Hi Reader, I was thinking the other week that yoga teachers jobs will be safe with this new AI boom changing the face of the workforce and replacing jobs left-right-and-center. But are we? This is one of the many things I talked about with Amanda Paz this week on The All Mats Taken Yoga Business Podcast. Amanda is a yoga teacher, Yoga Biz Mentor, who's got a wee obsession with all things new tech and is a self-confessed early adopter so it was really fun hearing all of the ways she's been...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Hey Reader, The All Mats Taken Summit speaker lineup is finally ready to share, and I am seriously pinching myself about the incredible experts who’ve agreed to join us! I’ve carefully selected teachers, business mentors, and marketing specialists who understand the unique challenges we face as yoga teachers—people who won’t just tell you to “hustle harder” or use tactics that feel misaligned with yogic values. Here’s just a glimpse of who you’ll be learning from May 15-18: DAY 1: MINDSET &...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I’ll be honest (and you may have already heard me say this) but Instagram…scratch that…social media is not my favorite place to be. It’s just not how I spend my time naturally. I'm aging myself somewhat saying this but I didn't grow up with it. Facebook only came to be a thing for us in my late teens and I didn't have a smart phone till my mid-twenties (I was a late adopter however). I just never really got the hang of it personally so it's a challenge to force myself...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Business and marketing has been an ongoing fascination for me. It doesn't come naturally like some other things. This is one reason I started this community. I'm not a business coach, expert, or guru. I'm a brand/website designer and newbie yoga teacher/educator. I've got questions and like you, I’m seeking the answers. This week I came across a local retreat seeking yoga teachers and other holistic wellness professionals. It sounds like a great opportunity but I've never taught...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, For the past 6 months since having my boy asana has been a very minimal (practically non-existent) part of my life and routine. It's only been in the past few weeks now that he's sitting up on his own and a bit happier to play by himself with his newfound independence that I've been able to get back on my mat for Mums and Bubs classes once a week. While I missed being able to connect with my body in this way, this time also opened up space for me to explore the other limbs and more...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I created a tripping hazard in my room which I kept toppling over, reminding me to clean up my mess. But my time-constrained to-do list was pressuring me... Then saucha came to the forefront of my mind and I got to pondering, how could I infuse this concept into my daily life and business to help me grow and live in a state of more ease. That's what today's quick 10-minute episode is all about. It's an invitation to embody saucha in your business. 🎙️ Listen on Apple 🎙️ Listen on...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me if I could whip them up a website in a couple of days. Well, I'd have more dollars than I have today that's for sure. The thing is, I can as long as there are a few things in place first to actually make it worth the time and effort so it works for you and your business. Unfortunately, I don't think I've ever had someone ask me this and actually have these 4 things ready. So this is what today's podcast episode is all about 4 things...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, A heavy feeling sat like a boulder in the pit of my stomach as I walked into the dusty bell tent at a local community day wellness festival. In an hour I’d be teaching my first, public yoga class and I felt overwhelmed and daunted by the prospect. I’d taught small groups of friends before and it was always fun, but strangers were a different ballpark of emotions to navigate. The woman running the workshop before me had bright pink pigtails, sunflower overalls, and a warm Scottish...
10 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I'm knee-deep in diapers and sleep deprivation is at its peak. Running away to a tropical island feels like a mystical dream right now.This episode was recorded pre-baby, so listening back feels like an indulgence but Manu makes it feel possible!I've had the pleasure of chatting to Manu several times now and it's always a joy. He's a wealth of knowledge in the yoga retreat industry and he makes running and selling your own retreats feel practical and achievable rather than an...
11 months ago • 1 min read