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Music Lesson Business Academy

215 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 73 ratings

Professional drummer for the band, Face to Face, owner of The Music Factory School of Music, and marketing consultant, Danny Thompson, brings you marketing and business tips for the modern music teaching business owner.

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Episodes

The Final Episode of MLBA

December 23, 2020 21:29 - 1 hour - 92.5 MB

This is the final episode of MLBA.. Not for this year.. But forever.. NEw show coming soon.  Stay tuned 

#161 Who are We Trying To Impress?

December 18, 2020 02:02 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MB

#160 A Coaching Call Deep Dive

December 09, 2020 21:23 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we do a deep dive recap of a coaching call I did with Jason from Blue and Green music. What did he learn? What did I earn and more...   Also Lever #7, profit margin...  

An update on my business and a cool new livestream event

December 02, 2020 20:45 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business =Academy, we talk about how my business is doing since I made the switch to only online lessons, Forever...   Also lever #3 conversions   For more help with your music lesson business, go to MLBA HERE

Harvest Season Is Coming

November 26, 2020 02:29 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about mountain biking? Well, not really but we talk about how something I learned in mountain biking can help you in your business. Don't worry about today, look forward to tomorrow..   We also talk about lever #3 , Conversions    

#157 Match your message to your customer and lever #2 Opt Ins

November 17, 2020 07:08 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about how to match your message to your customer.  Why I quit FB Groups And...   Lever #2 Opt ins

A Simple Marketing Plan $156

November 10, 2020 19:55 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we outline a very simple marketing plan. What should you do first? What things can you wait on? How doing things out of order or having one blind spot in your marketing, can make the whole thing not work.   Want more help, go to Music Lesson Business Academy HERE

#155 Mental health and running a music school during a pandemic

November 03, 2020 22:29 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MB

In this episode of Musc Lesson Business Academy, we talk about mental health and running a music school. We also keep hitting lever #1, traffic and I tell you how I got 135 comments on an IG post.     

#154 Why Your Marketing Fails and Lever #1 Traffic

October 27, 2020 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about why our marketing sometimes fails. Is it the ad? The Funnel? The Follow-up? We also talk about lever #1, Traffic... Get more coaching and courses over at Music Lesson Business Academy HERE   Visit our sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE  Teacher Zone HERE Are you ready to get started on Active Campaign? Join HERE and get a free strategy session with me. HERE

#153 - Understanding the 2 levels of marketing

October 20, 2020 22:35 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MB

In this episode of the Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about the 2 levels of marketing and why understanding these levels can help you simplify your marketing message.  Visit Music Lesson Business Academy HERE   Visit our sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE TEacher Zome HERE

#152 Google Ads -vs- Facebook Ads

October 13, 2020 23:10 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about google ads and Facebook ads. What's the difference? Is one better? Which should you do? Should you do either?  

#151 - Dollars per Sqr ft and lever #1 TRAFFIC

October 06, 2020 21:59 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about the concept of dollars per square ft. How can we apply this to our music teaching business?  We also cover lever #1 which is all about TRAFFIC.    Visit our sponsors: Never Alone Business Services HERE   Teacher Zone HERE    Visit Music Lesson Business Academy HERE

#150 Maximize your current business

September 29, 2020 21:22 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about how to maximize your business based on its current situation. We also hit Music lesson business lever #7, profit margins, and get into some easy strategies to increase your profit margin.   MLBA Answers, the new direct access coaching program is now open Click HERE to learn more If you aren't using Active Campaign, you are missing out on the best email marketing, CRM program out there. Click HERE to start your FREE Trial  ...

#149 How to get stuff more done and Lever #6, retention

September 22, 2020 21:47 - 29 minutes - 41.3 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about how to get more stuff done. We also cover Music Lesson Business Lever #6, transactions per customer which in our case is student retention.     Visit our sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE   Teache Zone HERE Join the all-new MLBA Answers coaching program. The easiest and most affordable direct access coaching program on the market.     Check it out HERE

Is now a good time to reinvent the way you do business?

September 15, 2020 04:00 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

In the return of Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks about why now may be a great time to reinvent your business to make it work better for you.  Also in this episode  A 7 levers segment " Proft Margins"n Visit our sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher zone HERE  

We'll Be Right Back After These Words From Our Sponsor....

August 21, 2020 04:09 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MB

I'm making a huge change at my school.

August 04, 2020 04:00 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MB

The most important episode I have ever done..

The coolest student event and Inspect what you expect

July 30, 2020 03:56 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MB

How do I know if something is really working?

July 21, 2020 23:39 - 26 minutes - 37 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks about how to use data and stats to help you determine if what you think is working, is actually working.   

A Student band that gets paid from youtube with Ryan Krysiak

July 14, 2020 05:58 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

This was areally fin interview...    Enjoy!!!

8 Things to make your website convert better

July 07, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, I talk about 8 things you can easily do that will make your website convert better..    This podcast is made possible by your support over at Patreon. Please consider becoming a Patreon supporter HERE Visit our sponsors  Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone Here

Youtube, Love it or Hate it for Music Education?

June 30, 2020 04:00 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks about his Love / Hate relationship with youtube..    

4 things you can do to increase your student count right now

June 23, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

In this episode, it's back to basics as we tackle lever #1 from the 7 levers, TRAFFIC. 4 things you can do right now to increase student traffic at your school.   Become a PATREON Supporter and get extra content every month HERE Get on board with Active Campaign HERE Support our Sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone HERE

Starbucks made a big change this week..But it's not what you think..

June 16, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks about a big change that happened at Starbucks this week. But, it's probably not the change you're thinking of.   This podcast is made possible by the support of Patreon supporters. Get extra podcasts and other exclusive content over at Patreon. HERE   Support our sponsors  Never Alone Business Services HERE   Teacher Zone HERE    

The Future Of Online Lessons

June 09, 2020 04:00 - 52 minutes - 73 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks with Mike Grande about the future of Online music lessons...   Become a Patreon supporter and get extra episodes and other exclusive content. HERE visit our sponsors  Never Alone Business Services HERE   Teacher Zone HERE  

Should Your Business Stand For Something?

June 02, 2020 19:40 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

Should your business stand for something?        

How to Re-Open Your Music School - Thoughts and Plans

May 26, 2020 21:34 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, I share some thoughts and ideas on getting your school back open.  Get extra goodies by becoming a Patreon Supporter HERE Support our sponsors  Never Alone Business Services HERE   Teacher Zone HERE    

One change that will make you better, a cool idea and one thing I really want to work on

May 19, 2020 17:39 - 13 minutes - 19.2 MB

It's a mixed bag of tricks in this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy.      First Danny talks about one change in our behavior that could make us all much better at what we do. Next, we cover a cool new idea that I'm rolling out at my school and a way for you to follow along. and, lastly, something I really need to get better at. Join me on PATREON and get an extra episode per month as well as access to the Facebook group and more perks!  Visit our sponsors Never Alone Bus...

A new online lesson experience. Say goodbye to zoom??

May 12, 2020 04:25 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we welcome back Mike Grande to the show and he tells us about his " Zoom Killer" website for online lessons.  Would you like more exclusive content to help you grow your music teaching business? Go to Patreon and become a supporter for as little as $1 per episode.          Become a Patreon supporter HERE Support our sponsors  Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone HERE

How toTo Build Wealth With Tim Veurink

May 05, 2020 23:58 - 49 minutes - 68.9 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, I talk with Tim Veurink from Alegro Music outside of Chicago Illinois. Tim has multiple locations offering music, dance art, and theater. He owns the buildings he is in and also owns several rental properties. He got most of the properties without ever having a commercial loan. In this episode we discuss multiple streams of income, buying properties, and how to build wealth.  Become a Patreon supporter HERE   Support our sponsors ...

How toTo Build Wealth with Tim Veurink

May 05, 2020 23:57

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, I talk with Tim Veurink from Alegro Music outside of Chicago Illinois. Tim has multiple locations offering music, dance art, and theater. He owns the buildings he is in and also owns several rental properties. He got most of the properties without ever having a commercial loan. In this episode we discuss multiple streams of income, buying properties, and how to build wealth.  Become a Patreon supporter HERE   Support our sponsors ...

Is it time to drastically change your business?

April 29, 2020 03:52 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about whether or not it's time to make a drastic change in your business. What will people want from you in the near future and how will you change to deliver that. I also recommend a really good new podcast.  Join MLBA light over at Patreon HERE Join Music Lesson Business Academy Platinum Club HERE Support our sponsors here  Never Alon Business Services HERE Teacher Zone HERE

Could this be the perfect online group piano class??

April 21, 2020 03:20 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MB

On this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, I speak with returning guest, Bill Henry. Bill has adapted his group piano program to be even more suited for the online world. I think it might be the perfect online group piano program.  Dip your toe into the inner circle MLBA tribe over at Patreon HERE Visit our sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone HERE  

Should you try to grow right now? And much more..

April 14, 2020 05:27 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

  In this episode, I talk about whether or not you should try to grow right now. I also talk about the " Stronger with Music" initiative as well as some cool classes you can offer on a membership website.    Get additional bonus content over at Patreon HERE Join Music Lesson Business Academy Platinum Club HERE Visit our Sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone  HERE

Preparing for a Bad Economy

April 08, 2020 00:57 - 26 minutes - 37 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, I talk about how I'm preparing my business for the potential bad economy that is ahead.  Hear the full episode and other bonus content at Patreon HERE   Join Music Lesson Business Academy Platinum Club HERE Visit our Sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone  HERE

What should your marketing messge be right now??

March 31, 2020 21:46 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, I share some thoughts about marketing messages. What camp do you fall into? The optimist camp? Or the "Misery Loves Company" camp?    If you would like to support MLBA podcasts and community, go over to Patreon . Exclusive Patreon only monthly extra podcast episode and bonus audio.  Click HERE Get a FREE course from the new MLBA " The 7 Levers of the Music Lesson Business .. Text mlba to 81257 Support our sponsors Never Alone B...

Teaching on line and membership websites with John Henny

March 25, 2020 00:00 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks with vocal coach legend, John Henny. John owns a large academy in LA and has worked with clients such as Dr. Drew Pinsky and Brittany Spears. He is the author of two books and has a membership site that teaches other voice teachers how to teach lessons more effectively.       John has been doing virtual or online lessons back before the days of zoom or skype. He brings some great perspectives and guidance on how to build an onli...

A rant about our current times - Not for sensitive listeners

March 18, 2020 02:29 - 1 hour - 86.9 MB

Here's a rant...       

Special Podcast - Covid -19 and your Music Teaching Business

March 14, 2020 01:24 - 1 hour - 88.6 MB

A million Dollar on Line Piano Course with Jaques Hopkins

March 10, 2020 04:53 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny talks with Jaques Hopkins from Piano In 21 Days .com which is an online piano course that has sold over 1 million dollars in piano courses. Jaques gives us his story of how he found his way into the piano online course business. Jaques also shares his passion for Online courses through his podcast, " The Online Course Show" Piano In 21 Days.com HERE www.theonlinecourseguy.com Get your FREE training, The 7 Levers of the Music L...

Taming The Dragon with Jason Mohlenbrock of Blue and Green Music School

March 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MB

I loved this interview. I found Jason's story and insights to be very inspiring. I hope you enjoy it as well. Jason has started a music school that has a very detailed and specific curriculum and philosophy. This allows him to stand out from the crowd and truly stand behind something he believes in. But there's more..Jason has nailed his Story Brand,  brand script better than any music school I have encountered...By a lot!!  Enjoy Get your FREE course " The 7 Levers of The Music Lesson Bus...

What School of Rock get's right that so many schools get wrong

February 25, 2020 07:54 - 20 minutes - 28.9 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, I talk about what I think School of Rock gets right and why I think it's something that so many schools get wrong. I also introduce a new little add strategy I'm experimenting with. Show Sponsors: Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone HERE

The 4 Pillars of The Music Lesson Business

February 18, 2020 07:40 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

In this episode of MLBA, Danny introduces the concept of the 4 pillars of the music lesson business.    Visit our sponsors Never alone Services HERE   Teacher Zone HERE

Do you love the Game? Chris Bates from Teacher Zone

February 11, 2020 06:44 - 1 hour - 84.1 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, Danny sits down with Chris Bates from Los Rios Rock school/ Teacher Zone fame. The guys spend the morning doing a deep dive about some business philosophies as well as updating us about new features coming to Teacher Zone.  Visit our sponsor HERE 

Make this one change to your marketing strategy

February 04, 2020 21:06 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, we talk about one big change to make in your marketing strategy.  Be sure to visit our sponsor Never Alone Services Here  And our other sponsor Teacher Zone HERE    

Top 5 website mistakes Music schools make

January 28, 2020 07:52 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

In the final episode on our website mini-series, Danny covers what he thinks are the 5 top mistakes music school owners make on their websites. Visit our sponsors Never Alone Business Services HERE Teacher Zone HERE Are you ready to run your school with employees instead of contractors? Get my new course HERE If you're ready to use the coolest CRM, email provider on the planet, click HERE

Websites #4 - How to make a great video

January 21, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

In this, the 4th episode in the website masterclass series, Danny talks about how to make a great video for your website. Visit our sponsor, Never Alone Business Services HERE Visit our sponsor Teacher Zone HERE Are you ready to make the move to employees? Get my new course HERE

Website assets you must have on your website Part 3 of the series

January 14, 2020 07:19 - 26 minutes - 37.2 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, we jump into episode #3 in our series on websites. This one is all about the assets that you must have on your website Visit our new sponsor, Never Alon Business Services and get a free digital marketing consultation HERE Get my new course " How to pay your teachers as employees " HERE  

Website Master class part #2 - The Basics Start Here

January 10, 2020 06:52 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MB

In this episode of The Music Lesson Business Academy, I continue our website master class series with a mixed bag of topics all relating to the basics. How to go about redesigning or designing a new website. What's the difference between a developer and a designer? What platforms should you use and much much more. Check out our new Title Sponsor Never Alone Business Service HERE Are you ready to run your school with employees instead of contractors? Get my new employee pay plan course HE...

Website Masterclass #1 - A multi episode series

January 07, 2020 07:43 - 18 minutes - 26.2 MB

In this episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, We launch another mini-series. This one is all about websites. Why you should make your website the hub of your marketing efforts, how to get a website built for you, what needs to be on your site and what doesn't. All this and much much more coming up in this action-packed series.  Get my new Employee Pay Plan course HERE    

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