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Aug 5, 2026 02:45pm

By Melissa Rose

Under News, Business, Marketing, Referrals & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 316: You're Waiting for Clarity... Backwards

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What if the clarity you're waiting for doesn't come before the decision...

What if it comes because of it?

In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing some of the biggest decisions of my life. From leaving for New York at 18, to walking away from a marriage, rebuilding my business after hitting rock bottom, saying yes to a dream property I had no idea how I could afford, and ultimately finding the love I had been praying for.

None of those moments came with certainty.

None came with a roadmap…

Aug 5, 2026 02:45pm

By Melissa Rose

Under News, Business, Marketing, Referrals & Sales

3 min read

Jul 27, 2026 01:51pm

By Melissa Rose

Under News, Business, Marketing, Referrals & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 315: Before your business grows... your relationships do.

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What if the next breakthrough in your business isn't another marketing strategy... but another conversation?

As entrepreneurs, it's easy to believe that growth comes from doing more, posting more, emailing more, tweaking our website, or spending another afternoon behind the computer.

But what if the very thing your business needs most isn't another hour at your desk?

In this episode, Melissa shares a powerful lesson inspired by Brian Buffini's phrase, "Take the self out of self-employed," and…

Jul 27, 2026 01:51pm

By Melissa Rose

Under News, Business, Marketing, Referrals & Sales

3 min read

Jul 6, 2025 07:40pm

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Profits, Marketing, Community, Team, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 273: From Broke to Boutique Retail Boss: A Conversation with Sarah Kowal

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In this episode of the Brick and Mortar Visibility Podcast, we’re stepping beyond the studio and into the world of boutique retail. Whether you're running a Pilates, yoga, or music studio—or any class-based business—there’s a good chance you’re also selling something on the side. From merch to gear, retail is a powerful revenue stream, and it’s time we treat it like one.

Our guest, Sarah Kowal, knows this firsthand. She went from broke to building two thriving businesses and n…

Jul 6, 2025 07:40pm

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Profits, Marketing, Community, Team, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Jun 30, 2025 09:09am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Team, Google, SEO, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 272:Boost Your Studio Business with Smart, Local SEO with Jade Pruett

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Think SEO is only for the big-budget brands? Think again.

In this episode of the Brick and Mortar Visibility Podcast, I’m joined by SEO strategist Jade Pruitt, who’s flipping the script on what local search optimization really looks like for studio owners like you.

We’re talking:

Why SEO doesn’t have to cost thousands (really)
Where to start if you’re DIY-ing it—and how to avoid the common overwhelm
How Jade helps studios dominate search results without a giant marketing b…

Jun 30, 2025 09:09am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Team, Google, SEO, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Jun 23, 2025 10:55am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Team, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

2 min read

Ep. 271: Ready to Grow? Level Up Your Studio Team with These Must-Do Moves

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Hey there, studio owner. Let’s talk about something that can make or break your business—your team.⁠

Now, if you’ve ever hired someone, handed them a task, crossed your fingers and thought, “I hope this works out…”—this episode is for you.

Because hope is not a strategy.

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the exact framework I use to onboard new team members—from teachers to admin—and how I set them up for success from day one. I’ll share how we measure growth, create momentu…

Jun 23, 2025 10:55am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Team, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

2 min read

Jun 16, 2025 06:04pm

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 270: The 90-Day Studio Owner Challenge: Are You Ready to Level UP?

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Ever feel stuck in your business—like you're showing up, doing the work, and still wondering… “Why isn’t this working?” Yeah, I’ve been there.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a challenge I gave myself: 100 days of going live. No script. No editing. Just one take, one minute, one daily nugget while walking each morning.

What started as a test turned into a transformational business habit. Not only did I grow engagement across my podcast, YouTube, and socials, but a …

Jun 16, 2025 06:04pm

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Jun 2, 2025 10:31am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Back Office, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 269: Studio Owners, This One’s for You: Cory Sterling on Reviews, Legal Docs & Freedom

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You’ve got a studio to run, a team to manage, clients to care for, and the last thing on your list? Legal documents. 😅

But here’s the thing—we all tend to think “It’s fine… until it’s not fine.”
And that’s why I brought today’s guest onto the podcast.

Cory Sterling is the go-to legal expert for studio owners. Yoga, fitness, dance—you name it. He gets our world, he speaks our language, and he’s helped thousands of business owners protect what they’ve worked so hard to build.

In this…

Jun 2, 2025 10:31am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Back Office, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

May 21, 2025 11:43am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

2 min read

Ep. 268: Studio Season Tune-Up: 5 Google Visibility Fixes to Boost Trust This Summer

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Summer might mean slower class counts and more beach days—but your Google visibility should still be working hard for you.

In this quick, actionable episode, I’m sharing 5 simple ways to give your Google Business Profile and website a refresh that builds trust, improves SEO, and keeps new clients walking through your doors (even if your current ones are pausing for the season).

Inside the episode:
✅ The one photo mistake that could be costing you clicks
✅ Why your business name might be co…

May 21, 2025 11:43am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

2 min read

May 12, 2025 10:48am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Profits, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

Ep. 267: 16 Studio Lessons in 16 Years: Mistakes, Milestones & Marketing Truths

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This week, I’m inviting you behind the curtain for a very real, very personal episode.

As we officially wrap our 16th season at the studio, I’m sharing the 16 most powerful lessons I’ve learned from running a brick-and-mortar business—from the early hustle days to the now. The mistakes, the mindset shifts, the marketing wins, and the moments that changed everything.

Inside this episode:
✨ Why hiring before you're ready might be the smartest move you make
✨ The onboar…

May 12, 2025 10:48am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Profits, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

3 min read

May 5, 2025 11:32am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Profits, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

2 min read

Ep. 266: Optimize Your Body. Grow Your Business. The New Path to Studio Success

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Today’s episode is a little different—but oh-so-important. Because as business owners, parents, and partners, we don’t just want to show up… we want to perform at our best. And that means having the energy, clarity, and stamina to do it all—without burning out.

Enter: peptides.

I’m sitting down with a special guest —a deeply knowledgeable rep who knows these products inside and out. She’s helped dozens of clients (including me!) feel more energized, focused, and supported in th…

May 5, 2025 11:32am

By Melissa Rose

Under Business, Profits, Google, Level UP Mastermind & Sales

2 min read

The Visibility Podcast

Sales

Ep. 316: You're Waiting for Clarity... Backwards

Ep. 315: Before your business grows... your relationships do.

Ep. 273: From Broke to Boutique Retail Boss: A Conversation with Sarah Kowal

Ep. 272:Boost Your Studio Business with Smart, Local SEO with Jade Pruett

Ep. 271: Ready to Grow? Level Up Your Studio Team with These Must-Do Moves

Ep. 270: The 90-Day Studio Owner Challenge: Are You Ready to Level UP?

Ep. 269: Studio Owners, This One’s for You: Cory Sterling on Reviews, Legal Docs & Freedom

Ep. 268: Studio Season Tune-Up: 5 Google Visibility Fixes to Boost Trust This Summer

Ep. 267: 16 Studio Lessons in 16 Years: Mistakes, Milestones & Marketing Truths

Ep. 266: Optimize Your Body. Grow Your Business. The New Path to Studio Success

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