347: Quick Strategies To Finish the Year Strong Even After a Slow Black Friday
The Profitable Play PodcastShow Notes
If your Black Friday weekend fell flat or December sales feel slower than expected, this episode is for you.
In this episode, I share proven, mid-December strategies that boost revenue quickly and with minimal stress. From annual membership offers to 2025 party pricing, holiday break camps, summer camp gift cards, retail live sales, low-lift holiday events, and more — you’ll learn exactly what works now, why it works, and how to implement it at your indoor playground or play café business.
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In this episode, you’ll learn: Why December often feels busy but not profitable How annual membership sales generate thousands in a week What email sequence converts existing monthly members How to sell 2026 parties right now — even if parents don’t have a date yet Why holiday break camps are a revenue lifesaver How to sell summer camp gift cards even before your program is finalized A unique and fun way to clear out retail inventory using live video Low-lift event ideas that sell out, especially for baby families How to pick ONE initiative at a time to avoid overwhelm The mindset shift that makes all these strategies work: ease > price Links: Learn more or join Play Cafe Academy and Play Maker Society Live Event Waitlist Episode referenced: Low-Lift Holiday Events That Actually Sell Out Episode referenced: Customer Avatars 101 Aluvii Demo With PCA Discount!
OTHER RESOURCES: Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society Getting Started With Your Play Cafe [YouTube Video Playlist] What's Working In The Indoor Play Industry 2025 Guide Fund Your Indoor Play Business [Free Training] Indoor Play Courses & 1:1 Consulting Waitlist Michele’s Instagram Michele’s Website Play Cafe Academy YouTube Channel ETSY Template Shop Prepare Your Indoor Playground For a Recession Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society Questions and Support: [email protected]
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