I want to talk with you about a topic that is very often avoided, money in dance. We don’t talk about getting back what we are giving in every class. If you feel like you are not charging enough this is for you. I will share with you some tools to do the math and …
5 REASONS TO RAISE YOUR DANCE CLASS- PRICES AND HOW TO DO IT. Read More »
Your post has to answer these questions: what? When? Where? And Who? Tag everyone involved. Post every day at different times. – According to research that was made by Harvard University, 99% of your audience doesn’t know all the information that is in your brain. – Unconsciously, you think you are giving all the details, …
Have you heard things like: you can’t make a living out of dance, or maybe, you think this way, but how come some dancers are living their dream? They dance full-time, and they even travel around the world. Are they special? Do they have skills that you and I don’t have? I had the honor …
You might be skeptical about its existence, but allow me to share a brief anecdote. Last year, I had the honor to meet in person Bedros Keuilian, a self-made multi-millionaire, entrepreneur, and wonderful human. I noticed he was surrounded by men who had been part of his brotherhood for years. What I have seen through …
WHY IS SO IMPORTANT TO HAVE A STRONG SISTERHOOD? Read More »
You might have heard something like: the more you practice a specific dance style, the better you will become at it. While that’s 100% true, there are also some cons about dancing just one bellydance style and in the episode #11 we discuss this topic, but I’m going To leave you the list of reasons …
I have received comments like, you’re lucky to be naturally slender, you are lucky to be genetically thin. Let me tell you that after having my second daughter I gained a lot of weight, and I could have said, well it’s the mom body, it’s normal, it’s the age, but I didn’t and went back …
WHAT DO I DO TO GET IN GOOD SHAPE AND STAY IN GOOD SHAPE. Read More »
I had the pleasure of interviewing Elizabeth Medina, the visionary behind IndOriental Style Bellydance. Hailing from Spain, Elizabeth shared her fascinating story of immersion in Indian culture, a journey that spanned years and ultimately led to the creation of her unique dance style. Elizabeth Medina’s journey to creating IndOriental Style Bellydance is a powerful example …
Have you ever felt excluded or overlooked in a social setting? If so, you’re not alone. It’s common for advanced dancers to isolate themselves from beginners, creating an environment of superiority. I’ve personally experienced this firsthand. On the other side is the dancer who is unaware of behaving this way. It could be you, or …
YOUR EGO IS YOUR WORST ENEMY IN YOUR DANCE JOURNEY Read More »
When I started teaching, I used to think that getting my dance certification and being a good dancer was enough to teach. Over the years, I’ve learned that I wasn’t a good teacher because I wasn’t aware of all the traits I needed to get (besides the technical ones) to serve my students as they …
3 COMMON MISTAKES YOU SHOULD AVOID WHEN TEACHING DANCE Read More »
It’s something I’ve observed in the dance community, and frankly, it’s disheartening. When individuals steal ideas or creations from fellow dancers, it not only shows a lack of respect but also undermines their own reputation and potential success. Here’s the thing: copying someone else’s work might seem like an easy shortcut, but in the end, …
WHY DO WE OFTEN FEEL THE URGE TO MIMIC WHAT OTHERS ARE DOING? Read More »
