Google reviews are pure gold for any small business—they build trust, boost visibility, and help bring in more clients. But what about the art of giving an exceptional review? And what if responding to a glowing review leads to it being taken down?
In this episode, inspired by a client’s recent Google review mishap, we’re diving into:
- How to leave an outstanding Google review—a thoughtful one that stands out and helps the business shine.
- How to respond to reviews properly—so Google doesn’t flag or remove them (yes, it can happen!).
You’ll hear actionable tips like:
✨ Sharing your story in your review (who, where, why, and what).
✨ Highlighting specific details about the business’s product or service.
✨ Bonus points for including photos—especially with you in them!
For business owners, we’ll break down:
✅ Why mirroring the reviewer’s words makes your response stand out.
✅ What not to do—like commenting on personal details that could raise privacy concerns.
Stick around to the end to ensure every response you give builds relationships without risking your hard-earned reviews.
Whether you’re looking to spread some goodwill this season or improve your own review responses, this episode has everything you need.
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In 2009, Melissa Rose started her business,
The Dancing House, in the basement of her home. There, she taught the art of dance to students of all ages while her babies were right along with her, in the pack and playing. With passion, resilience, and tenacity - she created a business that has become "The Highlight of Your Week" for her tribe, her team, and her community, along with running a successful brick-and-mortar business and an
online dance membership.
Melissa's also a
visibility coach and consultant for other local brick + mortar businesses. Providing direction by leveraging SEO best practices, encompassing Google Business Profile optimization, blog writing, and email/text campaigns. When not inspiring or empowering, Melissa's a mama of five kiddos, enjoys long hikes and playing in her garden.
What is The Visibility Podcast?
The Visibility Podcast is for studio owners who are ready to build a business that works: without working themselves into the ground.
Hosted by dance studio owner, business strategist, and life coach Melissa Rose, this podcast goes beyond simply getting more students through the door. We talk marketing and visibility, of course. But we also talk pricing, profitability, leadership, team building, decision-making, boundaries, and what it really takes to grow a studio that supports the life you want to live.
Because the problem you "think" you have isn’t always the real problem.
With nearly two decades of studio ownership and strategies rooted in a proven framework, Melissa brings real-world experience, practical business strategy, and honest conversations about the very human side of entrepreneurship.
You built your studio because you love what you do. Now let’s make sure the business you built works for you, too.
More clarity. Better decisions. A stronger studio.