Explore every episode of the podcast The Voicepreneur Podcast
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| Ep 89: How to get more students for your associate teachers | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:07:45 | |
Struggling to fill your associate teachers’ schedules? In this episode, we’re diving into why it’s often harder to get students for your team and how to overcome those challenges. I’ll share why the name of your teaching business could be impacting growth and how to position your associate teachers as key players in your brand. Tune in to learn how to attract more students and build a thriving teaching team! Join the Voicepreneur Program (all courses + community) Join the Q&A broadcast "The Tea" Content Guide for Voice Teachers Free Training: How to Make Passive Income Without Burning Out | |||
| Ep 88: Turning your teaching into a marketing strategy to sell other offers | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:14:00 | |
Could the way you teach actually boost your enrollments? In this episode, I talk about how I’ve unintentionally (but now strategically!) used my teaching methods to fill up my group classes and private lesson waitlist. Learn how to leverage small changes in your approach to increase student interest while keeping the focus on the music. Plus, we’ll dig into a common teaching challenge that might be your new marketing secret! Join the Voicepreneur Program (all courses + community) Join the Q&A broadcast "The Tea" Content Guide for Voice Teachers Free Training: How to Make Passive Income Without Burning Out | |||
| Ep 79: How to handle when students/members leave, and losing money as a result | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:25:02 | |
Let's be real -- we ALL go through it. A student cancels, pauses, or ends their time with you (whether it's 1:1 lessons or a membership program). And truth be told, it doesn't feel good! In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what to do when this happens.
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| Ep 78: Create policies that make your life better & attract your ideal students | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:19:59 | |
Buckle up, voice teacher, we're about to do things differently! In this episode, you'll learn how to create policies -- especially around makeup lessons -- that support you and your ideal life while simultaneously attract your ideal students in your studio.
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| Ep 77: Aligning your brand & offers with who you are this year (hello 2024!) | 25 Jan 2024 | 00:31:41 | |
This year is all about alignment, pleasure, and allowing our brand & business to reflect who we are TODAY! In this episode, you'll get an energy forecast for 2024 and the big realizations I've had about why my (old) voice teaching business is no longer in alignment with who I am today.
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| Ep 76: The art of taking a break and embracing the winter season | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:22:50 | |
Feel exhausted from all the holiday hoo-ha? Me too! In this episode, we're talking about why it's so hard for us to take time off and embrace this dark, slow winter season. If you've struggled with sincerely unplugging and *enjoying* this time of year, this one's for you!
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| Ep 75: How to mentally navigate making big changes in your business (launching, raising prices, etc.) | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:20:32 | |
Feeling all the feelings when making big changes? You're not alone! Whether it's launching a new offer, raising your prices, or watching student clients suddenly leave your studio, these changes will often bring up a LOT of fears and anxieties. Let's talk about them! | |||
| Ep 74: How to raise your prices (literally + emotionally) | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:21:49 | |
Want to raise your prices... but feeling anxious about HOW? This is one of the most common questions coaches have: when do I raise my price? How do I tell my students? What should I charge? How do I handle students leaving or maybe not signing up? We're covering all of that and more in this episode!
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| Ep 73: Create easy ways to make money with special offers, packages, and Black Friday vibes | 09 Nov 2023 | 00:36:33 | |
Want to create a flashy, fun party sale (like Black Friday), but not sure where to start? Grab your notebook and get ready to take notes -- this episode is filled with strategies on how to creatively make money with private students, programs, and everything in between!
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| Ep 72: How to transition from working for someone else to being your own boss with Veronica Kokas | 02 Nov 2023 | 00:52:06 | |
Want to stop teaching for a music school, or working another job? Transitioning is one of the most common experiences teachers have, and there's good and not-so-good ways of going about them! Veronica Kokas is the queen of transitioning intentionally -- she went from teaching for a music school to starting her business to filling her roster to building an online membership program that scales. And *how* she made these transitions is how she became so successful!
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| Ep 71: Ready to outsource? Here's when it's time to hire... and when it's not! | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:16:45 | |
Want to hire help? Great! There's just one caveat... and it's something most coaches and teachers don't think about prior to hiring out. In this episode, we're breaking down when it's appropriate to outsource, and the biggest mistake teachers make when it comes to outsourcing (hint: too early!).
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| Ep 70: What to do when you're nervous your offer won't sell [5 strategies] | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:20:39 | |
Afraid you're going to put all of this work into a new offer... and it won't sell? This is one of the most common fears amongst business owners -- we all have it! Let's talk about what to do when this happens. (Hint: this episode is focused on actionable steps, not mindset. ;))
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| Ep 87: How to stay consistent during a launch and not burn yourself out | 06 Oct 2024 | 00:10:02 | |
Feeling overwhelmed when launching a new offer? In this episode, I share simple & enjoyable ways to keep your content-creation momentum up. You'll learn how to stay consistent and my secret hack for enjoying the process of launching — even when things get hectic. If you want to put something out there without sacrificing your energy or enthusiasm, this one's for you! Join the Voicepreneur Program (all courses + community) Join the Q&A broadcast "The Tea" Content Guide for Voice Teachers Free Training: How to Make Passive Income Without Burning Out | |||
| Ep 69: What to do when you're stressed about money while growing your business | 13 Oct 2023 | 00:15:32 | |
You love the idea of growing and scaling, butttt let's be real. Money is tight! If you've been feeling anxious about money while trying to grow your business, this episode is for you.
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| Ep 68: What do I focus on: building my brand or my following? | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:19:14 | |
There's a difference between your brand and your following -- are you prioritizing the right thing? In this episode, we look closely at the differences between branding and audience, and which is more important.
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| Ep 67: What Burning Man and unexpected detours can teach us about business [Personal Update] | 29 Sep 2023 | 00:21:52 | |
After a summer break, we're back with *many* lessons to share! In this episode, I reflect on two major events that occurred, and how they've impacted my life this season. These are lessons I know will give you soo much insight for your own business!
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| Ep 66: Making the time to teach, sing, scale a business, and be a mom with Lauren Ireland | 17 Aug 2023 | 01:00:40 | |
Ever wonder how some people can just do it "all"? Lauren Ireland of Singsana is one of those people! She shares how she is able to balance teaching with growing a business while parenting two young kids. If you want to have a better work-life balance, this episode is for you!
Join the Voicepreneur Program (all-in-one membership community) | |||
| Ep 65: How to invest your time wisely when you have a full teaching schedule | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:20:35 | |
Is your teaching schedule TOO full? Let's talk about how to make space in your calendar to invest your time in a way that makes you money. This is about investing in your *future* self. If you've been feeling burned out lately, this episode is for you!
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| Ep 64: [BTS] What I'm doing to grow my private voice studio this fall | 04 Aug 2023 | 00:18:32 | |
Want a behind the scenes look at how to build a private studio? In this episode, you'll hear the exciting new project I'm working on and how I'm preparing my private studio for new students.
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| Ep 63: Studio policies to include in your private studio contract | 25 Jul 2023 | 00:20:08 | |
It's time to set healthy boundaries as a private voice teacher, and create policies for your studio! In this episode, we're breaking down a few of the types of policies to have in your contract.
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| Ep 62: 3 things your private studio needs to get new students *easily* | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:21:18 | |
If you want to know exactly what to focus on to get new students this season, this episode is for you! Get ready to drastically decrease your admin work and set up systems that make your client growth SO much easier.
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| Ep 61: Creating memorable content, growing a massive following, and scaling your studio with Lara Chapman | 11 Jul 2023 | 00:59:33 | |
We're joined by Lara Chapman of VoxTape Studios! Lara is an award winning singer/songwriter turned viral vocal coach who has built a social media following of over 1 MILLION people. She's known for her pop song exercises, and helping singers go from shy aspiring to confident vocal artists.
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| Ep 60: 5 ways to boost engagement & create more abundance this week | 27 Jun 2023 | 00:20:00 | |
Feeling a lull in your biz? Let's get some momentum going! In this episode, we're combining both strategy and energy to get more students, abundance, and the "snowball rolling" in your business.
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| Ep 86: From overwhelmed to focused: how to prioritize your tasks based on your season of life | 05 Oct 2024 | 00:17:32 | |
Do you start your week unsure of what to focus on in your business? In this episode, we’re diving into how to prioritize your tasks based on the season of life you’re in. Whether you’re in a season of growth, slowing down, or launching, I’m sharing how to align your projects with your current reality. Learn how to break down your big goals into weekly action steps that match your focus—so you can finally say goodbye to overwhelm and distraction. Join the Voicepreneur Program (all courses + community) Join the Q&A broadcast "The Tea" Content Guide for Voice Teachers Free Training: How to Make Passive Income Without Burning Out | |||
| Ep 59: Q&A: Website vs Instagram, colors & logos, and messaging that sells | 20 Jun 2023 | 00:20:36 | |
Let's talk about branding! In this episode, we're covering some of the most common questions asked about creating a brand and brand messaging.
Coaching Services with Allie | |||
| Ep 58: How to build an online course or program (the creative process!) | 13 Jun 2023 | 00:22:41 | |
Ready to go from idea to final product? Let's talk about the creative process of building an online course! In this episode, we're breaking down how to map out your course plan and bring it to life.
Join the Voicepreneur Program (all-in-one membership community) | |||
| Ep 57: Branding, boundaries, and selling online programs with trans voice teacher Renée Yoxon | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:41:47 | |
We're joined by the amazing Renée Yoxon — trans & gender affirming voice teacher! Renée is a vocal coach & educator making waves in the trans & non-binary communities and is mission is to offer voice support through courses and online resources. In this conversation, we talk about how they run their business in a place that feels most aligned & supportive for them. WE COVER:
LINKS + RESOURCES: Renée Yoxon's Website | |||
| Ep 56: How to build systems & stay organized as a voice teacher and content creator | 30 May 2023 | 00:17:31 | |
If you're juggling voice teaching and creating content (among many other things!), having systems are essential for staying consistent! In this episode, we're simplifying making systems so you can start getting organized right away.
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| Ep 55: Solo Retreats: The best business & life hack that no one's talking about! | 23 May 2023 | 00:20:47 | |
Ready for the secret sauce to creating a business you love? In this episode, we're breaking down the concept of a "solo retreat" and why they're essential for your life!
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| Ep 54: How to deal with income dips & the low seasons in business | 16 May 2023 | 00:17:37 | |
Feeling a "low" point in your business? This episode was made for you (with love!). Being a business comes with many ebbs & flows. But when our finances are attached to the "ebbs," it can feel much more intense. In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about how to navigate income dips & slower seasons of business.
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| Ep 53: Q&A: How to transition to fully self employed and why memberships are easier than we think | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:22:50 | |
Ready to do your private teaching business full time? This is one of the three topics we're covering in today's rapid fire Q&A episode! 2) Why did you choose the membership route for your program, and does it ever stress you out? 3) How do I solve one problem if I have multiple audiences or modalities I'm working with?
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| Ep 52: Supporting our students' mental health as voice teachers with Laura Seipert | 20 Apr 2023 | 00:48:35 | |
If voice teaching feels like therapy sessions for your students, this episode is for you! We're welcoming Laura Seipert -- a certified music therapist, singer, and voice teacher. In this episode, Laura dives into the concept of being a "part voice teacher, part therapist" (and why this can be problematic), as well as her mission to spread more awareness around mental health issues we see in the studio. | |||
| Ep 51: 3 ways to get more students & sales from your website | 13 Apr 2023 | 00:20:59 | |
Is your website actually doing its job? If you want your website to help you grow your business, this episode is for you! We're breaking down the most important elements every website needs to have.
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| Ep 50: Happy birthday, podcast! Recap: The 3 best decisions I made in business this year | 08 Apr 2023 | 00:32:19 | |
It's the one year anniversary of the podcast launch! To celebrate, Allie breaks down the story of how the Voicepreneur got to where it is today.
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| Ep 85: How to price your offers when building your offer suite | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:09:30 | |
In this episode, we’re exploring the key considerations for pricing your offers strategically and intuitively. Whether you’re launching something new or fine-tuning your current suite, you’ll learn how to create offers that flow naturally and attract the right clients. Tune in for a fresh perspective on pricing that will help you build an offer suite that feels good and aligns with your business goals! Join the Voicepreneur Program (all courses + community) Join the Q&A broadcast "The Tea" Content Guide for Voice Teachers Free Training: How to Make Passive Income Without Burning Out | |||
| Ep 49: Q&A: Tracking expenses, LLC, studio contracts, and free vs paid intro lessons | 30 Mar 2023 | 00:16:36 | |
We're talking about all the "non sexy," operational things that run your private studio! Here's the 5 questions we'll be discussion:
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| BUILD YOUR STUDIO SERIES Part 4: How to make more money without needing more students | 09 Mar 2023 | 00:17:56 | |
It's time to start creatively scaling your teaching business! In this episode, we're talking all about how to creatively think outside the box and monetize in ways that go beyond the private lesson.
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| BUILD YOUR STUDIO SERIES Part 3: How to become a magnetic teacher and attract your ideal students | 02 Mar 2023 | 00:23:23 | |
Want to run a business that supports you with students you adore? In this episode, we're breaking down the best way to become a magnet to your ideal students and your ideal life!
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| Ep 46: How to massively grow your business by embodying your values with Lauren Urso Gray | 23 Feb 2023 | 00:50:10 | |
We're joined by Lauren Urso Gray of Your Authentic Voice for a juicy conversation! Lauren shares how she went from teaching as a side job to filling up her studio almost entirely using Instagram, hiring multiple associate teachers, and creating special offerings for their growing student roster.
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| BUILD YOUR STUDIO SERIES Part 2: What makes the most money in your business | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:22:07 | |
Welcome to part 2 of the series! In this episode, we're dialing in on the most important aspect of your business -- where you make the most money! Once you know what this is, you'll start looking at your private studio business differently.
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| BUILD YOUR STUDIO SERIES Part 1: The secret to filling up your private studio | 09 Feb 2023 | 00:18:26 | |
Welcome to part 1 of the Build Your Studio series: how to get students! In this episode, you'll learn a "magic trick" to creating abundance in your studio that you won't find on google. ;)
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| Ep 43: The #1 way to level up and skyrocket your growth (no matter what stage you're in!) | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:28:24 | |
Save this episode -- we're getting *real* with what it takes to be successful! Hint: this isn't about strategies, or funnels, or any other topics we've covered on the show. :)
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| Ep 42: Building thriving online programs as a broadway vocal coach with Chelsea Wilson | 26 Jan 2023 | 00:51:43 | |
We're sitting down with Chelsea of Broadway Vocal Coach to hear her story of how she went from pursing a BFA to coaching musical theatre all over the world as a new mom living in Washington State. You're going to LOVE this conversation!
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| Q&A: Website design, balancing motherhood & work, and pricing during the recession | 19 Jan 2023 | 00:24:01 | |
It's a Rapid Fire Q&A! Here are the 5 questions we're covering today:
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| Ep 40: How I built our new website in the easiest and most affordable way | 12 Jan 2023 | 00:21:59 | |
Welcome 2023!! We're kicking things off with a new website, and you're invited in on the behind the scenes look at how it was created. In this episode, you'll get the step by step process on how I built it in the most affordable, easiest, and best way possible.
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| Ep 84: How to grow your email list with a small following on Instagram | 03 Oct 2024 | 00:07:15 | |
Think you need a huge following to build your email list? Think again! In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple and creative ways to grow your email list, even if your Instagram audience is small. Forget the typical advice — these strategies are more fun, personal, and engaging. Plus, you'll get a bonus tip on how to make your emails irresistible so people actually want to subscribe. Tune in for a fresh take on list-building that goes beyond the basics! Join the Voicepreneur Program (all courses + community) Join the Q&A broadcast "The Tea" Content Guide for Voice Teachers Free Training: How to Make Passive Income Without Burning Out | |||
| Ep 39: Set intentions for the new year in your business & life | 29 Dec 2022 | 00:27:03 | |
Have big visions or goals? Great! Let's make them happen this year. We're going deeper than just picking a word -- we need to take a look at where we're spending our time in our *everyday* life.
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| Ep 38: The difference between being a private voice teacher and a business owner | 22 Dec 2022 | 00:20:32 | |
Ready for some serious real talk? In this episode, we're diving deep into the differences between being a private voice teacher and a business owner. Are you embodying the role of a business owner? What does it mean to do this?
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ORNaoQF6iGQ | |||
| Ep 37: How to know you're ready to create an online course or membership | 15 Dec 2022 | 00:18:39 | |
If you're considering creating a course or membership in the future, this episode is for you! We're diving into the 3 most important questions to ask yourself when outlining a program. These are the key components to a successful experience!
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| Ep 36: Memberships vs. Courses: The key differences & choosing what's right for you | 08 Dec 2022 | 00:19:56 | |
Hot topic alert! We're diving into the 2 best ways to scale your business -- what they are, how they work, and how to choose one to focus on in your business. (If you want to, of course. :))
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/eSwKNjarBxE | |||