Mastering the Business of Yoga

Amanda Kingsmith
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Mastering the Business of Yoga (M.B.Om for short) is a podcast was designed for new yoga teachers who want to create a successful career in yoga, but don't know where to start, or what to do. Each episode is hosted by yoga teacher & business graduate, Amanda Kingsmith, and features different, successful and inspiring yoga teachers who share their experiences in the yoga world, and the business lessons they have learned throughout their careers. Guests range from full-time yoga teachers, yoga studio owners, teachers who have branched off to create their own businesses, teachers who have developed their own teacher training, and much more.

  1. 10/13/2025

    Yoga Business Basics 101

    Welcome back to Episode 5 of the Send-Off Series! In this episode, we're talking about all the essentials of running a yoga business. Starting a yoga business can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. We'll break down the key foundations every yoga teacher needs to know to confidently step into the business side of teaching. From taxes, accounting, and bookkeeping to marketing and branding to money mindset, continuing education and more, you'll learn practical tips to help you build a sustainable and heart-centered yoga career. Everything you'll learn in this episode will also help you grow with confidence, stay organized, and feel empowered as a business owner. Enjoy!

  2. 10/13/2025 ·  Bonus

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    Introducing She Escaped the Unthinkable and Chose Her Own Beginning from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOKS! I Choose My Beginning: A Story of Courage and Activism https://amzn.to/4j14o11 The Last Girl: My Story of Captivity, and My Fight Against the Islamic State https://amzn.to/4dwNaVF Nadia Murad was just 21 when ISIS attacked her village in northern Iraq. She was taken captive and endured unimaginable abuse before she escaped and went on to become one of the world's most powerful voices for survivors of genocide and wartime violence. A Nobel Peace Prize laureate and human rights activist, Nadia first shared her experience in her bestselling memoir, The Last Girl. Now, in her new book, I Choose My Beginning, she explores what it means to move forward and build a life beyond her past. Oprah and Nadia talk about the difference between surviving and healing and why she continues to speak out for the victims of the Yazidi genocide who are still missing. Nadia also opens up about finding love, getting married and creating a life that includes both her activism and her own happiness. Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney joins the conversation to talk about their work together seeking justice for ISIS crimes against the Yazidi people. 00:00:00 - Welcome Nadia Murad, author of “I Choose My Beginning” 00:05:40 - Why she chose to speak out 00:08:52 - Nadia wanted to rescue her niece 00:12:00 - Winning the Nobel Peace Prize 00:15:00 - Perceptions of survivors 00:18:00 - Online criticism 00:20:50 - Why Oprah admires Nadia 00:23:20 - Meeting Amal Clooney 00:27:00 - Cases for Yazidi women 00:31:30 - What Amal learned from Nadia 00:35:30 - Life in the refugee camp 00:37:35 - Falling in love 00:41:30 - Thousands of Yazidi people still missing 00:43:45 - The aftermath of war 00:51:00 - Nadia declined an operation 00:53:50 - Survival is not the end 00:56:00 - Building a new life Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/oprah/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. 10/06/2025

    I'm opening a yoga studio! Help!

    Have you ever dreamed of opening your own yoga studio but weren't sure where to start? Opening a studio is exciting, but it's also a big undertaking that goes far beyond just teaching classes. In this episode of the podcast, we walk through everything you need to know before opening your own studio, from clarifying your vision, to budgeting, to creating a welcoming studio environment. Whether your dream is to build a community space, a lifestyle business, or a long-lasting brand, this episode will help you connect with your deeper "why" and start turning your dream into reality. Enjoy! Download OfferingTree's Studio Success Checklist here. Think of this free guide as your most organized, seasoned business mentor, ready to walk you through every single step. Don't let overwhelm hold back your vision.

  4. 09/29/2025

    I want to teach online! How do I get started?

    Welcome back to episode 3 of the Send-Off Series! In this episode, we are discussing taking your yoga business online! We'll explore how the yoga industry has evolved since 2020 and the growing opportunities for teachers to move their businesses online, as well as why online teaching makes sense, what essentials you'll need (from tech to backdrop to legal protections), how to grow your business in the virtual space, and tips for choosing the right software for classes, courses, or memberships, and more! If you've been considering an online element to your business or taking your business online, this episode is for you! Enjoy!

  5. 09/22/2025

    I am ready to take my business to the next level! How do I expand my offerings?

    We're back with episode 2 of the Send-Off Series! This episode is all about taking your business to the next level and expanding your offerings outside of group classes. Once you've been teaching yoga for a while, it's natural to start thinking about how to grow your business beyond group classes. While group classes are an amazing way to practice teaching, connect with students, and build community, they aren't the most sustainable way to make a full-time living as a yoga teacher... at least not on their own! In this episode, we dive into how you can take your yoga business to the next level with additional offerings, how to create a signature offering, what it takes to build a sustainable business you love, and more. Enjoy!

  6. 09/15/2025

    I just got my yoga teacher training! What's next?

    Welcome back to the podcast! In this first episode of the Send-Off Series, we're diving into an important topic for new yoga teachers: what's next after you finish your yoga teacher training. If you've just graduated your yoga teacher training and are wondering how to get started, what opportunities are available, or how to navigate the business side of being a yoga teacher, this episode is for you. We'll cover business essentials, ways to gain teaching experience, and practical steps to set yourself up for success as a new yoga teacher. Whether you're dreaming of teaching in a studio, running workshops, or building an online business, you'll walk away with clarity and inspiration for your next steps. Enjoy!

  7. 09/08/2025

    Life Update, Closing a Chapter & The Send-Off Series

    After a long maternity leave hiatus, we're back with a brand new episode of Mastering the Business of Yoga! In this week's episode, I'm giving you a life update and sharing how the last year on maternity leave has been, as well as giving you an update on the podcast and some information on the new episodes we'll be releasing this fall! Enjoy!

  8. 04/29/2024

    A Second Baby, Maternity Leave & What's Next for M.B.Om

    Welcome to the last episode of the season... and the last podcast episode of 2024! In this solo episode, I share that I am currently pregnant and getting ready to welcome a second baby girl to our family. With the transition from 1 to 2 kids, I've decided to take the rest of the year off to focus on motherhood and my family. In this episode, I share how and why I'm structuring my maternity leave differently this time around, when we'll be back, ways to continue following and supporting MBOm, ways to keep in touch and more! Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by OfferingTree. If you're interested in finding an all-in-one platform for online or in-person teaching, then you should check out OfferingTree. OfferingTree has been supporting M.B.Om for over a year now and I not only love the product but I also love the people. OfferingTree is providing special pricing for M.B.Om listeners, so be sure to visit offeringtree.com/mbom. My new yoga book is out now: www.mbomyoga.com/book In this episode: Being due for a second baby in June Wrapping up this season of MBOm and heading on maternity leave How I did maternity leave last time vs. how I'm doing it this time What's next for MBOm

    A Second Baby, Maternity Leave & What's Next for M.B.Om
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Mastering the Business of Yoga (M.B.Om for short) is a podcast was designed for new yoga teachers who want to create a successful career in yoga, but don't know where to start, or what to do. Each episode is hosted by yoga teacher & business graduate, Amanda Kingsmith, and features different, successful and inspiring yoga teachers who share their experiences in the yoga world, and the business lessons they have learned throughout their careers. Guests range from full-time yoga teachers, yoga studio owners, teachers who have branched off to create their own businesses, teachers who have developed their own teacher training, and much more.

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