Innovation is the key to the growth of your business. Entrepreneurs are usually more apt to be innovators and as studio owners we are certainly entrepreneurs. Each year I am sure that you review your business and look at the …
These must have items keep looks up and stress down!
Too many people are under the misconception that only a select few are able to unleash a steady flow of creative genius. That is not true at all. The fact is, creativity is very much like a muscle that needs …
Posting video to a website or blog has become increasingly popular over the past year or two. Producing videos is easy, often times a handheld video camera is all that is needed. And websites, such as YouTube.com, make it easy …
YOU are the most successful ingredient in your marketing campaign. If you don't believe in your product or service, it will fail. No matter how small any event or accomplishment your school achieves, get the word out about it. Here’s …
How do you stay calm and composed and maintain self-esteem in a tough environment? Here are some tips you may to consider as a starter guide to self improvement.
When you are at work, do you get frustrated because things don't seem to be happening the way they’re supposed to be? You see people milling around, but nothing gets accomplished. And in the daily hustle and bustle, you feel …
Your vision is a powerful force. Think big and watch your business grow.
Last month we presented an article for dance teachers looking to start their own school. If you missed it, please read it in last month’s archives. Remember that just because you love to teach dance that does not mean you …
Communicating a student’s progress to their parents is a key factor in retaining students and an excellent way to keep class levels where you want them to be. It also helps your front desk staff to know at a glance …
Spring has arrived along with all the numbers that have to be choreographed for year end performances. If you teach at a studio that primarily focuses on students’ competition numbers, chances are that the choreography has already been set. For …
The following is an expert from Robert’s latest book 'How to Make Communication FUN!' Robert will be presenting his sought after seminars 'How to Make Communication FUN!', 'How to Make Customer Service FUN!' and 'How to Make Leadership FUN!' at …
Discipline is inherent in dance training and can sometimes be difficult to instill, especially with young dancers. Very often there is resistance in one form or another by students who perhaps do not receive much, if any, discipline in their …
Each year new students will enter the world of dance eager to learn jazz. While there are many styles of jazz, the same teaching principles hold true for each one, and they will make a big difference in your students’ …
