Dance Studio 411

In this episode of Dance Studio 411, Jill is joined by Joe Naftal from Naftal Creative. Joe shares his expertise on how dance studio owners can take their holiday shows to the next level. Whether you’ve been running holiday performances for years or considering starting one, Joe offers practical advice on organizing, managing, and profiting from holiday shows while ensuring they are stress-free for both staff and families. He also introduces Check In Pointe, a performance management platform designed to simplify backstage operations. Timestamps (00:29) – Jill introduces guest Joe Naftal, who shares his background as a second-generation dance studio owner and how he developed Naftal Creative. (02:03) – Discussion on how to reduce stress in planning holiday shows by using calendars, to-do lists, and project management tools. (03:46) – Importance of holiday shows for students, dance families, and business profitability. (05:21) – Joe explains the significance of budgeting and how to ensure profit from holiday s