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…
*this information is adapted from the IRS newsletter Issue Number: Tax Tip 2023-15 *this information is about U.S. taxes Whether you travel for pole once a year or once a month, figuring out travel expense tax write-offs might seem confusing…
Finding qualified instructors to work at your pole dance studio can be tough, keeping them can be even tougher! While many pole teachers say how much they love to teach and would do it for free, this is not a…
Saving is often not the first thing new business owners think of when starting their pole-based business, especially if your new business is a side hustle. Even before your business starts to grow, it’s important to start thinking about preparing…
Please note, this article is about taxes in the United States (US). It may contain general useful information if you are outside of the US. Always refer to updated tax law in your jurisdiction and work with a certified tax…
Are you a studio owner looking to hire a new pole instructor for your studio? Check out these open-ended questions below and add them to your hiring process! Are these the only questions you should ask? Nope! But they are…
Unfortunately many entrepreneurs don’t pay themselves. They invest time and money into their business and remember to pay everyone except themselves. While this may provide some short term relief over cash flow concerns, especially when the business is young, long…
Pole dancing is still a new industry, and there is no one gold standard for certifications or benchmark for hiring certified or non-certified pole instructors. Newly certified instructors may have good intentions but have limited experience working with the myriad…
Selling a business can be a complicated endeavor. Read the tips below to start the process of selling your pole dance business. Do some soul searching Business, especially small pole dance business, can be very personal. Make sure you consider…
There are many ways to value your pole dance business. Some of them are more relevant for product businesses, whereas others are more relevant for subscription-based businesses, like a studio or an online pole tutorial company that has a monthly…