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Coffee Talk: Season 3, Episode 28
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Michael Taylor.
From Second Row to Stardom: The Journey of Passionate Dancers
From Second Row to Stardom: The Journey of Passionate Dancers In the world of dance education, there's a question I often pose to my seminar attendees: "How many of you...
Investing in the Future: The Value of Preschool Dance Education
As dance studio owners, we often consider bringing in guest choreographers or master teachers to inspire and improve our best dancers. It's an enriching experience for everyone involved, but there's...
Adapting on a Dime
As teachers we can never have too many tools in our toolbox. Afterall, we never know how our students will respond to an activity we present. Will they be excited?...
Are You Really the Right Person for That Job?
In January of 2023 I delegated our social media presence. What has transpired is more than I could have imagined. When we took over the studio oh so many years...
Studio Essentials Kit
As we prepare to head back for another dance season, don't forget to create your studio essentials kit for each of your studio spaces. The studio essentials kit has anything...
Steps Toward Freedom as a Studio Owner
Just about every day I talk to other business owners and they share the up's and downs of ownership. We talk about recruiting, hiring, training and retaining staff and how...
Stepping into the Limelight
Hey there, dance teachers! The countdown has begun for an exciting new dance season. As the studio doors swing open, we have the incredible opportunity to inspire and uplift our...
It’s All About Vision
As I write this blog, I am sitting at a friend's home overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from his sprawling property in Nova Scotia on the east coast of Canada. What...
25 Last-Minute Easy Camp Crafts
Hosting a summer dance camp and still don't have a camp craft?? Don't worry, I've gathered 25 easy (and cheap) craft ideas to share with you today. Most of these...
Give AI a Try
I just wrapped up a great session of the Certificate of Dance Entrepreneurship program where I was discussing marketing with other studio owners and one of the fun topics we...
Maximizing Summer Break
As dance teachers, we have a unique opportunity to recharge and reflect on the past year's teaching experiences during the summer. It is a great time to analyze your teaching...
Rediscover Your Joy
You're in The Done Club, and it sure feels good. Doesn't it? People are singing the praises of the performances. Oddly, you're not even sure you want to hear it....
Everyone’s Succession Plan Looks Different
In March of 2022 I wanted out. Burnout was very real after two years of shutdowns, our business hanging in limbo and the sense that our hands were not steering...
Self Assess for Class Success
The hard work of the year may be over, but the most important work you could do as a teacher has arrived. Since the memory of your classes is still...
Summer Refresh
Don't you love when things get a refresh? Whether it's your home, your studio or organizing files, paperwork and information it's a great feeling. Here's my list of five things...
Building a Strong Classroom Community
Building a strong and vibrant community within a dance classroom requires a deliberate focus on creating a positive culture, nurturing environment, and recognizing the power of shared values. By fostering...
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 19
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Melissa Hoffman.
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 18
Play Video We are excited to welcome Michelle Loucadoux, representing Danscend, an organization committed to bringing mental wellness to the forefront of performing arts training by providing a space for...
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 17
Play Video By combining her two loves, African Dance and Personal Development, Audrey has helped transform women of all ages into empowered Goddesses destined for greatness.
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 16
Play Video Three studio owners at three different stages of studio ownership. Whatever stage you are at, this Coffee Talk will make you think and inspire you.
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 15
Play Video Dance is for everyone! We are excited to welcome Eric, who continues to break boundaries when it comes to self-confidence and body image. Every body is a dance...
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 14
Play Video Mentoring teachers and studio owners is what Stacey is all about. Joining us from Australia, she will inspire and share her experience and passion for the dance education...
3 Ways to Get to the Finish Line
We're almost there, teachers! I find the last couple of weeks of the season to be some of the most challenging. Between the stress of recital coming quickly to the...