Making New Year’s resolutions is easy. Keeping them is hard. One key is to choose resolutions that make a tangible difference in your life.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #013: Tips For Job Transitions
Whether you’re just getting started in music education or are thinking about a new position, you likely have questions about getting a job.
Sharing Data with Parents
Parents are as unique as students – and teachers. Many are very invested. Some won’t attend a single concert all year.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #012: Live from NAfME!
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the 2017 NAfME National In-service Conference. It was the experience of a lifetime.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #011: Classroom Management
Since launching the Music Ed Mentor Podcast in June, I’ve tried to keep topics focused on improving the lives of music educators “off the podium.” There are many great podcasts that can help you refine curriculum and have great rehearsals, but not so many that focus on how we can improve life outside of class time.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #010: Showmanship
You always strive for truly memorable, enjoyable performances. Concert logistics play a huge role in making sure the show goes off without a hitch, and great rehearsals ensure the music is performed at the highest level.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #009: Performance Logistics
Do you have an upcoming concert or recital? Putting on a great event means mastering communication, motivation, marketing, and technology.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #008: Your Fundraising Questions Answered
The number one frustration most teachers face is a lack of funding. Most teachers turn to fundraising to overcome this frustration, but most fundraisers come with their own challenges.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #007: Marketing Your Music Program
Marketing your music program can help make sure that parents and administrators can see the value of your program, build community relationships (including with local businesses), and improve your fundraising efforts.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #006: 10 Ways to Make Your Administrator Love You (Part 2)
Last time on the Music Ed Mentor podcast, Bruce Rockwell and I discussed some ways to improve your relationship with your administration.