The Dance CEO Podcast

Ready to learn how to stop surviving and start thriving in your life and business? The Dance CEO Podcast is a hybrid of solo and guest episodes sharing the good, bad and in between of what it takes to build oneself and business, while shedding hurtful mindsets from years in the dance industry. Guest episodes highlight how diverse the dance business world really is and that there is no one way to live and run your dance business or live your life.

64. Why The Peace I Feel At 40 is Something I Fought For 06/04/2025

63. 5 Lies Dance Business Owners Are Taught To Believe - and What To Believe Instead 04/16/2025

62. Autism + Dance: World Autism Awareness Day 04/02/2025

61. Guest: Rachel Jenks - Booty Kicking Ballerina 03/27/2025

61. Guest: Rachel Jenks - Booty Kicking Ballerina In this episode with guest Rachel Jenks, founder of Booty Kicking Ballerina, she shares an anything but ordinary journey from stopping being a professional dancer due to injury, to where she is now. We also talk deeply about internal healing and what it takes to embrace and love who you are regardless the title of dancer we are so used to embodying. Stick around til the end of the episode because we both share some deeply personal transitions we have had to undergo to be where we are today. Guest Bio: Rachel Jenks is a seasoned coach, NASM certified Corrective Exercise Specialist, personal trainer, and health coach who helps dancers and high performers reconnect with their bodies to move pain-free and achieve their best. Known as the Booty Kicking Ballerina, Rachel combines her expertise in movement, her professional ballet background, and her deep understanding of the mind-body connection to deliver transformative results for her clients. Her journey into coaching was deeply personal. After injury and unhealthy mindsets ended her professional ballet career and threatened her freedom of movement, Rachel refused to accept a life defined by chronic pain. Instead, she embarked on a decades-long healing journey that shaped her approach to movement and well-being. Along the way, she discovered her passion for helping others heal from the inside out, strengthening not just their bodies but their whole selves. Rachel is dedicated to coaching and empowering her clients with the tools, knowledge, and support to thrive both physically and emotionally. Rachel is also the author of the Amazon bestseller Morning Tea: Daily Encouragements for Entrepreneurs and a sought-after public speaker. When she’s not coaching or training, she loves creating in the kitchen for her food blog, going on adventures, and spending time with friends and her two beloved cats. Highlights: It's possible to be to committed to dance What happens when forced to stop dancing How dance experience can influence a path outside of it The healing journey with oneself The mindset that shows you're thriving What it means to Rachel to be the CEO of her life and business Links/Free Resources: Follows & Contact: [email protected] /episode/index/show/479b07a4-2f00-4310-ad0b-10c0d0b959fc/id/36753715

60. Active Rest - Why You Need It Especially If You Don't Have The Time 03/06/2025

59. Why Most Business Practices Don't Work In the Dance World And What To Do About It 02/12/2025

58. What's Ahead for Season 3! 02/05/2025

57. Reflection On 2024 & How It Went Nothing Like I Expected 12/04/2024

56. How To Develop An Entrepreneurial Mindset 10/09/2024

55. Guest: Kaley Jensen- Founder of Mindset to Movement 09/19/2024

54. Easy Is Not The Same Thing As Ease 08/23/2024

53. The What, Why & How of The Dance CEO Method™ & Free 4-Day Masterclass 08/08/2024

52. 3 Things I STOPPED Doing As A Dance Business Owner 07/26/2024

51. Guest: Briana Stuart - Performer, Choreographer, Entrepreneur & TEDx Speaker 07/17/2024

50. Enhancing Your Money Relationship - pt 3 07/03/2024

49. Enhancing Your Money Relationship - pt 2 06/28/2024

48. Enhancing Your Money Relationship - pt 1 06/21/2024

47. Integrating Your Head, Heart & Intuition Into Your Decision Making 06/06/2024

46. Guest: Josephine Lancuba - Performing Arts Business Coach, Talent Manager & Speaker 05/19/2024

45. The Power of 1 Decision Determining The Rest Of Your Life 04/24/2024

44. Guest: Lauren DeVera of The Lion's Den 04/17/2024

44. Guest: Lauren DeVera of The Lion's Den If you've wondered what it's like to have two coaches in the same industry sit down and have a supportive and in depth discussion about all things that could be competitive between them, then this is the episode for you. Guest Lauren DeVera and I do not shy away from the practicalities of running multiple businesses, what it really means to truly support one another and the challenges and scariness one has to work through to achieve the vision we have for our lives. Lauren DeVera is a multi-passionate creative, known for her career as a professional dancer, choreographer, podcaster, dance curator, and certified life coach. She is the youngest daughter of Filipino immigrant parents, residing in Alexandria, Virginia. She has been teaching, performing, and curating in the DC Metropolitan area for over 13 years, focusing on community building and creating brave spaces for self-expression. She is the proud founder of The Lion’s Den, a welcoming dance and wellness hub, that provides in-person and online classes, events, and performance opportunities for the community. She draws on her infectious energy and ability to make others feel seen and welcomed, curating spaces for all folks to express themselves! Lauren was recently recognized for Old Dominion University's 40 Under 40 award, a program highlighting impactful leaders and trailblazers in their respective industries. When Lauren is not in the studio or on the stage, she is coaching creatives and visionaries in her various coaching programs as well as guiding movers in her beginner-friendly mindful movement course, ConfiDance. Lauren’s excited to continue cultivating community & empowering others to express their authentic selves! Episode Highlights: How to structure your business legally when pursuing multiple interests Achieving multi-passionate success How to translate business information to your dance business What it means to be genuine in yourself, your services and to your community Links: Follows: @thelionsdendmv @thelaurendevera @thriveandthread @thedanceceocoach @thedanceceopodcast If you liked this episode, make sure to subscribe to this Podcast & like this episode! Thank you for listening, Audra Queen your coach & host /episode/index/show/479b07a4-2f00-4310-ad0b-10c0d0b959fc/id/36753800

43. Quality Over Quantity in life and business 03/07/2024

42. Guest: Menina Fortunato of Business of Dance 02/29/2024

42. Guest: Menina Fortunato of Business of Dance Do you have a hard time believing that people can really be financially successful running their own business in the dance world? You need to listen to this episode with guest Menina Fortunato. She shares literally all the things of what it was like going from rock bottom to being on track to make 1 million this year. Yes, 1 million dollars. And we discuss how it's possible for you too! It may be uncomfortable, but this is the episode to help you learn realistic ways to start making your goals a reality. Menina Fortunato, founder and owner of The Hollywood Summer Tour, The London Spring Tour, and most recently the Business of Dance, an online mentorship program that empowers aspiring professional dancers to forge their dream careers. Menina boasts a remarkable three-decade tenure in the dance industry. from collaborating with Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Carrie Underwood, Paula Abdul, Maluma, Carmen Electra, P!nk, Fergie, Luke Bryan, Earth Wind & Fire, MC Hammer and more. To venturing into production with assumed roles such as associate choreographer for The X Factor, associate consulting producer on America's Got Talent, and executive producer for various music videos filmed at Universal Studios and Paramount Studios. With an unwavering dedication to her craft, she seamlessly navigates the demands of both on-camera and behind-the-scenes work, while also juggling the responsibilities of being a loving wife and devoted mother to three children. Episode Highlights: Generating income AND doing what you love is possible Abundance is regularly happening, not scarcity Delegation is the key stay focused on your area of genius Investing in yourself is the most important investment you can make The power of mentorship Links: Follows: Menina Fortunato Audra Allen-Queen Make sure to subscribe to this Podcast & like this episode! Thank you for listening, Audra Allen-Queen your coach and host /episode/index/show/479b07a4-2f00-4310-ad0b-10c0d0b959fc/id/36753815

41. Connecting With Your Current Identity 02/16/2024

40. Guest: Lyssa Wopat of Performentality, LLC 02/09/2024

40. Guest: Lyssa Wopat of Performentality, LLC Go deep with Lyssa and I as we discuss the importance to mindset & mental performance, especially in the dance world. We really talked about the potentially harming coaching that can happen when working with someone not qualified, and how to know if they are. Career transition is also discussed and insights are shared about how to really help yourself and your clients level up your mentality. Episode Highlights: Parents supporting our dreams Career transition from professional ballet dancer to mental performance consultant College helping the path How to avoid trauma triggering situations Working with the right clients The difficulty of starting a dance business without previous experience When certifications are or are not necessary Guest Bio: Lyssa Wopat is a dedicated professional in the field of sport and performance psychology. She holds both a Masters degree in sport and performance psychology, as well as a bachelor's degree in dance from the University of North Carolina School for the Arts. Shortly after earning her bachelor’s degree, Lyssa danced professionally with the Georgia Ballet where she performed in various soloist and corps de ballet roles in ballets such as Les Sylphides, Carmen, Sleepy Hollow, and The Nutcracker. After retiring from her dance career, Lyssa pursued an MS in Sport and Performance Psychology (SPP) with the aim of bringing performance psychology support to the dance world. Now, as a sport and performance psychology consultant, Lyssa works with diverse performers and athletes, but specializes in work with dancers. With her extensive knowledge in both dance and sport & performance psychology, Lyssa is passionate about, and is committed to, helping dancers thrive by optimizing their performance, mindset, and well-being, thus enabling them to unlock their full potential. Links: Follows: Lyssa Wopat - Audra Allen-Queen - Make sure to subscribe to this Podcast & like this episode! Thank you for listening /episode/index/show/479b07a4-2f00-4310-ad0b-10c0d0b959fc/id/36753825

39. Scheduling Hack To Reclaim Time For Yourself 02/01/2024

38. Guest: Melissa Rose of the Brick & Mortar Visibility Podcast 01/24/2024

37. My 3 Words for 2024 01/17/2024

36. Guest: Jen Aks of The Power Of Gesture Method 01/11/2024

35. What I Desire In 2024 01/04/2024

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