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How to Rescue Yourself from the Pit of Despair (aka Unmet Goals)
Goals and success are not, in fact, mutually inclusive. You can meet NONE of your goals and still be successful. Goals are there to have a desired outcome to reach for, plans are there to have something to veer from. click here to discover how
Brick Walls Aren’t Machetes: Enforcing Strong Boundaries
When we are clear about what is non-negotiable behavior in our lives, we can gently build a brick wall that can withstand all kinds of weather. We don’t need to feel fear or become dysregulated because we feel empowered (maybe even safe?) inside our walls.
Resist Scarcity Mindset: It’s Not as Difficult as You Think
Do you find yourself constantly thinking about all the things you have to do and feeling overwhelmed? If so, then you may be suffering from scarcity mindset (the belief that there is never enough of anything to go around). This includes time, money, resources, etc. and can lead to feelings of anxiety, stress, and overwhelm.
Read on to explore ways you can resist scarcity mindset.
It’s Time for a Talk About Your Working Conditions
As people who employ themselves, Labor Day can seem irrelevant to us. It is not. On the heels of this past Labor Day weekend – whether you are in the USA or somewhere else in the world – have two conversations: one with your boss and one with your worker.
What’s In Your Hour: Your Definitive Guide to Pricing Your Services
“What’s In Your Hour?” is about empowering you to price your lessons, services and products based on the value you offer, not just the going rate.
Why It’s Imperative For Voice Teachers To Increase Rates Now
If voice teachers kept up with inflation, the numbers show we should be pricing our sessions between $250-$750. Let’s explore the data and reduce the guilt.
“Independent Contractor or Employee” Matters More Than You Know
Learn the difference between an “Independent contractor” and “Employee” in your Multi Teacher Studio – so that you can be sure that your workers are classified properly. You need to think about it and it’s important.
Michelle’s Advice for Singers Looking for Voice Teachers
Michelle answers the question: If I wanted to get voice/singing lessons, how would you suggest I look for a good teacher for me? Or a class? Where do a start? Get the answer here, and if you are a teacher, see if you are prepared to answer this question yourself!
How to scale your business with ethical pricing strategies
Michelle delivered a presentation on pricing at NATS 2022 that brought up the question: “How to scale your business using ethical pricing strategies.” Find out the answer here