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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...
Dance Competitions and Life Lessons: A Deeper Perspective
The day after a long weekend competition, it's natural to reflect on your dancers' performance and the results achieved. Maybe they did exceptionally well, or perhaps it wasn't their best...
Empowering Through Belief: The Dance Teacher’s Secret to Student Success
Empowering Through Belief: The Dance Teacher's Secret to Student Success As dance teachers and studio owners, we understand that maintaining a positive culture is more than just a nice-to-have; it's...
Coffee Talk: Season 3, Episode 27
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Ashley Canterna Hardy.
Preparing the Future of Your Studio
Preparing the Future of Your Studio Having a staff that can operate independently and answer questions correctly is a sign of a highly capable and valuable team member. It indicates...
Fall Dance Class Motivation
As the autumn season approaches, dance teachers often find themselves facing the challenge of keeping their students motivated amidst the distractions that come with back-to-school activities and impending holidays. Nurturing...
Coffee Talk: Season 3, Episode 26
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Brian & Faye Foley
Coffee Talk: Season 3, Episode 25
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Michelle Soutier
Coffee Talk: Season 3, Episode 24
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Liz Imperio
Let’s Create: Dance Composition
Play Video DOWNLOAD ACTION CARDS Andrea Trench is dedicated to helping dance teachers create and deliver content that is research-based and developmentally appropriate for children under the age of 6. Her...
Fourth Quarter Thoughts
Amongst the various business owners groups I've heard many experts talking about ramping up and smashing your goals in the 4th quarter of 2023, kickstarting your new year, Black Friday...
Rediscovering My Passion for Writing
Hello, everyone! I'm beyond thrilled to launch this blog and reconnect with my lifelong love for writing. Let me take you on a journey back to where it all began....
Healthy Fall Snack Ideas for Dancers
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and orange, and the crisp autumn air settles in, dancers everywhere are gearing up for a season filled with performances, rehearsals, and...
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 22
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Hedy & Liza Perna & Patty & Aubrey Neal
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 21
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Anna Marie Leo & Ashley Litwin.
Coffee Talk: Season 2, Episode 20
Play Video Check out this special Coffee Talk episode featuring Drew Burgess, Michael Taylor, and Andrew Nemr.
Let’s Explore! Improvisation for All Ages
I am a big believer that every class we teach, no matter the age, stage of development, or style of dance, should include improvisation. Every time we make space...
Dance Studio Safety
One of the best practices for studio ownership is having regular systems of safety reviews and checks to ensure a safe workplace for your employees, a safe place for your...
Best Advice I Ever Received
Best Advice I Ever Received I am a person who gobbles up and collects quips, one-liners, quotes, and verses. I love gems of acuity, profound notions, and clever revelations. Most...
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...