LOU CARLILE’S SUCCESS STORY
Teaching Less, Leading More: How Lou Grew Her Team, Expanded Revenue, and Found Balance
Key results
🎯 From 45 to 84 classes a week—more students, more impact
⏰ Cut her workload from 95% to 55%—more freedom, less stress
🛠️ Grew her team from 3 to 9 staff members—delegating without guilt
💡 Launched a professional development program—unlocking a new income stream
🤝 Developed clear systems and processes, allowing her to step back and manage the business efficiently
🏆 Reignited her passion—running the business like a CEO, not an overworked manager
Intro: From Stuck to Scaling with Confidence
Lou was doing it all—teaching, managing admin, coordinating schedules, and handling every little issue that came up. She loved the work, but working 95% in the business meant she was always on call. With four children and elderly parents to care for, the constant grind was draining her energy and joy.
The business was growing fast, but without the right systems or processes, Lou found herself putting out fires every day. The website needed a complete overhaul, and there were no clear workflows to make things run smoothly when she wasn’t involved. Burnout was looming, and Lou knew that if she didn’t find a better way, the business—and her well-being—would suffer.
The Turning Point
Lou hit her tipping point when she realised doing it all wasn’t sustainable. She couldn’t keep grinding without something breaking—whether it was her business or her health. That’s when she decided to invest in the right support.
After hearing about Ange’s no-BS, systems-driven approach, Lou knew she was the coach she needed. In their first session, Ange helped Lou shift her mindset: success doesn’t mean doing it all yourself. It’s about building a team and creating systems that let you step back without guilt. With this clarity, Lou was ready to restructure her business, lighten her load, and step into her role as CEO.
Solution: How Lou Transformed Wee Make Music
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Tailored Coaching & Accountability:
Ange’s 1:1 coaching gave Lou the clarity she needed to set goals and stay on track. Regular check-ins kept her accountable, ensuring she focused on what really mattered instead of getting lost in busywork.
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Systems for Smooth Operations
They worked together to build workflows and processes that made the business run efficiently—whether Lou was there or not. This gave Lou the freedom to step back from day-to-day operations without worrying about things falling apart.
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Expanding the Team with Confidence
With Ange’s guidance, Lou grew her team from 3 to 9 staff members, delegating more tasks and trusting her team to take the reins. This shift allowed her to focus on high-level strategy and growth.
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Launching a New Income Stream
Ange helped Lou create and launch a professional development program for early childhood educators. This new offering not only brought in extra revenue but also reignited Lou’s excitement for the business.
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Shifting into CEO Mode
Lou’s biggest breakthrough was embracing her role as a true CEO. She let go of perfectionism, stopped micromanaging, and created boundaries that allowed her to balance business growth with family time.
Results: A Thriving Business and Renewed Passion
🎯From 45 to 84 Classes a Week
Lou scaled her offerings significantly, reaching more children and families while maintaining quality.
⏰Cut Her Workload from 95% to 55%
With systems and a team in place, Lou finally had time to focus on growth—and herself.
🛠️Grew Her Team from 3 to 9 Staff Members
Lou built a solid, reliable team, freeing herself from being involved in every little task.
🤝New Income Stream from Professional Development Programs
The new program added stable revenue and gave Lou a sense of renewed purpose.
🤝Reignited Passion and CEO Mindset
Lou now leads her business with confidence, balance, and joy—running the business on her terms, not the other way around.
Ready to Create Your Own Success Story?
Lou built a thriving business, expanded her team, and reignited her passion—without sacrificing her time or sanity. Now it’s your turn.
If you’re ready to step away from burnout and build a business that works without you hustling 24/7, let’s make it happen.
In just 30 minutes, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back and map out the steps to move you forward—no fluff, just real action. It’s time to reclaim your time, freedom, and joy.
