Balance for your life … Creativity for your studio.
Do you ever get the sense that your studio may be running you instead of the other way around? It is possible to have balance while running a creative studio. It just takes a little time. When I first started my studio, it was hard. I felt like there was no balance between my personal…
There are certain times of the year that keeping a balance between my studio & personal life seems almost impossible. Between registration, recital & end of year projects, creating balance is a challenge. Good thing I like a challenge.
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…
We are in uncertain times. Between coronavirus/COVID-19 & an upcoming recession things can feel pretty bleak. But, they aren’t. We are so fortunate to have a career where we have flexibility in how we work. We have much more control over things than we may think. That doesn’t mean there aren’t things we worry or stress…
Feeling underappreciated by clients happens to the best of us. But, there are ways to turn this around. Recently, I was at a birthday party & someone I hadn’t seen in a long time asked what I’d been up to. I briefly shared about a new project in my studio & that I was presenting…
It can sometimes feel as if your studio is taking over every aspect of your life, right? Especially in the early days or when you are expanding your studio quickly. But, this is not what you signed up for. Back when I taught in the school system, I would routinely work 60 hours a week. …
As much as we love the work we do, it’s important to take a break. May your home be filled with music, laughter and love this holiday season. From The Unfinished Lesson, wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas!