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Positive Influence vs. Psychological Manipulation in the Voice Studio

by Michelle Markwart Deveaux | Jan 26, 2023

Where’s the line between helping another person change their behavior and manipulating them into changing their behavior?

Brick Walls Aren’t Machetes: Enforcing Strong Boundaries

Brick Walls Aren’t Machetes: Enforcing Strong Boundaries

by Michelle Markwart Deveaux | Nov 17, 2022 | Business, Inspiration, Success

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.

How to Have (and implement) Boundaries During the Holidays

How to Have (and implement) Boundaries During the Holidays

by Michelle Markwart Deveaux | Nov 17, 2021 | Business, Inspiration

Every year, I read multiple comments and stories about what it’s like to run a voice studio during the holidays. We are singers, after all, and even now in the semi in-person/semi-virtual world, we add performing, extra worship/church services, prepping students...
Voice Teachers: Stop Blaming the Students

Voice Teachers: Stop Blaming the Students

by Michelle Markwart Deveaux | Jul 7, 2018 | Business, Success

We blame our students for our voice studio frustrations, but how can we be more response-able? Each and every complaint we have about our students can be solved with one thing…

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