Business, Marketing, and Life Advice for Play-Based Business Owners

A few weeks back I interviewed the amazing Amanda Bybel on my podcast and on YouTube, and we talked about money mindset and we also discussed the different insecure attachment styles we may have with our business, and she also gave us some tips for moving towards a place of more confidence and a more secure attachment style so we can start charging what we’re worth, prioritizing and valuing our time, and really growing and scaling our businesses.

I loved the conversation so much...

In another recent article I shared how indoor playground and play cafe owners can establish an additional stream of revenue as a user generated content creator. And I started that article by diving into exactly WHY user generated content or UGC is so valuable to businesses in 2023 and beyond.

To summarize, utilizing UGG  is essential for marketing because it enables businesses to leverage the power of authentic, customer-created content to build trust,...

In this article we are talking about A.I. and chatGPT– something you’ve probably heard a TON about already in the news cycle. But if you haven’t, that’s OK– because we are going to start from the beginning.

The new tools available to us business owners are completely changing the game– and after testing them for MONTHS behind the scenes, I am ready to share my very best tips with you. 

And the best part? 

While there are a THOUSANDS...

If you own an indoor playground business, you likely already know that social media is a great way to reach out to potential customers and keep your existing ones engaged. But, to make a lasting impression, you need to make sure that your photos look professional and capture the essence of your brand. 

And I just want to give some tough love for a moment.

And this is meant with 100% love, but still tough love, because sometimes we all need it.

Recently I was doing some research for a...

The world of content creation has evolved at a rapid pace, with the power of user-generated content (UGC) playing an increasingly significant role in the success of businesses today, regardless of whether that business sells in-person or online. 

UGC refers to any type of content created by users, customers, or fans of a brand, including text, images, videos, and reviews. In this article we'll dive deep into how you can capitalize on this phenomenon and make money creating user-generated...

When it comes to finding a space for your indoor playground or play cafe business, there are two primary options: buying a commercial building or leasing a space.

Both options have their own set of advantages and disadvantages, and the decision will ultimately depend on your specific business needs and financial situation. 

This is one of those areas where the BEST option will depend solely on your specific circumstances, and I’d recommend hiring a local professional...

In this article I want to talk about 4 mistakes I made with our indoor playground licensing agreement, so you can hopefully avoid them in the future. 

And these tips will be relevant whether you’re leaning towards the franchising  or licensing route. if you're not sure if licensing or franchising your indoor playground is for you-- I have another article here you can check out!

Alright, so a little background and context. 

At this point in our journey, we are...

When an indoor playground or play cafe business reaches a certain level of success and wants to expand its operations, two popular options include licensing and franchising.

While many of my members have opted to open a second location of their own, such as Elle from Pikopye’s Town in Austin, Texas or Renee from Mezanmi Play Cafe in Michigan–

It’s not always possible to comfortably or effectively operate multiple locations yourself due to life, time, or distance constraints....

In this article, we are covering a bit of a heavy topic, but I know it’s one that’s likely been on your mind and heart lately- so we’re going to dive right into it.

That’s right, today we are covering recession prep. But fear not because I actually feel very strongly that if you are reading this right now and if you are constantly seeking to learn and improve and invest in your success– whether it’s here with me or with another business or life...

I talk a lot on this blog and on my Profitable Play podcast about how crucial recurring revenue and specifically memberships can be for an indoor playground businesses’ long term sustainability and success.

We talked about the importance of memberships quite a bit recently in episode 169, and I also did a deep dive into memberships way back in episodes 63, 64, 65, 66, and 69. And in episode 69 I even talked about how creating a strong recurring revenue stream with...