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The Profitable Play Podcast325: 3 Unique Event Ideas To Get You Through Your Slow Spring Indoor Play SeasonIn this episode, I'm sharing three unique yet proven event ideas to help indoor playground owners boost revenue during the tricky spring season, bridging the gap between winter excitement and summer camp busyness. From hosting a fun and profitable "Mom-Friend Speed Dating" night, to a practical "Busy Bag" crafting event, to a strategic "Summer Camp Sampler," you'll leave this episode with a specific plan of action and ready to energize your community and drive business during typically slower months.Host a Profitable Busy Bag Event (DOWNLOAD)How To Host The Best Easter...2025-03-2636 min

The Profitable Play Podcast324: The NICHE Indoor Playground Concept With Karla from Eat and Be HoopyConsidering opening a play space in a mall OR thinking of starting a very NICHE indoor playground concept? Watch this honest interview first!In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Karla, the owner of Eat and Be Hoopy, a unique business in Vermont. Karla shares her inspiring journey as a single mother who turned her passion for hula hooping into a brick-and-mortar business. Initially offering classes and parties in clients' homes, she eventually rented a dedicated space to accommodate growing demand, especially during Vermont's colder months.2025-03-1051 min

The Profitable Play Podcast323: 10 Things I'd Do If I Needed To Book More Birthday Parties NOWFREE Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/birthdaychallengeBLOG for this Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/increase-birthday-party-bookingsIf you're an indoor playground owner looking to increase party bookings, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help fill up your calendar. Birthday parties are one of the most profitable revenue streams in your business, but if bookings are slower than you'd like, don't panic! In this episode, I walk through 10 things I would do right now, next month, and over the next quarter to boost party...2025-02-1746 min

The Profitable Play Podcast321: Recorded Coaching Call With Stem Spot Owner AshimaSimplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice (WellnessLiving): https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyI am excited to bring you another recording coaching call with a very-soon-to-be indoor playground owner!Today we are speaking with Ashima who is located in the Boston area and recently signed her lease to open a business called Stem Spot, which you can hear more about in Ashima's own words if you tune in.Ashima is finalizing all of her pre-opening details and so in this call we focus...2025-01-271h 07

The Profitable Play Podcast320: 16 Sweet Valentine's Day Ideas For Your Indoor Play SpaceIn this episode, I'm sharing 16 creative and profitable ways play cafe owners can celebrate Valentine’s Day while uplifting their customer base. From Mom "speed dating" to parent-child craft workshops and “Date Night Drop-Off” services to themed play dates, these ideas are designed to boost revenue and strengthen community connections. Tune in for actionable tips to make this Valentine’s Day a memorable and rewarding one for your business and your customers!Read this information on the blog and see picture examples: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/valentines-dayResources Mentione...2025-01-2032 min

The Profitable Play Podcast318: 8 Trend Predictions For The Indoor Play Industry in 2025My annual TRENDS prediction episode is here! From custom gross-motor structures to more classes and online offerings, I am detailing what I expect more businesses will (or should!) do in 2025.Thanks to ALUVII for sponsoring this episode! Book a free demo and get our exclusive discount when you use this link: https://aluvii.com/play-cafe-academy2024 Trend Predictions: https://bit.ly/4j3Q8532023 Trend Predictions: https://bit.ly/4a9bJoH2022 Trend Predictions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BG02UbNRciQ&t=13s 2025-01-0745 min

The Profitable Play Podcast316: 6 Proven Tips to Boost Last-Minute Holiday Sales for Your Indoor PlaygroundSchedule an Aluvii Demo: aluvii.com/play-cafe-academyRead this episode's blog article: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/last-minute-holiday-tipsOTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDGetting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZUWhat's Working 2025 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQASPlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDFund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbzCourses & Consulting...2024-12-1325 min

The Profitable Play Podcast309: Navigating Year One in Business With Playgrounds Cafe Owner Mackenzie TysonIn this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of opening a brick-and-mortar play cafe with Mackenzie Tyson, owner of Playgrounds Play Cafe in Ohio. Mackenzie shares her experiences from the first seven months, including the hurdles of launching a business, unexpected expenses, and slower-than-expected bookings. We discuss the importance of pivoting and optimizing your business model, especially focusing on improving party and membership offerings for increased revenue.Tune in as Mackenzie opens up about her vision for Playgrounds Play Cafe and the reality of managing a new business. We also explore...2024-10-211h 05

The Profitable Play Podcast308: How Indoor Playground Owners Can Get Sponsorships from Local (And Non-Local!) BusinessesTwo of the biggest roadblocks we face as indoor playground and play cafe owners are funding and sustaining cash flow- right? We need the money to get our business started and launched successfully and we need a constant flow of money to keep our business running.And one tactic to help overcome either or both of these roadblocks that I feel is pretty underutilized is B2B sales in the form of business sponsorships. In this episode I break down exactly what I mean by "business sponsorships", give you T...2024-10-1454 min

The Profitable Play Podcast306: Enhancing Accessibility in Your Playground: Insights from Inclusion Specialist and Advocate Kayla CoburnIn this essential episode of the Profitable Play podcast, host Michele Caruana sits down with Kayla Coburn, Inclusion Specialist and Educational Consultant and the owner of Inclusion Starts Now, to explore how indoor playground owners can make their spaces more accessible for all children. Kayla shares her expertise on creating inclusive environments that cater to diverse needs, ensuring every child can enjoy and benefit from the play experience. She offers actionable tips on modifying layouts, choosing adaptive equipment, and training staff to be more aware and supportive of inclusion efforts. Join us as we...2024-09-3051 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(BONUS- TODAY ONLY!) Get The Dose Of Motivation YOU Need from My Mentor AmyJoin The Bootcamp: https://www.michelecaruana.com/bootcampEpisode With Heather: https://bit.ly/3Z1lsKiJoin Amy, myself, and thousands of other aspiring & experienced course creators for this $47 bootcamp-- doors close TOMORROW!Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF WellnessLiving: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy 2024-09-1028 min

The Profitable Play Podcast303: A Real Look Inside The Life of An Indoor Playground Owner with Alyssa FoxIn this episode, host Michele Caruana sits down with Alyssa Fox, owner of Wiggle and Play in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Alyssa shares her journey of transitioning to a larger space for her indoor playground business, discussing the launch process, funding, and overcoming unexpected roadblocks. Learn about the various revenue streams that sustain her business, her hiring philosophies, and her hands-on approach to management. Whether you're an established indoor playground owner or considering entering the industry, Alyssa's insights and advice are invaluable.Highlights:Transition to a larger space: Challenges and triumphsDetailed look into the build-out...2024-09-0955 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(BONUS) How to Turn Your Knowledge Into A Digital Course That Can Generate REAL Income (Even As A Side Hustle!) With Amy PorterfieldRegister For The Course Creation Bootcamp (and unlock my bonus training): www.michelecaruana.com/bootcampFREE Guide to creating digital classes or products: https://bit.ly/3Mfg7aCLearn About Heather's Course Story & Her Kindergarten Readiness Program: https://bit.ly/3Z1lsKiHow "Play" Coach Juliana Took Her Skills Online, Increased Her Impact, Retired Her Spouse, and Designed Her DREAM Business: https://bit.ly/3APttrpLaunching, Growing, and Scaling an Intentional Indoor Playground Business With Christine Hernandez: https://bit...2024-08-2847 min

The Profitable Play Podcast301: My BEST Tips And Strategies (That Almost NO ONE Takes Or Implements!) Part 2FREE Guide to creating digital classes or products: https://bit.ly/3Mfg7aCGet 50% Off WellnessLiving (My POS System of Choice): https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyTo celebrate my milestone of reaching 300 Profitable Play Podcast episodes-- I did something a little different.I dedicated my 300th episode (and 301st episode!) to rounding up some of (what I consider to be) my BEST pieces of advice, that (and here's the catch)-- almost NO ONE takes or implements.For links to all videos...2024-08-2650 min

The Profitable Play Podcast299: Recorded Coaching Call with Katie from Adventure Brews Play Haven That Highlights Using a MOBILE Business as a Pre-Launch Runway!In this episode, Michele Caruana chats with Katie from Adventure Brews Play Haven, a mobile business offering classes and activities as she prepares for a brick-and-mortar location. They discuss the advantages of starting as a mobile business to build revenue and a customer base, delve into effective crowdfunding strategies, and explore ways to secure business sponsorships. Michele provides tailored advice on key pre-opening steps, such as planning and preparation before signing a lease. Tune in to hear Katie's questions and Michele's insights, and discover actionable tips for engaging your market and generating income before opening a physical space.2024-08-121h 15

The Profitable Play Podcast298: How To Add COWORKING As A Revenue Stream In Your Indoor Playground BusinessBlog for this episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/add-coworking-to-your-indoor-playgroundFREE Wellness Living Demo With 50% Discount: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyIn this episode I am SO excited to talk about one of the HOTTEST trends in the indoor playground industry right now– and that is adding COWORKING options to your space.In the evolving landscape of work and childcare needs, indoor playgrounds have a unique opportunity to diversify their offerings and tap into a growing market need by incorporating coworking services to their facilities.2024-08-0544 min

The Profitable Play Podcast296: How to Amplify Your Mission By Transforming Your Playground's Story into a Children's Book with Jody DyerWellness Living FREE Demo + 50% Discount: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyIn this inspiring episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jody Dyer, the visionary owner of Crippled Beagle Publishing. Jody reveals the secrets behind transforming your indoor playground mission into a captivating children's book. Drawing from her own experience as a writing coach and author, Jody provides step-by-step guidance on writing, publishing, and marketing a book. Learn how storytelling can amplify your brand, extend your reach, and create a lasting impact in your community. Don't miss this episode filled with practical tips, creative inspiration, and...2024-07-2254 min

The Profitable Play Podcast294: 14 Things I LOVED About The New-And-Improved Friendship Fortress Indoor Playground FacilityBLOG for this episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/14-things-i-loved-about-this-play-cafe-businessYouTube Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKtCgkmvI5I&t=296sPre-Vacation Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/prevacationplaylistFree A.I. Training: https://www.michelecaruana.com/using-ai-for-your-play-cafe-businessCafe Kiosk Ordering: https://bit.ly/3QPEUViOTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDGetting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZUWhat's Working 2024 Guide: http://bit...2024-07-0829 min

The Profitable Play Podcast291: Recording Coaching Call With Play Cafe Owner Jessica From Little Hart's Play Cafe in IndianaFREE "Hire Your Kids" Guide: https://bit.ly/hireyourkidsguide"Hire Your Kids" FULL Toolkit (Step-By-Step): https://bit.ly/hiringkidstoolkit Indoor playground owner business coaching call with Little Harts Play Cafe owner Jessica!In today's episode, you get to listen in on a recorded coaching call with indoor playground owner Jessica who will be opening Little Harts Play Cafe later this year.In this conversation, we discuss...... Potential layout solutions for a 3,000 square foot space... Combining two smaller spaces i...2024-06-171h 10

The Profitable Play Podcast288: How To Save Money On Your Facebook And Instagram Ads (Part 2/2)Book More Birthdays with Ads Course: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAIBLOG For This Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/save-money-on-adsToday we're diving into PART 2 of one of my favorite topics: marketing your indoor playground or play cafe business while saving money.Facebook and Instagram Ads can be powerful tools for scaling your indoor playground business, but they often feel confusing and costly for beginners.While quick-launch ads and boosted posts are tempting, they often lack real ROI.2024-05-2725 min

The Profitable Play Podcast286: How To Save Money On Your Facebook And Instagram Ads (Part 1/2)Book More Birthdays with Ads Course: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAIBLOG For This Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/save-money-on-adsToday we're diving into one of my favorite topics: marketing your indoor playground or play cafe business while saving money.Facebook and Instagram Ads can be powerful tools for scaling your indoor playground business, but they often feel confusing and costly for beginners.While quick-launch ads and boosted posts are tempting, they often lack real ROI....2024-05-1341 min

The Profitable Play Podcast284: 5 Questions To Ask Yourself To Reclaim Your Focus and Purpose as a Business Owner BEFORE Q2 is OverSince we are ALREADY nearing the halfway point of the year, today I want you to ask yourself a couple of questions (5 to be exact!) that I have gotten in the habit of asking MYSELF if I’m feeling a little distracted or unmoored in my work or personal life, because it always brings my goals and perspective back into focus.If you prefer to read this content: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/questions-to-ask-to-reclaim-focusResources Mentioned:Kid's Night Out Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7OC...2024-04-2934 min

The Profitable Play Podcast282: Recorded Coaching Call With Indoor Playground Owners Kaylinn and Jeremy From Monkey Around Play CafeIn today's episode of the Profitable Play Podcast, you get to listen in on a recorded coaching call with indoor playground owners Kaylinn and Jeremy who own Monkey Around play space in Billings, Montana. This conversation is unique for a few reasons. First, Kaylinn and Jeremy purchased their business from it's existing owners (two locations) and are currently navigating the process of revitalizing the business with fresh energy and ideas. They also, unfortunately, suffered a near total-loss fire at one of their locations recently. This has caused them to move to a pop-up/ temporary location until they can rebuild.2024-04-151h 00

The Profitable Play Podcast281: Timed Open-Play Sessions Vs. Drop-In Play: Which Is Right For YOUR Indoor Playground Business?In today's episode of the Profitable Play Podcast, we'll explore the pros and cons of timed play sessions and open all-day access for indoor playgrounds and play cafe businesses. While timed play sessions offer a structured environment and (sometimes!) more predictable revenue, they may limit flexibility and customer satisfaction. Open all-day access provides increased flexibility and continuous revenue but comes with challenges such as overcrowding and staffing issues. Choose the model that aligns with your business goals, customer preferences, and operational capabilities, and even consider a hybrid approach for added adaptability!READ this content...2024-04-0836 min

The Profitable Play Podcast280: From Quiz to Conversion: How Quizzes Can Drive Sales for Indoor Playground Businesses With Lindsay RobertsIn this episode, Lindsay Roberts of Fem Frontier dives into the strategy of using fun and simple quizzes to build and segment email lists (and entire customer bases!) specifcally for indoor playground owners. She highlights the importance of creating engaging quizzes, promoting participation, and segmenting lists for highly-personalized, targeted marketing. Lindsay shares practical tips and best practices to empower you to leverage QUIZZES for (automated!) business growth. Try Interact (Our Recommended QUIZ Software): https://bit.ly/43DFKtG Lindsay's Quiz: https://www.femfrontier.com/take-quiz Lindsay's Website: www.femfrontier.com 2024-04-0151 min

The Profitable Play Podcast279: Texting Trends: Modern SMS Marketing Techniques for Indoor Playgrounds14-Day SMS Marketing Trial: https://www.salesmessage.com/?fp_ref=nzfbw OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD What's Working 2024 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www...2024-03-2542 min

High Conversion Health MarketerAchieving Success in the Wellness Tech IndustryStarting a new role as VP of Marketing for WellnessLiving, Nadia Milani knew she needed a solid strategy to 'prove herself' in 90 days. In this impactful interview, Nadia tells how she crafted 30-60-90 day blueprint for her new role - plus the ways effective leadership, quick wins, and fostering trust all played major roles. This episode is a goldmine for anyone looking to refine their leadership skills, strategically navigate career transitions, or simply seeking inspiration to lead with authenticity and purpose.Follow Nadia on LinkedIn*****Ready to up-level your video conferences? Check...2024-03-1935 min

The Profitable Play Podcast278: Hosting A Successful (And Profitable!) Mother's Day Vendor Event At Your Brick and MortarHosting vendor shopping events at your indoor play space can be a great way for a quick cash boost AND to begin building a relationship with other local businesses owners and makers. However, the success of your first event is CRITICAL when it comes to enticing shoppers and booking vendors for any future subsequent events. So ensure you don't make these very common mistakes (many of which I have lived and learned from myself!) so you can create a smashingly successful Mother's Day event for your customers, your vendors, and your own indoor playground business. 2024-03-1828 min

The Profitable Play Podcast277: Your Perfect Pre-Launch Marketing Plan For Your Indoor Playground Business (From Daydream to Opening Day!)Here's your pre-marketing checklist PDF: https://www.michelecaruana.com/marketingchecklist Even if your business is already open, this episode of the Profitable Play Podcast hosted by Michele Caruana will discuss pre-launch marketing strategies that will help you... -launch a new service or revenue stream -open a second location with success -announce new opportunities like licensing or franchising And more! When it comes down to it, launching something new can be both exhilarating and a tad overwhelming, especially when...2024-03-1143 min

The Profitable Play Podcast276: Recorded Coaching Call With Indoor Playground Owner Leena From The Little Play AvenueI was asked recently to bring back recorded one-on-one coaching calls with Play Maker Society members, so today I am VERY excited to be doing exactly that!A few weeks back I reached out inside of my Play Maker Society group and asked for volunteers who agreed to be recorded for the podcast and YouTube channel, and I am SO excited to bring you the first of those today!Other recorded coaching calls: https://bit.ly/49D8zZ5The Little Play Avenue Website: https://thelittleplayavenue.com/2024-03-0459 min

The Profitable Play Podcast275: How To Create a Compelling Brand Story That Works As A Lead Machine For Your BusinessHow to tell your brand story on social media and on your website with Mariana Henninger from Brand Magnetic! Oftentimes when I am researching other indoor playground businesses, I find that ONE thing is sorely lacking from many websites and social media channels-- And that is a captivating and intentional BRAND story. Now I know you may be watching and thinking, I don’t want to put my personal business out there- I prefer to be behind the scenes. And that is absolutely OK. You...2024-02-2656 min

The Profitable Play Podcast274: Interviewing Indoor Playground Owner COUPLES!Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/iFtbdMJ09Cw Interviewing play cafe owner couples and asking the tough questions for Valentines Day! In this video, I am interviewing the owners of Natural Nest Play Cafe and Busy Bee Play Cafe and asking them questions like... What is it like to own a business with your spouse? What has been most challenging thus far? What have you learned about each other along the way? What advice would you give to prosp...2024-02-1933 min

The Profitable Play Podcast273: Adding A Play-Based Discovery School To Your Indoor Playground With Project Play Owner Alera Owens!Join host Michele Caruana as she welcomes Project Play Museum owner Alera Ownens! In this conversation, Alera is going to pull back the curtain on her amazingly successful business by sharing insights into things like How she launched her business and where she found design inspiration and what that process looked like Why she decided from the jump to have a discovery school as one of her revenue streams Exactly what her discovery school program looks like and how it has evolved over time How she continues to promote her fully booked-out school by forming relationships with her...2024-02-1455 min

The Profitable Play Podcast272: 8 Steps To A Successful Founding Member Launch (Even If You ALREADY Sell Memberships)Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD The Time We Had To Ban A Customer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPtJtRaHyEE&t=558s Mini Course Library: https://www.michelecaruana.com/mini-course-library-play-cafe-academy RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz 2024-02-1234 min

The Profitable Play Podcast271: How Former Teacher Heather O'Donnell Creates Impact and INCOME Beyond The Classroom With Digital ProductsWant to add digital products to your indoor playground business OR use them to fund your brick and mortar location? This is the episode for you! Heather O'Donnell is the owner & founder of Kindergarten Ready Skills, where she helps preschool moms prepare their kids for kindergarten and the owner & founder of Teacher Biz, where she helps teachers build profitable, enjoyable online businesses of their own. As a former kindergarten teacher, Heather is passionate about helping teachers use their teacher skills to make an impact and an income beyond the...2024-02-0756 min

The Profitable Play Podcast270: 6 Key Things To Remember If You're Running Your Own Facebook and Instagram AdsRESOURCES MENTIONED: Book More Birthdays With Ads Course for Indoor Playgrounds: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Evergreen Ads Episode: https://bit.ly/45fO8PP Ads Tutorials on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3UiUZFy OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC 2024-02-0532 min

The Profitable Play Podcast269: Practical Meal Planning Tips For Busy Owners To Save Time While Still Eating Healthy with Verona AngolMeal prep and planning tips for busy entrepreneurs and business owners! In this episode, we have special guest Verona Angol, the host of the "Lose Weight with Meal Planning" podcast. Verona is joining us to share expert insights on meal prep strategies tailored specifically for busy entrepreneurs and indoor playground owners. Are you constantly on the go, juggling work, family, and the demands of running an indoor playground business? 🏢👩‍💼 Are you looking for practical tips and time-saving meal prep ideas to keep you energized throughout the day? 🍱🕒 In this episode, we've got yo...2024-01-3149 min

The Profitable Play Podcast268: Should Indoor Playgrounds Open EARLIER? My Take On The Subject And The SECRET To Affording ItWeb Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services Why Memberships are Crucial: https://bit.ly/44nGkKV Interview With Heather From Play Date LLC: https://bit.ly/3S81GYm Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund...2024-01-2632 min

The Profitable Play Podcast267: Refresh Your Indoor Playground And Enhance Your Branding This New Year With An Impactful MuralAbout Mural / Adrienne Scanlan's Links: Website: www.aboutmurals.ca Coupon Code: playcafeacademy (40% Off In-Stock Murals) Blog Post: https://aboutmurals.ca/blog/indoor-playground-wallpaper-murals/ YouTube (@aboutmurals): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-9dlAULFa8nXLrjK2n8_Q Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/aboutmurals/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aboutmurals Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/about_murals BLOG CHECKLIST: www.michelecaruana.com/blogchecklist OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Get...2024-01-2448 min

The Profitable Play Podcast266: 7 Ways Indoor Playgrounds Can Effectively Communicate Closures to CustomersETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Webs...2024-01-2221 min

The Profitable Play Podcast265: When To Expand Your Team And How To Keep Them Truly IGNITED With Expert Amy PearlWork Ignited Website: https://www.workignited.com/ Amy's “20 Ways to Keep Calm and Carry On”: https://www.workignited.com/keepcalm Lead United Program (Use Code LEAD For 20% Off!) Before February 8, 2024: https://www.workignited.com/lead-ignited FREE FUNDING MASTERCLASS January 17, 2024 at 12pm ET: https://www.michelecaruana.com/playground-business-funding-2024 RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http...2024-01-1753 min

The Profitable Play Podcast264: My 6-Step Plan To Pay Off $18k Worth Of Business Debt in 6 MonthsYes, you read that right! Due to a billing oversight, I was forced to put together a specific plan to overcome $18,000 in debt by changing my marketing strategy, imposing a spending hault, and more! If you ever find yourself in significant business debt, you're NOT alone and there IS a way out! FREE FUNDING MASTERCLASS January 17, 2024 at 12pm ET: https://www.michelecaruana.com/playground-business-funding-2024 RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www...2024-01-1528 min

The Profitable Play Podcast263: How to Open An "Unstaffed" Indoor Playground With a Keypad Entry With Heather GauthierHear why owner Heather Gauthier decided to create her indoor playground in a way that allows parents to access the play space using a keypad pin entry! In this conversation, we discuss... What inspired Heather to open this unique indoor playground business concept What systems she uses to make her play space happen logistically How parents gain access to the indoor playground via a keypad pin entry Some challenges she has faced thus far with this system What other revenue streams Play Date is focused on What play space owner Heather hopes to...2024-01-1044 min

The Profitable Play Podcast262: 6 Tips To Sell MORE Summer Camps In 2024Web Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Webs...2024-01-0819 min

The Profitable Play Podcast261: How To Effectively Cater To The Homeschooling Community With Elan PageIn this episode, guest expert Elan Page from the Homeschool Our Way Podcast lifts the veil a bit for those of us who are NOT a part of the homeschooling community and she is going to cover things like… What she looks for in a play space The most important things you need to stand out to homeschooling families as a play space What types of programming and classes she’s looking for Where we as business owners can reach and market to homeschooling families in a NON icky way What types of resources she’s looking for to enh...2024-01-0345 min

The Profitable Play Podcast260: My Year Of NO Versus My Year Of YES (And How To Decide Which YOU Need in 2024)FREE FUNDING MASTERCLASS January 17, 2024 at 12pm ET: https://www.michelecaruana.com/playground-business-funding-2024 RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK...2024-01-0242 min

The Profitable Play Podcast259: How To Bring a TOY Product To Market AND Work With Independent Toy Creators As a Play Space Owner With Azhelle WadeIn this episode, Azhelle Wade AKA "The Toy Coach" is bringing us her step-by-step system for launching a toy product as an independent business or as a revenue stream for your play space! She will also discuss her industry insight regarding how we as play space owners can curate an intentional retail section with a focus on independent toy creators to both increase sales and better our customer experience. Azhelle's Website: https://www.thetoycoach.com Azhelle's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheToyCoach Azhelle's Podcast: https://www.thetoycoach.com/podcast 2023-12-2046 min

The Profitable Play Podcast258: 10 "Trend" Predictions for The Indoor Play Industry for 2024!Indoor playground businesses: what's coming in 2024! YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3eLbOsmFBs This is my 5th annual prediction video! I am really looking forward to what's coming in the indoor play space industry including more COLOR, more accessibility and inclusivity, and more DIFFERENTIATION! It seems like play spaces are popping up left and right- so let's talk about what it's going to take to be successful as an indoor playground business in 2024 and beyond!Play Cafe...2023-12-1829 min

The Profitable Play Podcast257: Creating a Waldorf Inspired Play Space With Expert Jennifer Buzzotta of Alchemy KidsCreating a Waldorf inspired play cafe with 20+ year Waldorf expert Jennifer Buzzotta, founder of The Alchemy Kids! Jennifer's IG: https://www.instagram.com/alchemykids/ Jennifer's Website: https://www.thealchemykids.com/ Jennifer's Resources: https://linktr.ee/alchemykids Jennifer holds a Master’s in Waldorf Education, alongside Waldorf Teacher Certification. She also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and has received specialized training in Waldorf Handwork for Kindergarten and First Grade, Creative Discipline, Inclusion and Belonging and Supporting the Development of Self-Regulation in the Growing Child. ...2023-12-1349 min

The Profitable Play Podcast256: A Realistic End-of-Year Checklist for Your Indoor Playground BusinessBLOG for this episode with links: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/indoor-playground-year-end-checklist Web Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC 2023-12-1125 min

The Profitable Play Podcast255: How To Hire Your Kids And Set Up Their Financial Future + Enjoy Various Tax Benefits As A Business Owner With Expert Jamie TrullHow to hire your kids in your local business, beginning as young as babies and toddlers! Jamie's FREE "Hire Your Kids" Guide: https://bit.ly/hireyourkidsguide Jamie's "Hire Your Kids" FULL Toolkit (Step-By-Step): https://bit.ly/hiringkidstoolkit In this insightful video, CPA and Profit Strategist Jamie Trull shares valuable guidance on how to ethically and legally hire YOUR young children in your local business. Discover how to create a win-win situation that doesn't exploit your children, sets up their financial future, and brings tax benefits for both you...2023-12-0740 min

The Profitable Play Podcast254: Holiday Sale Recap & Why LESS Cash Now Can Be BETTER Than MORE Cash LaterWeb Design Services- Book A Free Call: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK...2023-12-0628 min

The Profitable Play Podcast253: 250 New Members, $30k Monthly: The Growth Strategy That Transformed Lindsay's Indoor Playground's Revenue and ImpactSpirited Play Labs Website: https://spiritedplaylabs.com/ Spirited Play Labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritedplaylabs/ Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI 2023-11-291h 02

The Profitable Play Podcast252: 4 Creative Balloon Offers You May Not Have Thought Of (YET!)Checklist for this Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/balloons Web Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37...2023-11-2734 min

The Profitable Play Podcast251: Why I'm So Grateful For My Indoor Playground Ownership Journey (Including The Good, The Bad, and The UGLY!)Watch me record this episode from behind-the-scenes: https://youtu.be/LcWIvS4mIaY ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37...2023-11-2222 min

The Profitable Play Podcast250: Your Blueprint For Stress-Free, Insightful, and Productive Year-End Employee Reviews For Your Indoor Playground BusinessBlog for this Episode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/how-to-conduct-employee-reviews OTHER RESOURCES: Web Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC 2023-11-2032 min

The Profitable Play PodcastBONUS: 3 Personal Development Books I Loved This Year and 5 More I Plan To Read in 2024My BUSINESS Book Recommendations: https://bit.ly/3R4RKzG Recommendations From This Episode: The Courage To Be Disliked: https://a.co/d/buDUa07 Alcohol Lied To Me: https://a.co/d/9GHNHco Two Weeks Notice: https://a.co/d/cWSWTgL Mindset: https://a.co/d/d38801w ReWork: https://a.co/d/3D2r1X0 The Go Giver: https://a.co/d/3kagWTk It's Not About The Coffee: https://a.co/d/8ieawn8 If You're In My Office...2023-11-1711 min

The Profitable Play Podcast249: The Indoor Playground Owners' 2023 Holiday Gift Wish ListBlog For This Epsiode (With Links!): https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/indoor-playground-owner-gift-guide-2023 Web Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37...2023-11-1632 min

The Profitable Play Podcast248: 16 MUST-HAVE Details To Include In Your Customer Contract Or Membership AgreementBlog For This Epsiode: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/indoor-playground-contracts ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD The Time We Banned A Customer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPtJtRaHyEE&t=546s OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD 2023-11-1335 min

The Profitable Play Podcast247: 12 Ways To Make Extra Cash (Or Give Back To Your Customers and Community!) With Your Excess Party Favors and Event SuppliesPlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD OTHER RESOURCES: Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly...2023-11-0931 min

The Profitable Play Podcast246: 6 Tips For Maximizing The Space Inside Your Indoor Playground BusinessWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-aB_TGzjUc Get Visuals on The Blog: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/planning-a-small-play-cafe-or-indoor-playground-business Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU OTHER RESOURCES: What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground...2023-11-0830 min

The Profitable Play Podcast245: 4 Tips For Increasing Your Prices (And What You Might Want To Do Instead)What's Working 2023 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Web Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE...2023-10-3023 min

The Profitable Play Podcast244: Add $1,000+ In Revenue To Your Thanksgiving Week With This Outside-The-Box StrategyWeb Design Services: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP What...2023-10-2527 min

The Profitable Play Podcast243: 3 Unique Promotion Ideas For A Boost In Black Friday/ Cyber Monday SalesBook More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge OTHER RESOURCES: Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE...2023-10-2317 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(BONUS) Why I Chose Aluvii For Party Booking (Plus Get The Latest Updates From Co-Founder Robert Brinton!)Schedule a Demo and Unlock Play Maker Pricing: https://aluvii.com/play-cafe-academy Book More Birthday Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallengePlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF WellnessLiving: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy 2023-10-2035 min

The Profitable Play Podcast242: 5 SPOOKY Mistakes Indoor Playground Owners MakeVideo for NEW Owners: https://youtu.be/YZSwxD0eEbA Episode Numbers Mentioned: High ticket and recurring revenue (115) Call forwarding software (105) Email welcome sequence (2) Evergreen Facebook ads (29) Hiring a manager (34) Hiring a virtual assistant (163) Hiring contractors (165) Hiring interns (37) Money Making tasks (114) Search Engine Marketing (241) Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge OTHER RESOURCES: Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023...2023-10-1826 min

The Profitable Play Podcast241: Building A Thriving Business WITHOUT Feeling Tied To Your Phone 24/7 With Meg CaseboltBook More Birthdays Challenge: www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge Blogging Checklist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blogchecklist The Social Slowdown Book: https://amzn.to/3ZZgrQA Love At First Search Website: https://loveatfirstsearch.com/ OTHER RESOURCES: Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC 2023-10-1651 min

The Profitable Play Podcast240: Are You Overcomplicating Your Booking Process And Losing Out On Sales?Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge OTHER RESOURCES: Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkS...2023-10-1118 min

The Profitable Play Podcast239: How To Pay Yourself As A Business Owner (Tips From An Expert)Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Empowered 2 Profit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empowered2profit/ Empowered 2 Profit Website: https://empowered2profit.com/ Empowered 2 Profit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@empoweredtoprofit OTHER RESOURCES: Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground...2023-10-0957 min

The Profitable Play Podcast238: 10 Ways Indoor Playgrounds Can Use QR Codes To Increase Sales And Better Serve CustomersBook More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge OTHER RESOURCES: Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE...2023-10-0429 min

The Profitable Play Podcast237: Growing Your Email List Without Ads With Tracy BeaversAs CEO and Founder of Tracy Beavers Coaching, Tracy has a proven track record in marketing, sales, and business growth. With 20 years experience, Tracy has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs with everything from overcoming the fear of sales to growing their business visibility through organic marketing strategies. She is a public speaker, and a published author. She has been featured on top business podcasts, and has been a regular contributor on one of her hometown’s premier tv shows. She is the creator of two online programs: “Business Visibility Made Easy” and “Be A Confident Entrepreneur”. FB Personal Profile: h...2023-09-2943 min

The Profitable Play Podcast236: Pros And Cons Of Hosting "Pay-What-You-Want" Events At Your SpaceBook More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/2023birthdaychallenge OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP Wh...2023-09-2526 min

The Profitable Play Podcast235: Leveraging Content From Local Tik Tok Creators (For LESS $)FREE DCA SNEAK PEAK (Thru 9/28 ONLY): https://bit.ly/sneakpeakdca OTHER RESOURCES: Join My Mentor's FREE Materclass THIS Week ONLY: https://bit.ly/468dq2s Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Webs...2023-09-2219 min

The Profitable Play Podcast234: Selling Your Play Space Business and Finding "What's Next?" With Haley DunkinI am so excited to bring you this conversation with Haley Dunkin, the former owner of Nido Indoor Playground in Tennessee! In this conversation, she talks all about launching her business, deciding to sell, finding a buyer, transitioning ownership, and creating the NEXT exciting chapter of her life! Follow Haley: https://www.instagram.com/the_dunkin_adventures/ Follow Nido Play Space: https://www.instagram.com/nidoplayspace/ OTHER RESOURCES: Join My Mentor's FREE Materclass THIS Week ONLY: https://bit.ly/468dq2s Play Cafe...2023-09-1833 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(BONUS) Is This What's Holding You Back Right Now?Attend My Mentor Amy's FREE Masterclass: https://bit.ly/468dq2s THIS WEEK ONLY! OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: http...2023-09-1628 min

The Profitable Play Podcast233: The Best Business (And Personal!) Advice I've Gotten LatelyWeb Design Info: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services Attend My Mentor Amy's FREE Masterclass: https://bit.ly/468dq2s OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com 2023-09-1526 min

The Profitable Play Podcast232: Launching, Growing, and Scaling an Intentional Indoor Playground Business With Christine HernandezCOURSE CREATION BOOTCAMP: https://bit.ly/3sCMSYQ As a reminder, anyone who signs up using my link will also get a free 1:1, 30 minute strategy session with me at the conclusion of the bootcamp. See you there! Interview With Christine: https://youtu.be/LVu-B2lVYvU Allo Saratoga Website:https://www.allotoga.com/ Allo Satatoga IG: https://www.instagram.com/allosaratoga/ OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ ...2023-09-1344 min

The Profitable Play Podcast231: Scale Your Indoor Playground Revenue Potential To The Moon With Digital Products (TIME-SENSITIVE)COURSE CREATION BOOTCAMP: https://bit.ly/3sCMSYQ As a reminder, anyone who signs up using my link will also get a free 1:1, 30 minute strategy session with me at the conclusion of the bootcamp. See you there! Interview With Christine: https://youtu.be/LVu-B2lVYvU OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3...2023-09-1132 min

The Profitable Play Podcast230: 7 Ways To Get More Email Subscribers NOW (And Why Doing So Is Critical Ahead Of The Holidays!)RESOURCES MENTIONED: Facebook Ads for Indoor Playgrounds: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAI OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3...2023-09-0833 min

The Profitable Play Podcast229: Choosing Your Play Cafe Or Play Space Brand Colors With Color Psychology Expert Michelle LewisChoosing your play cafe or indoor playground brand colors (or indoor playground business colors!) with color psychology expert Michelle Lewis! YouTube Interview: https://youtu.be/Qm_xdNd_kJk In this interesting guest-expert interview, Michelle shares... ...Mistakes many owners make when choosing colors ...How your local area impacts your BEST and most effective color scheme ...How to choose colors for different areas of your space including check-in counter, sensory-friendly areas, classrooms, play area, and more ...How to translate your brand colors to...2023-09-0637 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(REPLAY) How And Where Can We Identify "Bottlenecks" In Our Businesses That Prevent Us From Reaching Our Revenue Potential? (Episode 124 from October 2022)RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Facebook & IG Ads Course: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC ...2023-09-0124 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(REPLAY) The Two Revenue Types To Focus On For Success (Episode 115 from September 2022)Next Episode In This Series: https://bit.ly/45xiHQW Buy Clockwork on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3DTtlXo Play Cafe Academy: www.michelecaruana.com/playcafeacademy Current Owners- Apply To Play Maker Society: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-maker-society-application-page YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playcafeacademy What's Working 2022 Guide: www.michelecaruana.com/whatsworking Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: instagram.com/itsmichelecaruana/ Michele’s Website: www.michelecaruana.com Book More Birthdays 5-Day Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/freebirthdaychallenge 2023-08-3024 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(REPLAY) Money Making Tasks vs. Maintenance Tasks and DOING vs. Designing (Episode 114 from February 2022)Buy Clockwork on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3DTtlXo Play Cafe Academy: www.michelecaruana.com/playcafeacademy Current Owners- Apply To Play Maker Society: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-maker-society-application-page YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playcafeacademy What's Working 2022 Guide: www.michelecaruana.com/whatsworking Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: instagram.com/itsmichelecaruana/ Michele’s Website: www.michelecaruana.com Book More Birthdays 5-Day Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/freebirthdaychallengePlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7...2023-08-2828 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(REPLAY) Stay Organized And On Top Of Your Tasks With Asana (A FREE Tool!)Get Asana: www.Asana.com YouTube Tutorial: https://youtu.be/k0xUSDysSmc RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Facebook & IG Ads Course: https://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Current Owners Membership Application: http://bit.ly/3kQsNtQ Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz ...2023-08-2709 min

The Profitable Play Podcast(REPLAY) Evergreen Facebook Ads For Your Indoor Playground Business (Episode 31 from March 2022)Part 1 of this Series: https://bit.ly/45fO8PP Part 2 of this Series: https://bit.ly/45zaKul EPISODE LINKS: Facebook Ad YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicheleCaruana Book More Birthdays Paid Course: https://www.michelecaruana.com/bookmorebirthdayswithads Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: instagram.com/itsmichelecaruana/ Michele’s Website: www.michelecaruana.com Follow on YouTube: youtube.com/playcafeacademy Play Cafe Academy: www.michelecaruana.com/playcafeacademyPlay Cafe Acad...2023-08-2522 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 10 - Tim Lyons, Founder and CEO of ProFit Marketing Solutions and Pulse Fitness Training FacilityIn Episode 10 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini get to spend some time with Tim Lyons who is the founder and CEO of ProFit Marketing Solutions and Pulse Fitness Training Facility (est. 2008). Tim has spent the last 13+ years as a gym owner and operator so he knows firsthand the challenges of gym ownership and understands the need for results-driven fitness business coaching solutions. Through ProFit, Tim has devised business strategies and has helped thousands of fitness professionals learn how to successfully market their products and services with the goal of more prof...2023-07-0730 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 9 - Bryan K. O’Rourke, CEO Advisor, Deal Maker, Investor and Expert in Technology TrendsIn Episode 9 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini get to chat with Bryan O’Rourke who is an experienced CEO, strategist, investor, board member and advisor. With a track record of growing brands, his present focus is on healthy lifestyle, technology, innovation, and business development. He speaks to the changing landscape of how trends impact our focus with technology such as automation and AI. Bryan is also President of the non-profit Fitness Industry Technology Council, driving innovation and collaboration in the fitness space and he shares some insight on trends such as hea...2023-06-0631 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 8 - Mel Tempest, Group Fitness Advisor for Studios, Clubs and FranchisesIn Episode 8 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini connect with Mel Tempest who is not only a long-time gym owner of a large facility in Australia, but CEO and Founder at Ignite Fitness Business Events, and host of The Gym Owners Fitness Business Podcast and The Women’s Leaders Fitness Business Podcast. Mel is a sought after speaker and works with clubs to create unique niches through innovative programming, tech and operational strategies. She has some insightful experience as a pillar in the fitness community and her leadership and perspective on how to...2023-04-1835 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 7 - Bill Parisi, Founder, CEO of Parisi Training Systems Inc.In Episode 7 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini speak with Bill Parisi who is internationally recognized for his expertise in sports performance training. Bill’s decades of experience have afforded him the opportunity to work with organizations such as the NFL, Nike, Reebok, NSCA and the ACSM to name a few. He is also a renowned speaker and author. Bill shares a bit about his secrets to longevity in the business as a coach, educator and business owner. He has some tried and tested strategies to help gym owners capitalize on the sp...2023-03-2939 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 6 - Eric Posner, Co-founder, CEO at Swerve FitnessIn Episode 6 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini chat with Co-founder and CEO of SWERVE Fitness, Eric Posner. This Harvard grad and Equity Sales Trader turned fitness entrepreneur so he could devote his time to sharing his passion for fitness with the world. Through relentless hard work, drive, ambition, and an unwavering belief in the power of fitness, Eric built his brand Swerve. He shares some of his challenges and missteps and how those experiences helped shape the successful entrepreneur he is today.2023-03-0935 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 5 - Nina Israel, Money Mentor and Business Coach ExpertIn Episode 5 of Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast—powered by WellnessLiving —hosts Chris & Steve Cristini get down to the nitty gritty of your finances with money mentor and business coach expert, Nina Israel. Nina has worked with hundreds of fitness business owners to help them gain financial clarity and develop financial wellness strategies. She is deeply dedicated to financial education and uses a holistic approach to help business owners empower themselves by gaining a new confidence when it comes to their numbers. She created a course called Strength in Numbers and shares some tips and insights on how to show...2023-02-2828 min

HALO Talks: Elevating WellnessLeveling Up with Len Fridman | WellnessLiving - Software with a Heart for the HALO Sector.Len Fridman was laid off from his corporate job in 2009 after nearly a decade, and upon doing a bit of soul searching, he decided to pursue his passion for fitness instead of continuing on in "corporate life." He started a small boot camp business in a local park which quickly went on to become the most successful outdoor program in Canada in multiple cities. Eventually, a need/business frustration presented itself on the software side, which then led him to his Co-Founder Sasha Davids, who promptly jumped onboard. They started out small but have now scaled to...2023-02-0625 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 4 – Beth Bishop, Founder of The Phoenix EffectIn Episode 4 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini mix it up with mindset coach Beth Bishop. Bishop has years of experience in helping fit professionals master their mindsets and business processes to achieve more joy. Beth explores the top 5 obstacles that gym owners face and shares how you can shift from feeling overwhelmed and move into an optimal mindset so that you can harness your leadership skills and find success. Beth has personal experience in the journey of a fit biz owner, as the founder and operator of her own facility, The P...2022-12-0434 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 3 – Kory Angelin, Author and InfluencerIn Episode 3 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini sit down with award-winning fitness business executive, coach and 2x published author, Kory Angelin. Kory is a long-standing expert in the fitness industry and has contributed to the growth and success of several top-shelf fitness brands. He now oversees the sales and revenue for The DripBar, a unique I.V. Vitamin Therapy franchise. He shares some best practices and offers some insight on skills needed to be successful in sales and member retention. Powered by WellnessLiving www.fitness...2022-12-0429 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 2 – Emre Ozgur, Founder and CEO of Safe SweatIn Episode 2 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini chat with Founder and CEO, Emre Ozgur. Ozgur’s experience in competitive sports combined with his leadership time in organizations like Crunch Canada helped fuel his fire to start his own revolutionary boutique fitness brand called Safe Sweat. Ozgur took the leap into this unique approach to personal fitness, hard on the heals of COVID. Listen as he shares how he got the courage and conviction to develop the brand and hear about some of the best lessons he gleaned from his decades in the...2022-12-0443 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastEpisode 1 – Jeff Larsh, Co-Founder of Greenlight Personal TrainingIn Episode 1 of the Fitness Business Insider Magazine podcast — powered by WellnessLiving — hosts Chris & Steve Cristini speak with Jeff Larsh, Co-Founder of Greenlight Personal Training, to get his take on the franchise model. Larsh is a long-time veteran in the CrossFit and functional training space and as a coach, gym owner, and founder, his journey is packed with lessons learned and golden rules. Listen as he shares on how to stand out in the Personal Training space, how to differentiate your franchise model from competitors, and some pros and cons of venturing into franchising. Powered by Well...2022-12-0431 min

Fitness Business Insider PodcastMeet n’ GreetWelcome to the Fitness Business Insider Podcast meet and greet. Meet our guest hosts Chris & Steve Cristini. Powered by WellnessLiving www.fitnessbusinessinsider.io 2022-12-0302 min

The Fitcarma PodcastFCM153: Conquer the Chaos: How to Solve the 5 Biggest Problems that Keep Your Business from Turning a Profit with Len & Sasha of WellnessLivingRunning a business is hard. As a creator or entrepreneur there are so many hats that you have to wear, and often a ton of different tasks that you have to manage. Amidst what can feel like controlled chaos at times, it can be extremely difficult to be able to take an objective look at your operations and determine what it is that is causing the biggest problem, what could be made easier, or optimized. That’s why in today’s episode, our guests are going to uncover the biggest problems small...2021-11-1341 min

Play Hard & Love Big Radio5 Minutes that Could Change Your Life!Nick Clark let’s you know all about the “40 Days: Purpose” virtual yoga program that starts January 17th at Spotted Dog Yoga.You can participate from anywhere in the world! link to sign up: https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/catalog-view.html?id_sale=3&k_id=257156Want MORE? Virtual Teacher Training starts Jan. 23.You can participate from anywhere in the world. Link to sign up: https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/catalog-view.html?id_sale=3&k_id=249636 2021-01-1505 min

Secrets To Their Fitness Business SuccessEp. 12 – Len Fridman – If Someone Else Has Done It, You Can Do It TooWhen Len left his corporate career as a Senior IT Manager over a decade ago, he had to make a decision to either go back to a corporate job or pursue his real passion. He decided to start his own bootcamp transforming lives through fitness. As he became more successful, Len began to train more clients, recruit new instructors, and the community expanded very quickly. He discovered some ‘secrets’ for filling his bootcamps with creative marketing campaigns so in 2012 he created a system to help other fitness businesses fill their group classes. Before he knew it, his new marketing busi...2020-01-2900 min