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Knowing Your Worth (Without the Drama)
"Knowing your worth isn't about walking into a staff meeting with demands. It's about walking into your work with clarity." A Conversation Years in the Making Earlier this Spring, I...
Emotional Resilience: A Skill We All Need
"Life doesn't get easier-you just get better at handling difficult situations." What I've Learned About Emotional Resilience One thing that I've learned as I grow personally and professionally is what...
Keep Everyone Engaged: Fun and Focused Caregiver & Tot Dance Class Activities
Consistent Lesson Planning is Key When planning my early childhood dance classes, I always build activities around a consistent lesson plan framework. This approach not only creates a reliable structure...
Making the Most of Your Show Lobby
Use your recital theater lobby as a place to make your entire studio shine! Your Show Lobby is a First Impression When it's showtime, we focus so much of our...
Elevating Dance Education: Values, Community, and Impact
Elevating Dance Education: Values, Community, and Impact In the world of dance, competition is undeniably a part of what we do, but it should never be the sole focus. Dance...
Asking for Feedback Without Getting Your Feelings Hurt
Many business owners would love to get positive or constructive feedback from their customers and staff alike, but most would agree that that the negative feedback - or worse -...
Your 24-Hour Brochure: Selling Dance Classes Around the Clock
Your 24-Hour Brochure: Selling Dance Classes Around the Clock In today's digital age, your dance studio's website is more than just an online presence - it's your 24-hour brochure, always...
Filling Your Cup Assignment
As I connect with more dance studio owners, I find myself thinking about the metaphorical "cup" we carry with us - our Cup of Joy, let's call it. It seems...
Unlocking the True Value of Dance: More Than Just Great Moves
Unlocking the True Value of Dance: More Than Just Great Moves Are you a dance teacher or studio owner eager to attract more students and parents to your classes? While...
The True Art of Choreography: Making Every Dancer Shine
The True Art of Choreography: Making Every Dancer Shine In the world of dance, choreography is an art form that transcends trends and awards. It's not about following the latest...
Five Essential Lessons on Perseverance Our Dance Students Need to Learn
In the ever-changing landscape of a post-pandemic world, our students are facing unique challenges that call for resilience and determination. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted routines, affected mental health, and...
The Price of Gossip: Choose Growth Over Gabs in Dance
The Price of Gossip: Choose Growth Over Gabs in Dance In the bustling world of dance, where schedules are often jam-packed and to-do lists never-ending, time is a precious commodity....
Five Books that Revolutionized My Teaching
I am always on the hunt for professional development resources. Whether it's books, podcasts, webinars, online courses, or in-person training, I'll never pass up the opportunity to learn from others....
Beyond Awards: Celebrating the Blessings of Dance Education
Beyond Awards: Celebrating the Blessings of Dance Education As parents and teachers, we often find ourselves celebrating the achievements and successes of our children. We cheer them on during dance...
From Questioning to Shining: The Dance of Confidence
From Questioning to Shining: The Dance of Confidence Confidence, that elusive and often sought-after trait, is a peculiar thing. It doesn't follow a fixed schedule or hang around constantly like...
Lighten Your Load
People have often said to me "I don't know how you do it!" Friends and family assume that I have too much on my plate and while yes, there are...
Nurturing Positivity in Dance Class: Ending on a High Note
Nurturing Positivity in Dance Class: Ending on a High Note As dance educators, we understand that every moment in the studio is a chance to shape our students' perception of...
Empowering Lives through Dance
As owners and instructors of a studio, our primary focus is rightfully on the well-being of our students. We deeply care about their physical and mental health, as well as...
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?...
Embracing Change: A Path to Growth and Excitement
Embracing Change: A Path to Growth and Excitement Change is the only constant in life, an absolute that we all inevitably face. Yet, how we approach change can significantly impact...
Year-End Financial Fixes
This time of year is perfect for fixing your studio finances because decisions and changes made in November and December can be fully implemented in the new year, freeing up...