What is a SMART goal? It’s more than just the opposite of a “dumb” goal. SMART is an acronym commonly used in business and personal training. SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. Creating a goal within this…
In the dynamic landscape of owning and running a pole studio or other pole business, securing financial support can be a pivotal factor in growth and sustainability. While there are many ways to fund your business, this post specifically addresses…
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] Please note that every grant will be looking for something different. Read the exact questions and all instructions from the grantor prior to writing. Follow those…
These recommendations are from Gemma Rose’s webinar” Actioning Allyship: How Pole Businesses Can Respect Strippers” held on May 14, 2024. Members can view the entire webinar at this link. Gemma notes in the webinar that she does not speak for…
Whether you are a performer, a pole event, or some other form of pole business, getting sponsorship money is tough! Most businesses in the pole industry are small. Even the few larger pole businesses aren’t actually *that* large. Very few…
As a pole business owner, you want to reach more customers to sell your product or service. One way to do that is to partner with other people already working in the pole industry who could sell or advertise your…
Pole dancing is an extreme activity, and no one can fully “guarantee” safety in all instances. All event producers can, however, take steps to minimize physical safety issues during their events. Here is a short “checklist” you can use to…
[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 14, 2024 Actioning Allyship: How Pole Businesses Can Respect Strippers with Gemma Rose Strippers are…
There are several reasons people start pole dancing as a hobby. Some are looking for a more creative and fun way to get in shape. Some seek something deeper, such as a way to connect with their body, their inner…
If you’ve ever heard the phrase “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life” you may believe that working in the pole industry means that you don’t really work. If, however, you have worked…