If you started teaching during the pandemic, you may be already acquainted with using Zoom, Google HangOuts, Microsoft Teams, or other video meeting service to teach virtually. Now that the pandemic is over, many people are still enjoying the flexibility…
This workshop was part of the IPIA Webinar held on June 23, 2023. Typically webinar recordings are free for IPIA members only however this is a very important topic that we want all pole businesses to have access to. Emergency…
Teaching students is one thing, teaching teachers is a completely different concept! Check out our tips below if you’re considering developing a mentorship or teacher coaching program to sell to potential pole dance teachers. What is unique to your mentorship…
The term networking sounds very corporate and may be something that pole business owners don’t think about when going to pole events. The first priority for attending a pole event might be fun, education, or the opportunity to compete/perform. If…
Organizing a pole dance showcase could be an independent business idea or something that you do as part of owning or managing a studio. Here are some things to consider when planning your pole dance showcase or competition: Venue First,…
*this post was a request from an IPIA member. If you have a topic that you’d like to learn more about, please email us. Unfortunately, in the United States, active shooter situations have increased in recent years in a variety…
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] This workshop was part of the IPIA Webinar held on May 17, 2023 Learn how to run a large pole event with Colleen Jolly Want to…
Pole dance events can include pole competitions, showcases, or gigs. Although the risk is rare, emergencies and injuries can and will happen at pole dance events. Is your pole dance event prepared for those risks? Do you have a plan…
When you first start your business (in the United States, in most states), you don’t need to have any sort of official, legal entity. Many businesses may choose to create an LLC as basic legal protection which requires very little…
Typically, people employed by a pole-based business are either employees or independent contractors. (Read about the difference here). Contractors typically have a formal or informal contract specifying the work do be done, the rate at which they are being paid,…