I think it’s always helpful for us teachers to look into other professions to see how they handle things like missed payments, missed appointments, and such things. I’m in a great place to do that these days with school aged and […]
And You Thought MY Makeup Policy Was Severe! Read More »
My son recently studied limericks in school. I love the sounds of everything from music notes to words and have been known to annoyingly say a word over and over just because I like it’s sound…never mind its meaning! So for
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Ever since I began presenting the “Best Stress-free Business Practices” workshop, I’ve had teachers asking me all kinds of advice on best business practices. But although I love giving practical advice for makeup lessons, tuition structures, overscheduled students, flex time,
Do You Know Where You Are Going? Business Plans Read More »
[Note: This post is tongue in cheek, but it’s an unusual way to present these issues that tends to speak more clearly.] You know I advocate eliminating make up lessons (except in extreme circumstances), but here are reasons you should consider makeup
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We recently had two major snow storms in our area. 14 inches were dumped the first time and 7 inches the second time! These storms were back to back, piling snow on snow and making my entire community a bit
Flex Weeks: Taking Time off for Snow Days, Jury Duty, & Illness Without Losing Income Read More »
How do you prorate tuition for piano students who do not conveniently start lessons at the beginning of the year? Many teachers participating in the live and recorded Best Stress-free Business Practices for Your Studio workshops ask this important question. These teachers
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This is the last of the exciting iPad articles that have been so well written by Leila Viss. You definitely don’t want to miss reading the previous posts if you are the least bit interested in using an iPad for
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In this article by Leila Viss, you will learn what “apps” are, where to find and purchase them and the basic apps essential for you and your studio. Be sure to read iPad 101: Should I Purchase an iPad for
iPad 102: A Starter Kit of Apps for Your Studio Read More »
Considering an iPad? For the next month, we’ll be featuring a series of articles by Leila Viss to help you make up your mind. Leila has a wonderful way of organizing this kind of information and the fact that she’s
iPad 101: Should I Purchase an iPad for my Studio? Read More »
Piano tuition made easy! No more charging by the week, learn how to create a firm policy for piano tuition and tips on implementing it in your studio.
No More Charging Lessons “By the Week!” – Piano Tuition Made Easy Read More »
The Great Fuzzy Event of 2026!
You will not believe what we released at this premier event! Four new Fuzzies solos, a new and FREE incentive program, summer ideas, new resources and so much more! Even the replay is super fun!
