A five-hour drive. A state tournament. A parking lot full of parents waiting to hug their crying teenagers.
And a moment with my son that completely unraveled me.

Today’s episode isn’t just a story about soccer — it’s a story about business, resilience, support, and why you absolutely cannot build a meaningful life or business alone.

Inside, I share:
• The emotional moment that stopped me in my tracks
• Why empathy matters more than achievement
• The real reason entrepreneurs burn out (hint: isolation)
• What every business owner needs but rarely asks for
• Why masterminds and safe circles dramatically change your growth
• And how to stop white-knuckling your way through the hard seasons

If you’ve been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or like you’re carrying your business on your own shoulders… this episode is a warm blanket, a deep breath, and a gentle nudge toward the support you deserve.

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing. With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not teaching pliés or hitting publish on a podcast, Melissa coaches other brick-and-mortar business owners to become the only option in town—using smart, sustainable SEO strategies like Google Business Profile optimization, blog content, and simple marketing systems that actually work. Off the clock? You’ll find her chasing her five amazing kids, hiking her favorite trails, or getting her hands dirty in the garden.

It’s that time again—Black Friday season.
But before you start slashing prices or running last year’s promo, let’s pause.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I went from a desperate Black Friday sale in 2020 to a strategic, community-focused tradition that drives real results—without discounting my worth.

We’ll talk about:
✨ How to identify your best offers (and when not to discount)
✨ Creative ways to collaborate locally and drive visibility
✨ Building long-term loyalty instead of one-day deals

Plus, I’m re-releasing my fan-favorite “Slay Your Black Friday” episode to help you put your strategy into action.

Let’s make this year’s sale your most aligned—and profitable—yet.

It’s here – my most popular episode of the year! 🎉 Ready to map out your best weekend of 2025?

As brick-and-mortar business owners, we have an incredible opportunity to shine – especially during the Holidays. While big box stores focus on quantity, we deliver the kind of personal service they just can’t match. And if you’re the go-to spot in town because of you're excellent SEO, Black Friday becomes your moment to stand out.

In this episode, I’m diving into why I believe 2025 could be your best Black Friday yet. I’ll walk you through my proven framework, from structuring irresistible deals and pricing strategy to long-term wins and creating those magical touchpoints that turn browsers into buyers. Plus, I’m sharing key lessons I’ve learned from running this event over the past five years.

Let’s design an epic Black Friday that puts some serious jingle in your pocket and sets you up to finish 2025 on a high note. ✨

Oh, and don’t miss the free download of my exact template that added an extra $5K to my business – and how I’m using it this year for even bigger results!

Key take aways:
1. Why are you doing a Black Friday Event
2. Strategy in products and pricing
3. Who are you really competing with
4. How to make your black friday event SEO savvy
5. The timeline of your marketing efforts
6. What can you expect

Grab it here: https://www.msmelissarose.com/blackfriday

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing. With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.

When she’s not teaching pliés or hitting publish on a podcast, Melissa coaches other brick-and-mortar business owners to become the only option in town—using smart, sustainable SEO strategies like Google Business Profile optimization, blog content, and simple marketing systems that actually work. Off the clock? You’ll find her chasing her five amazing kids, hiking her favorite trails, or getting her hands dirty in the garden.

What if the reason your studio isn’t as profitable as it could be… isn’t because of enrollment or marketing—but because of a few simple accounting mistakes you don’t even know you’re making?

This week I’m joined by Paul Roch, CFO, CPA, and founder of Roch Accounting Services, who specializes in helping studio owners and fitness entrepreneurs finally pay themselves what they deserve.

In this episode, we dig into:
💸 The biggest financial mistakes studio owners make (and how to fix them)
⚖️ Why mixing personal and business accounts is more common—and costly—than you think
🎟 The surprising truth about treating gift cards and class passes as revenue
📊 How to actually calculate your true marketing costs—and why this number changes everything

Paul breaks it all down in plain English and even shares a powerful resource: his free video, “Understanding Your Fitness Business Finances.” Grab it in the show notes, then go listen—your future self will thank you.

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Email: paul@rochaccountingservices.com
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LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-roch-cpa-1b758b84/

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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business, The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing. With passion, resilience, and tenacity, she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an online dance membership.