancer's Edge Studio for 19 years. Like many business owners she is no stranger to change, but nothing compares to the wild ride she's been on these last two years where she's had to pivot, pivot, and pivot again. The pandemic has been especially challenging for kids activities, and there were many moments when it looked like dance classes, competitions and recitals were just not going to be possible. But if there's one thing Heather has learned from the world of dance that applies to running a business, it's that you can always...
2021-11-0552 min