The Profitable Play Podcast

Michele Caruana
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The Profitable Play Podcast

If you own or manage an indoor play center, play cafe, indoor playground, family entertainment center, mobile soft play rental business or really any business that serves local children and families, and you want to operate with more EASE and JOY, all while making the living you dreamed of– I created the profitable play podcast just for you. Join me, your host, Michele Caruana, for small but mighty tips every single weekday that will all add up to a BIG impact on your mindset, your business, and your bottom line. Stick with me to keep the PASSION and GROW the profit in YOUR play-based business

  1. 13 DÉC.

    316: 6 Proven Tips to Boost Last-Minute Holiday Sales for Your Indoor Playground

    Schedule an Aluvii Demo: aluvii.com/play-cafe-academy Read this episode's blog article: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/last-minute-holiday-tips OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2025 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Schedule an Aluvii Demo: aluvii.com/play-cafe-academy Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    26 min

  2. 2 DÉC.

    315: Recorded Coaching Call With Playgrounds Play Cafe Owner Natalie Goodall

    In today's Profitable Play Podcast episode I have a coaching call for you to listen in on with Natalie Goodall, owner of Playgrounds Cafe and at the time this was recorded Natalie had been open for just under 5 months. In this call we cover things like: -how to choose a business focus -how to maximize the revenue obtained from parties already booked -how to fill empty party slots -how to expand your event revenue to other types of events like family reunions, baby showers, nfl watch parties, and more -how to maximize high-traffic holiday weeks in your business -how to motivate your staff to sell more, communicate with one another effectively, and work together to move the business forward- even if they are all working different shifts and schedules And Natalie has a unique perspective because she actually works full time in addition to owning her indoor playground (which is fully staffed for the most part)-- so if you are wondering what working full time while owning a business looks like in real life, this is a great episode to tune into. Playgrounds Cafe IG: https://www.instagram.com/playgrounds_cafe/ Playgrounds Cafe Website: https://www.playgrounds-cafe.com/ OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2025 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    1 h 4 min

  3. 18 NOV.

    313: Pivoting From A Play Cafe To A Micro-school With Cultivate Studio Owner Sydney Loper

    In today’s episode because we are getting into another hot topic amongst families and the play and education industries in general and that is the concept of Microschools. Now by definition, a Micro-shcool is a small, independent learning community that typically serves a limited number of students. These schools are characterized by personalized, student-centered education that is often tailored to the needs, interests, and pace of the individual students. Sydney Loper, owner of Cultivate Studio is one of my OG Play Cafe Academy– i helped her open her doors was back in 2019- so this interview is even nearer and dearer to my heart than normal. During and after the pandemic, though, Sydney felt like she was being called to a different business model. In this conversation Sydney is going to share why she made this pivot, how she got started, what needed to change about her space in order to make this shift possible, what her day to day and family life looks like now compared to when she was an indoor playground owner, what this pivot has meant for her financially, how her school and team have grown over the last 3 years of running her programs, what skills were able to really translate from play cafe ownership to Microschool ownership, and what she loves most about operating a Microschool. She is also going to share some of the mistakes she made along the way and tons of advice for anyone feeling Microschool curious or similarly called to this model . EDITORS NOTE: I incorrectly referred to Sydney's business as Cultivate Academy in the introduction and outro of this episode- my apologies! The correct name is CULTIVATE STUDIO. Sydney's Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/microschoolmakersociety Sydney's Website: www.cultivatestudiosmobile.com Episode 275 With Microschool Owner Alera Owens: https://bit.ly/4giSvzN OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2025 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    55 min

  4. 4 NOV.

    311: Recorded Coaching Call with Nicole Heritage, Owner of Magnolia Play Cafe

    In this episode I'm joined by Nicole Heritage, the owner of Magnolia Play Cafe in Louisiana. We recorded this coaching call back in July, just a few weeks after Nicole opened her doors. In this conversation, we dive into Nicole’s vision for her business, the challenges she faced during the opening process, and her invaluable advice for new business owners. During our coaching session, we explore three main topics: Retaining Memberships: Strategies to maintain memberships through slow seasons.Booking More Birthday Parties: Tips for attracting bookings even when your business is new.Email Marketing: Accelerating email list growth, engaging your audience, and using email marketing to boost sales. Additionally, we touch on other important aspects like Instagram growth and stepping away from day-to-day operations. Check out the show notes for links to Nicole’s website and social media to see these tips in action! Tune in for practical insights and actionable advice that can help you grow your indoor play business. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Episode 1 (Creating an Email Opt In): https://bit.ly/3E5WU7D Episode 2 (Creating a Welcome Email Sequence): https://bit.ly/4cFRCyr Book More Birthdays Challenge: https://www.michelecaruana.com/birthdaychallenge Annual Membership Sales: https://bit.ly/4cG5uZu Magnolia Play Cafe: Website: https://magnoliaplaycafe.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magnoliaplaycafe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themagnoliaplaycafe OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2024 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    1 h 9 min

  5. 21 OCT.

    309: Navigating Year One in Business With Playgrounds Cafe Owner Mackenzie Tyson

    In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of opening a brick-and-mortar play cafe with Mackenzie Tyson, owner of Playgrounds Play Cafe in Ohio. Mackenzie shares her experiences from the first seven months, including the hurdles of launching a business, unexpected expenses, and slower-than-expected bookings. We discuss the importance of pivoting and optimizing your business model, especially focusing on improving party and membership offerings for increased revenue. Tune in as Mackenzie opens up about her vision for Playgrounds Play Cafe and the reality of managing a new business. We also explore the necessity of staying agile, continuously learning, and being ready to make necessary changes to achieve success. Whether you're an aspiring play cafe owner or navigating your first year, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips. Mackenzie's Website: https://www.playgrounds740.com/ Mackenzie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/playgrounds740/ OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2024 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    1 h 6 min

  6. 14 OCT.

    308: How Indoor Playground Owners Can Get Sponsorships from Local (And Non-Local!) Businesses

    Two of the biggest roadblocks we face as indoor playground and play cafe owners are funding and sustaining cash flow- right? We need the money to get our business started and launched successfully and we need a constant flow of money to keep our business running. And one tactic to help overcome either or both of these roadblocks that I feel is pretty underutilized is B2B sales in the form of business sponsorships.  In this episode I break down exactly what I mean by "business sponsorships", give you TONS of ideas and examples of what this might look like in real life, AND my best tips for putting your BEST pitches out there and getting as many "YES" responses as possible. BLOG for this episode with all episode links: https://www.michelecaruana.com/blog/get-play-area-sponsors OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2025 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    55 min

  7. 7 OCT.

    307: Are Your Retail Items And Vendors Compliant With Safety Standards? Find Out Now With The Toy Coach Azhelle Wade.

    In this episode of the Profitable Play Podcast, we dive into the crucial steps every indoor playground owner must take to ensure a safe and profitable holiday season. With the gifting season fast approaching, it’s essential to not only curate an appealing retail inventory but also to vet your vendors thoroughly. Your reputation is on the line, and selling unsafe or non-compliant products can have serious consequences. We welcome back a fan-favorite guest, Azhelle Wade, AKA The Toy Coach, to guide you through the process of vendor vetting and toy safety. Azhelle shares her expertise on how to ensure that the toys and products you stock meet all safety standards, especially if you’re considering handmade goods or working with local vendors. She also provides actionable tips on reducing your liability as a retailer, so you can protect both your business and your customers. Episode Notes & "Cheat Sheet": Key Takeaways: Why vendor vetting is crucial for your business’s reputation and safety.Step-by-step guidance on ensuring toy safety and compliance with industry standards.Special considerations for handmade goods and local vendors.How to minimize risk and liability during the holiday season. Azhelle's Safety Bundle: Azhelle's Website: https://www.toycreatorsacademy.com/ Azhelle's IG: https://www.instagram.com/thetoycoach/ OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Getting Started YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfYkEnvPJdo&list=PLKNxpFOU7ITc6BrH_EHl4DuHqWqdUoTZU What's Working 2024 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Socity: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    47 min

  8. 30 SEPT.

    306: Enhancing Accessibility in Your Playground: Insights from Inclusion Specialist and Advocate Kayla Coburn

    In this essential episode of the Profitable Play podcast, host Michele Caruana sits down with Kayla Coburn, Inclusion Specialist and Educational Consultant and the owner of Inclusion Starts Now, to explore how indoor playground owners can make their spaces more accessible for all children. Kayla shares her expertise on creating inclusive environments that cater to diverse needs, ensuring every child can enjoy and benefit from the play experience. She offers actionable tips on modifying layouts, choosing adaptive equipment, and training staff to be more aware and supportive of inclusion efforts. Join us as we discuss the importance of accessibility in fostering a welcoming community, and learn how to transform your playground into a space where every child feels valued and included. Kayla's IG: https://www.instagram.com/inclusionstartsnow/ Kayla's Website: https://www.inclusionstartsnow.com/ More Episodes about Inclusion and Accessibility: Episode 93: https://bit.ly/41eRMHc Episode 94: https://bit.ly/3yuISMW Episode 95: https://bit.ly/4dS4m6y Episode 96: https://bit.ly/4ayeJcW MORE RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD What's Working 2024 Guide: http://bit.ly/3GwXQAS Web Design Services- Book A Free Call: https://www.michelecaruana.com/play-cafe-business-web-design-services Fund Your Indoor Play Business: http://bit.ly/38KbYbz Courses & Consulting: http://bit.ly/3N7bPAI Indoor Playground Business Courses: https://bit.ly/37yCxAC Michele’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Ia4PTK Michele’s Website: https://www.michelecaruana.com YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3JDkSe7 FREE 14-DAY Active Campaign Trial: https://bit.ly/3rjp5bP ETSY Template Shop: https://bit.ly/40RF5D4 Recession Prep Playlist: https://www.michelecaruana.com/recessionprep Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fD Questions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com  Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF My POS System-Of-Choice: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademy

    51 min
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If you own or manage an indoor play center, play cafe, indoor playground, family entertainment center, mobile soft play rental business or really any business that serves local children and families, and you want to operate with more EASE and JOY, all while making the living you dreamed of– I created the profitable play podcast just for you. Join me, your host, Michele Caruana, for small but mighty tips every single weekday that will all add up to a BIG impact on your mindset, your business, and your bottom line. Stick with me to keep the PASSION and GROW the profit in YOUR play-based business

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  • Création
    Michele Caruana
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    327
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    © 2024 Profitable Play All Rights Reserved.
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