Tax Planning for the Self-Employed
This post is based on the webinar “Out of the Dark, Tax Planning for the Self Employed with IPIA partner, Tits N’ Taxes. IPIA members can view that webinar for free at this link. If you’re in the pole business…
Social Media Tips for Pole Businesses Just Starting Out
Social media marketing may seem confusing and overwhelming sometimes. It is still a great way to find new clients for pole-based businesses as part of a wholistic marking plan. Here are some tips from IPIA’sown social media manager, Kelsey Truex…
What to Expect from a Pole Dance Photo Shoot as a Model
So, you’ve been poling for a while, and you want to get some amazing photos of this totally badass thing that you do—how do you find the right pole photographer? When planning a pole dance photo session for yourself or…
3 Reasons Why You Should Take a Pole Dance Train-cation
A train-cation is a trip (usually away from home) where you focus for a specific amount of time on a movement pursuit. Some train-cations or “retreats” are heavy on the vacation side, held in tropical locations with lots of excursions…
How to Prepare for a Pole Dance Train-cation
A train-cation, retreat, intensive, or convention is a fantastic way to re-invigorate your love for your athletic art, whether it’s circus, pole, acro, dance, or all the above! For most, it’s also a massive upswing in training in a short…
Tariffs and the US Pole Industry
In December 2024, we wrote a blog on what Project 2025 as a potential road map for the new US government administration could mean for the Pole Industry (read it here). We focused mostly on the potential social aspects, and…
SAMPLE PHOTOGRAPHER OR VIDEOGRAPHER CONTRACT
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] Use this as a starting point or template for developing a contract that is relevant for your needs and relevant in your jurisdiction. >>> Client: <CLIENT…
SAMPLE CONSENT POLICY
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] Read more about what a consent policy is at this link. Use this as a starting point or template for developing a policy that is…
Do you need a consent policy for your pole-based business?
Pole businesses straddle lots of different environments and situations, inviting lots of different people from different backgrounds to participate in different ways. Having a consent policy can help clarify roles and expectations of all those involved. Particularly in situations where…
Understanding Trademarks for Your Pole Business
All content is created by someone and they automatically have the legal license to use it. If you wish to use someone else’s content, you must get permission from the original creator. Sometimes pole studios and businesses create the same…