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Many ballet dancers are afraid to imagine a future without the stage. Each week on Ballet to Business, Jordan Nicole interviews current and former ballet dancers who have created their own small businesses. Within each story, we talk about the hardships fought within the ballet industry, but also the incredible lessons learned along the way. Each guest shares what character traits ballet has instilled within them. These traits have set them up to not only brave, but furthermore succeed in life beyond the stage.

Ballet to Business Jordan Nicole

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    • 5.0 • 41 Ratings

Many ballet dancers are afraid to imagine a future without the stage. Each week on Ballet to Business, Jordan Nicole interviews current and former ballet dancers who have created their own small businesses. Within each story, we talk about the hardships fought within the ballet industry, but also the incredible lessons learned along the way. Each guest shares what character traits ballet has instilled within them. These traits have set them up to not only brave, but furthermore succeed in life beyond the stage.

    Emily Pearson of State of Bodhi - 039

    Emily Pearson of State of Bodhi - 039

    As Emily Pearson turned to Yoga to wind down after a taxing day of rehearsals as a Principal Dancer with Ballet West, she realized just how much of her time was spent living out of yoga clothes. Totally relatable! With athleisure on the rise, we all know how functional & comfortable yoga clothes can be, however are our purchases for ‘fast fashion’ the most ethical?
    Enter State of Bodhi, an organic and eco-friendly, zero waste fashion company for women and little ones.
     
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    • 54 min
    Coping in Quarantine - 038

    Coping in Quarantine - 038

    I know MANY of us are feeling this loss right now! Performances we were looking forward to, cancelled. Roles we were had been hoping to experience, no longer happening. Student showcases, senior performances both in high school and college.. It is loss and it is so disappointing.
    I understand this disappointment. And I know from experience it can either breed a root of bitterness inside of you or it can serve as a reminder to keep you focused on the current day you’ve been given rather than becoming bitter about what would’ve been.
    So in today’s episode I’ll be sharing what these 5 stages of loss have felt like in my own life and how you can effectively cope through them.  And then afterward, I’ll be sharing how I’ve personally have been going through this season of quarantine. 
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    • 33 min
    Discussing A Dancer's Plan B with Claudia Suarez host of Beyond the Corps - 037

    Discussing A Dancer's Plan B with Claudia Suarez host of Beyond the Corps - 037

    Today’s show is really special as my friend Claudia Suarez, a beautiful young, Venezuelan born dancer, is an incredible entrepreneur in her own right

    Not only was I inspired by her when I found her on Instagram, but I was impressed by her, because I then learned how she not only is pursuing ballet with full vigor, but she is an avid writer on her own blog and had started a podcast called Beyond the Corps, a podcast where she hosts meaningful, dance-related conversations.
    In this episode: Claudia and I discuss 'A Dancer's Plan B', is it possible to be prepared for the time of transition, why it's difficult, & tips on how to get started. 
    jordannicoleh.com/blog/adancersplanb

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Jordan Samuel Pacitti of Jordan Samuel Skin - 036

    Jordan Samuel Pacitti of Jordan Samuel Skin - 036

    On today’s show Jordan Samuel Pacitti shares how when he went on his own quest to learn how to clear his complexion, his passion for skincare turned into his post ballet career, as he founded his skincare company Jordan Samuel Skin.
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    • 58 min
    BONUS - How to Journal & Gain Clarity Amidst Confusion- 035

    BONUS - How to Journal & Gain Clarity Amidst Confusion- 035

    It's a difficult time in our world. Business as usual has been halted, theaters abandoned, performances cancelled, and a virus running rampant.
    And if you're feeling the loss, feeling disoriented and lonely, I understand.
    Through difficult seasons in my life I've turned to journaling and on today's episode I'll share with you 2 Journal Prompts to help you get pen to paper so you can gain clarity amidst all the confusion.
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    • 23 min
    Elana Roberts from farming to bookkeeping - 034

    Elana Roberts from farming to bookkeeping - 034

     On today’s show we have Elana Roberts with us, a San Francisco native who worked her way up through the San Francisco Ballet School from level one all the way to reaching the rank of soloist with the company.
    But it took leaving San Francisco to spend almost a year abroad studying in Italy, to truly help her see all the potential she had back at home waiting for her… from ballet to farming to bookkeeping, here’s Elana Roberts. 
    SHOWNOTES
    this episode of Ballet to Business is supported by 
    Jai-Dee-Dancewear 

    • 1 hr 1 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
41 Ratings

41 Ratings

sythomp ,

So fun!

I really enjoy the way you interview your guests. Your questions are very intuitive and your guests are so interesting! I wish I could hear you better. I can hear the guests but I have to really turn up the volume to hear you. Congrats and best wishes for continued success!!!

Kelsey from Austin❤️ ,

Masterfully produced, thought-proving, & inspiring!

This is not your average “turn on a mic and talk about stuff” podcast. Jordan masterfully weaves a narrative throughout each guest’s story in a way that pulls you in and leaves you inspired.

You’re incredible and what you do, Jordan! Thank you for creating this platform to showcase the amazing things passionate artists go on to do after their time in the ballet world!

balvaheath ,

One of my faves

Jordan, you are a gifted interviewer. As a non-ballet dancer obsessed with ballet for many years, I find your podcast to be one of the best, honest, and most creative out there. All the best to you, and thank you for your work!

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