Your Studio Podcast | Strategies for Studio Owners
Your Studio Podcast
With Chantelle Bruinsma & Michelle Hunter
Feel like you're stuck in a never-ending studio time-loop - same chaos, different costumes? You’re not alone ... and you’re in the right place.
Your Studio Podcast is your fortnightly audio breather: a real-talk space where we lift the curtain on what’s actually working in studio businesses right now. From dance to drama, yoga to woodworking - if your studio runs classes, we’ve got strategies that speak your language.
Join Studio Evolution CEO's Chantelle and Michelle as they share powerful, practical advice that’s helping studio owners around the world reclaim their time, increase profits, and build businesses that align with the life they really want.
With over a decade of experience supporting thousands of studio owners across 34+ countries, we bring insights you can trust - along with a dose of humour and a big warm hug.
🎧 Expect honest stories, mindset shifts, marketing breakthroughs, and behind-the-scenes secrets from studios just like yours.
📞 Got a question you’d love answered on air? Leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/LeaveEvolutionAVoicemail.
🎁 Want a powerful free resource to support your growth? Visit studioevolution.com/start to see what’s available right now.
So grab a cuppa, hit subscribe, and let’s create the studio (and life) you’ve always imagined.
Episodes
26 episodes
The Myth of Work-Life Balance (#MumLife Edition)
Is the pursuit of “balance” actually burning you out?In this raw and refreshingly honest episode, Chantelle and Michelle open up about the invisible load of motherhood, running a business, and the myth of having it all together. F...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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30:19
Stop Firefighting, Start Leading: The Secret To Getting Your Time Back
Feeling like you’re always putting out fires in your studio?This episode will show you how to finally get your time - and your peace of mind - back.Join Chantelle and Michelle as they unpack the real reason delegat...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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27:19
5 Hidden Costs of Free Trials (and What to Do Instead)
Are free trials costing your studio more than they’re helping?In this episode, Chantelle and Michelle reveal the 5 biggest downsides to free trials—and what to do instead if you want better retention, smoother operations, and more...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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34:58
The Dream of More Locations: What Every Studio Owner Should Know First
Dreaming of opening a second studio (or more)? You’re not alone ... and you’re not crazy.In this episode of Your Studio Podcast, Chantelle and Michelle pull back the curtain on what it really takes to expand your studio...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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29:52
Necessary Endings: Let Go To Grow
Inspired by the game-changing book Necessary Endings by Dr. Henry Cloud, this episode is your gentle permission slip (with a healthy side of giggles) to lovingly let go of what’s holding you back, so you can finally grow into what’s po...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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38:41
Solving Your Studio: Unlocking The Power of Word Of Mouth Marketing
Is your studio’s best marketing strategy quietly waiting to be unleashed?In this episode, Chantelle and Michelle dive into one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) forms of marketing: word of mouth. But not the old-school, cross-y...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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20:51
Seasons To Grow and Seasons To Slow
Business isn’t just about growth. It’s about knowing when to grow and when to slow.In this deeply honest and heartfelt episode, Michelle and Chantelle open up about the evolution of their business, and some of the most ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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32:55
Why Teaching More Could Be Costing You More
Is teaching more hours the secret to saving money in your studio? Spoiler alert: it’s not.As we welcome you in for Season 3 of Your Studio Podcast, we're breaking down one of the most common (and limiting) beliefs that could be ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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24:50
The 3 Golden Rules of Studio Pricing
Pricing. It’s one of those topics—equal parts essential and slightly terrifying. But it is one of the most talked about and exciting things to play with in our industry, because here’s the truth: your pricing can either be the biggest ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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29:31
Nourish Your No: Boundaries That Build a Thriving Business
Are you saying "yes" when you really need to say "no"?In this heartfelt episode, Chantelle and Michelle dive into a topic that strikes a chord with every studio owner: toleration.From navigating tricky team dynamics to conf...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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27:17
How To Hire A Unicorn
Ever wish you could find that unicorn team member who’s a perfect fit for your studio? You know, the one who just gets your studio, shares your values, sticks around for the long haul and makes your life that much easier? It might soun...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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32:47
The One Strategy That Could Transform Your Studio Forever
What if there was ONE THING—okay, maybe a few things—that could completely transform your studio business?In this episode of Your Studio Podcast, Chantelle and Michelle kick off the year by diving into the single most p...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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27:54
Solving Your Studio: How Studio Owners Can Finally Take A Break
You pour so much of yourself into your studio all year long—but what about you? As the holidays approach, it’s time to talk about the one thing every studio owner needs (but rarely feels they can have): a real break.In this epis...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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25:29
How To Create Unforgettable Team Retreats
What if your next team retreat could be the spark that transforms your studio?In this episode, Chantelle and Michelle open up about why team retreats aren’t just about the workshops and to-do lists—they’re about creating an environment w...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:04
Stop the Revolving Door: Why Retention Should Be Your Studio’s #1 Goal
Studio owners, it’s time to talk retention—because let’s be real, growth isn’t just about getting students in the door, it’s about keeping them. In fact, in order of priority - retention comes first!In this episode, we're gettin...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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30:17
Is Your Studio Model Sabotaging Your Success?
Are your programs working for you—or holding your studio back? Have you ever looked at your program lineup and thought, “Why is this so complicated?!”If you’re juggling an endless list of offerings, complex pricing models, and c...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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27:00
Courage at the Crossroads: Navigating Hard Decisions in Studio Ownership
Friends, get ready for the grand finale of our first season of Your Studio Podcast. Today, we're tackling one of the most hardcore aspects of running a studio—making hard decisions—with our signature blend of humour, heart, and a touch...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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30:56
BONUS! How Kathryn Raats Made $50k in 5 Days - Studio Spotlight
In this special bonus episode, we shine a warm spotlight on Kathryn Raats from Western Australia, who has transformed her music studio into a thriving success. Kathryn reveals how she cracked the code on converting her leads during our recent E...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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27:42
Solving Your Studio: Letting Go With Love, Team Culture and Your Job As Studio Leader
In another instalment of 'Solving Your Studio', this episode tackles one of the trickiest parts of running a studio—managing your team—with the perfect blend of heart, humour, and a sprinkle of tough love. From those difficult "it's not you, it...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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32:20
Your Next Five Moves: What We Got Up To At Horizon House Bali
Studio Owners, Get Ready to Level Up: Your Next Five MovesAre you dreaming of a studio that's not just surviving, but thriving? Get ready to dive deep into the world of exponential studio growth in this episode of Your Stud...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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35:34
Solving Your Studio: Lead Generation, Multi-Locations and Marketing Your Studio To Stand Out
Studio owners, let's get personal - we're Solving Your Studio! This episode is your backstage pass to the world of studio growth. We're spilling the tea on everything from lead generation and marketing magic to conquering the challenge of openi...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:19
From Solo Studio Owner to CEO: The Power of Delegation
Feeling like a hamster on a wheel? You're spinning in your studio, managing emails, scheduling sessions, and barely have time to breathe, let alone create! This week, Michelle and Chantelle are diving deep into the game-changing power of hir...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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22:43
Baby-Proofing Your Business: How To Set Up Your Studio So It Can Run Without You
Cue the Baby Coos!This week, Chantelle & Michelle are here to whisper sweet nothings about that upcoming leave for your little one (or furry friend, we don't judge!).This episode's your guide to "baby-proofing" your studio for...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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25:02
Myth Busted: Do Studio Owners Really Earn Peanuts?
Hey there, Studio Superstars! Buckle up for episode 2 where we (Chantelle and Michelle, the Studio Evolution dream team!) dive headfirst into the not-so-glamorous (but incredibly important) topic of studio profitability. Let's face it, running ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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24:03