Practice Made Fun
Practice. It is a necessary part of learning any new skill. But, practice made fun? Really?
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How to Share a Folder in Google Drive
There are times when we need to send information on a regular basis to our clients. But, filling up their inbox is a surefire way of getting lost in the shuffle. There is a much easier & effective way. Shared folders! How do you share a folder from Google Drive to each family in your…
A Little Planning Goes a Long Way
No none wants to spend all of their vacation working on studio projects. But, no one wants to be flooded with work when they get back from vacation. So, what to do?
Thinking Outside the Box … Looking Ahead When Things are Uncertain
Wouldn’t it be great if you could look in a crystal ball to see what is coming up? It would certainly save a lot of time & wondering, wouldn’t it? But, alas it not meant to be. While looking ahead is important, we don’t get to know all the answers. And, that isn’t necessarily a…
Can We Truly Figure Out Everything?
As I write this, I look back on the last few months of the COVID pandemic. We had to pivot. And, we had to do so quickly. There was a lot of “Can I actually figure out everything?” And, after having experienced this massive pivot, I think the answer is a resounding “YES!” One of…
How to Make the Most of Your Summer Planning
We may take a “break” over the summer, but many teachers & studio owners also use this time to get ahead of the rush of a new semester. However, if you go, go, go all the time you run the risk of burning out before the rush even starts. How do you make the most…
How to Move Forward When Indecision Is Holding You Back
It can happen to the best of us. There are times when uncertainty and the unknown can seem like too much. When we aren’t sure what we’re going to do or what the best path forward is. What do you do when indecision is holding you back?
How to Build a Studio That Lasts
When you think about your studio, what comes to mind? A list of tasks that stretches so far in the future you just want to focus on this week. A studio that doesn’t feel like work, at least most days. The first mindset leads to a short-term view. But if you want to build a…
How to Motivate Students When Summer is on the Brain
Usually, June is filled with outdoor sports, end of year concerts, enjoying the patio & emerging from our cocoons. With the COVID pandemic, things look a little different this year. Or, do they? Students still want to be outside visiting with friends & take a more relaxed approach to their learning. How do we motivate…
Top 4 Tips to Keep Students Engaged All Music Lesson
This is the question EVERY teacher would love to hear at the end of each lesson. After all, a student who feels lesson flies by is much more likely to continue taking lessons & even tell their friends about how awesome piano is. Sure it can get a bit awkward when you get to listen to the following conversation.