{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Level Up Your Holiday Shows with Joe Naftal","description":"In this episode of Dance Studio 411, Jill is joined by Joe Naftal from Naftal Creative. Joe shares his expertise on how dance studio owners can take their holiday shows to the next level. Whether you\u2019ve been running holiday performances for years or considering starting one, Joe offers practical advice on organizing, managing, and profiting from holiday shows while ensuring they are stress-free for both staff and families. He also introduces Check In Pointe, a performance management platform designed to simplify backstage operations.  Timestamps (00:29) \u2013 Jill introduces guest Joe Naftal, who shares his background as a second-generation dance studio owner and how he developed Naftal Creative. (02:03) \u2013 Discussion on how to reduce stress in planning holiday shows by using calendars, to-do lists, and project management tools. (03:46) \u2013 Importance of holiday shows for students, dance families, and business profitability. (05:21) \u2013 Joe explains the significance of budgeting and how to ensure profit from holiday shows. (07:19) \u2013 Communication strategies for keeping families informed about holiday shows and performance logistics. (09:35) \u2013 Joe introduces Check In Pointe&amp;nbsp;his backstage management solution for holiday shows. (12:38) \u2013 Final thoughts on organizing a successful holiday show and how it can enhance studio reputation and retention.  Key Takeaways  Organization is Key: Use tools like Excel, Trello, or Asana to plan every detail of your holiday show. Budgeting for Profit: Include profit as a line item in your show budget to ensure financial success. Effective Communication: Personalize messages to parents and segment emails to ensure they\u2019re reading the right information at the right time. Backstage Management with Check In Pointe: Joe\u2019s software offers a seamless solution for dancer check-in, backstage management, and show coordination.   Links Mentioned in this Episode\u2026  Check In Pointe Free Demo Account \u2013 Get a free demo of Joe\u2019s performance management software. Revolution Dancewear Holiday Costumes   Connect with Us: Follow Dance Studio Owner and Revolution on social media for more tips, resources, and inspiration to help you navigate the dance studio world. Don\u2019t forget to subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform! ","author_name":"Dance Studio 411","author_url":"http:\/\/dancestudioowner.libsyn.com\/podcast","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/33171732\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/179363282"}