Artists often struggle to deal with failure because they strain themselves towards achieving everything. Here are a few tips to help you trust the process.
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Do your dreams a favor, and find ways to earn money that don't work against the career you're building. Working from home or on jobs that offer flexible schedules is one of the best ways to do that. Not sure where to look? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
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Sometimes obligations overlap, and we’re faced with some difficult decisions. When those challenging choices come flooding in, ask yourself these three questions to help you make a decision.
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David Winters has produced and directed over 80 feature films and over 200 television shows and TV movies, and is recognized as nothing short of an icon in the entertainment industry. Here's more on his new book.
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Since there are so many videos competing for everyone’s attention, it’s extremely important to create compelling videos that do what they’re intended to do. Check out these tips from a recent article I wrote for Dance Magazine to discover the secret to creating dance marketing videos people will actually want to watch.
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After you're booked, there’s a lot more work ahead of you. We all know to shine our hardest in auditions. Here’s what I wish I had realized when I booked the job…
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There's a decent amount of educating that needs to take place when it comes to pursuing dance as a profession. Discover the truth about 3 common dance career myths.
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Dancers know that we deserve proper compensation, and it’s time the rest of the world knows as well. Check out this list of tips and tricks on how performers, teachers, and choreographers can calculate their rates.
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With the awesome technology we now have at our fingertips, there are a number of ways you can use your craft to generate some extra income. Here are 7 ways to earn extra money as a dancer.
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I just couldn't take it anymore. So I quit. Well, that's what I intended to do. What actually ended up happening was something entirely different that essentially saved my career and gave me a new lease on life. Here are three things you should do when you feel like quitting.
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Since auditions are the doors to dance work, the strength of your auditioning will determine the strength of your career. Here are a few tips to help you strengthen your audition muscle.
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As creative entrepreneurs, we create our own goals, to-do lists, schedules, and more. Here are a few tips to help you stay focused, healthy, and happy in your career.
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If your social profile doesn't clearly and skillfully represent you as a working dancer, then chances are you've lost a job. Not to worry, here are a few photo shoot tips from a recent article I wrote for Dance Magazine.
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Finding dance work can be one of the trickiest parts of actually being a professional dancer. With that, we thought we'd simplify your search by compiling a list of over 25 jobs boards that publish dance and other arts notices.
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Within the arts, getting the work is half the struggle. Here I hope to provide you with a map of sorts for finding and retaining consistent work.
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It is imperative that as a dancer you consider your body, mind, and soul as well as a variety of revenue streams when building a sustainable career. Here are a few tips to help you nourish yourself and your career.
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Discover the one thing you should do now to start making your way towards success in your dance career.
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If you're entertaining the idea of creating the next big convention, check out these tips from Geena Ngaaje, choreographer, movement coach, and creator and executive producer of Dallas Hip-Hop Dance Festival.
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Here's a list of several dance organizations that provide valuable resources to support, develop, or enhance your career.
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Don't make the same mistake so many solopreneurs make time and again of relying solely on social media platforms to showcase your work. Here's a quick tip on why your web presence needs more than a few social media profiles.
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Whether you're feeling a bit nervous for your dancer or have complete confidence that they'll make it big, here are a few things you can do to help support them on the journey ahead.
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Just because you love dance and have a talent for it, doesn't mean you'd enjoy the hustle and bustle of making it your career. But those skills can serve you well in any career.
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Being a professional also calls for the use of wisdom in choosing the projects that are in your best professional or personal interest. Discover when it's best to walk away from your dance job.
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Ever NOT been paid for your work? Discover 5 ways you can protect your pockets from this type of misfortune.
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Find out what it means to trust the process and how to handle all the rejection your career pursuit will throw your way.
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So often dancers lack the professionalism that warrants the next job offer, and many times it's simply because they've never been taught what it means to be professional. If you want to set your dance students up for success, here are four ways you can help them develop a great work ethic.
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If you’re looking for a great way to take matters into your own hands, to give YOURSELF a break, and to launch (or relaunch) your professional career and personal life, then grad school might just be the next step for you.
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When it comes to auditioning and self-submitting, your materials can be the key to you getting the job or not. Keep reading to find out why it's so important for you to have your own website.
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If you're already certain that pursuing a professional dance life is the right move for you, you may want to consider planning your transition now. Here are five ways you can start preparing for dance life after graduation.
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Any one of us can be in business simply by filling a need. That's what Erin Carpenter, founder of Nude Barre, did. According to her feature in Dance Spirit, Erin turned one of her biggest dance problems into a successful business.
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Conferences are often viewed as a bit lofty for lesser known companies or independent choreographers. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look on how I built new connections and gained new career insight at a dance conference.
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What you believe about any given situation will always trump your actions surrounding it. Here are a few tips to help you level up your mindset, which will, in turn, help you level up your money too.
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Instead of fumbling through your journey until you find something that works, you should approach your dance career like the business that it is from the very beginning. Here are five things that every dancer should do when building their career.
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They live paycheck to paycheck, and are absolutely desperate for that next job because they don’t know if they’ll survive until it comes along. Budgeting. I don’t care if you’ve heard it or tried it before. This one actually
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Once you've been working for a bit, getting work becomes about more than just how well you move. Keeping some basic guidelines in mind will get you far, but here's the secret that will get you even further.
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We all know that there's no set path to becoming a professional dancer. Here's some insight to help you find your destination.
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Finding work as a professional dancer can be tricky, to say the least. Using the tips I'm about to share, not only was I able to find consistent work, but work also found me!
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Blogs allow you to share your thoughts with people all over the world. What's even cooler is that you can create and curate content on a particular topic and generate income while helping others at the same time. In fact, blogs have become businesses themselves, propelling their creators into entrepreneur status. Here are a few steps to help you start your dance blog and make money online.
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Paolo Coelho's best seller, The Alchemist, is so powerful because it lights the way for each of us to find our own personal legends. It's a tale of being open, flexible enough to change course, trusting yourself, trusting love, and following your heart. There are so many universal nuggets of wisdom and truth in this story, and the following quotes are my top five.
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How do we sustain our peace, purpose, and joy for the long haul? How do we push past mistakes? Learn how to dance through life, and let me teach you the steps.
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When you're able to move in and out of styles with ease and skill, you have the potential to be hired for more projects. In fact, I share a few suggestions on how to become a very hirable and diverse performer in the recent issue of Dance! North Texas, and I have a special snippet just for you!
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When performers are uber competitive, unwilling to help others, unwilling to share connections, or unwilling to share audition info...just to name a few...those are clear signs that something deeper is going on. In these cases, fear is back stage calling all the shots. Instead of letting fear put puppet strings on your personal and professional life, operate from this truth instead.
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Everyone has intense passion for the dreams they're waiting to come true, but that's just it...they're still waiting. They feel like they're ready, they're talented, and they're qualified, but their dreams jobs have yet to manifest. That's okay. Great things take time to come to pass.
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If you want to experience growth in your dance journey, then you need to be planted in a thriving dance community. Keep in mind, class isn't only for improving movement skills. It's also where you meet choreographers who could possibly be scouting for talent for their next job.
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Dancers know where to look for jobs and auditions. We know where to turn for classes. We may even know where to turn for help with taxes, insurance, etc. But it seems to me that we don't know where to find peace to help us weather the storms. Here are two strategies that have helped me maintain my peace while I'm waiting for my dreams to come true.
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What can you do to show some love to dance instructors who’ve worked so hard to help you become the phenomenal dancer that you are? Here is a list 6 Dance Class Don’ts. Avoid these mistakes to make sure you and your dance teacher have the best season possible.
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If you're experiencing anxiety in your life, just know that you're not alone. The anxiety does not define you, you define you. Make the choice to take your peace back. Not sure where to start? Here are a few suggestions.
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From great classes, to opportunities for professional advancement, to awesome performance opportunities, DHDF is something that every Hip-Hop head should experience, and it's exactly the type of Hip-Hop event that the media needs to scream about from the mountaintops.
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Have you ever worked your bum off for what seems like forever only to look around and see others getting exactly where you're you're trying to go? If you're there too, here are a few suggestions on how to maintain your integrity and perseverance for your own goals through your season of 'Forget-Me-Nots.'
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Last Friday night, I had one of the most magical nights I've had in a really long time. I had the extreme pleasure of attending the opening night of Dreamgirls at the Dallas Theater Center. Here's what I found unforgettable...
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Having a dance career can be about more than performing, choreographing, or teaching. There are many ways to incorporate your other interests into your dance career. Have an interest in writing? Check out what it takes to become a dance writer.
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Every dance career is different. What isn't different is how much hard work and dedication goes into making your dance dreams come true. These books are guaranteed to keep you inspired as you continue the road ahead.
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Industry choreographer Chuck Maldonado gives some great career advice. Five tips to help you level up your dance career.
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When people think of dance careers, they usually picture the on-stage jobs. But here are a list of 10 others.
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Auditioning is such a huge part of a professional dancer's career, so the info in this post is priceless. Valuable audition tips plus my worst audition ever. Okay, here's the story.
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Networking is vital in developing your professional dance career, and I've laid it all out in my book, The Freelance Dancer's Roadmap. The book outlines four key steps to getting work as well as a plethora of additional tips to help you along the way. Here's a sneak peek.
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"What has been your biggest obstacle as a working dancer?" My response may throw you for a loop. See for yourself.
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When it comes to building your dance career, the impressions you make are even more important. Developing relationships and leaving positive lasting impressions are essential to getting and sustaining work as a freelance dancer.
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When I started making money solely from my work as a professional dancer, tax time got so much more complicated. Get all your ducks in a row well before next year's tax season. Here are a few things I learned.
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My dance career pursuit was in the pits. Part of my trip to "Bitter-Town" and "Resentful-Ville" was funded by my winnings from the Dare-to-Compare game I was always playing. And it goes a little something like this...
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Check out the first of our chats where I talk about the real challenges we all face. First up: what to do after your gotten your college dance degree.
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<y ego wanted me to quit. So I did. Or at least I tried to. Learn from my mistakes. Don't let anything come between you and your dance career dreams.
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Even though my intentions may have been pure, my ego was keeping me from living my life to the fullest. Don't let your ego keep your from fulfilling your dance career dreams. Here's how.
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So there I was: emotions running high, tears streaming down my face, fighting to be heard and for the chance to follow my heart. My dreams of becoming a professional dancer were within reach, and I went for it.
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Creating a dance career is definitely not your cookie cutter career where you enroll in a training program and are guaranteed a job with a salary and benefits upon completion. Instead, choosing a dance career affords you the opportunity to create the life and jobs you want.
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Action. That's all it takes to officially start your dance career. Not sure what that means for you? Here are a few suggestions to help you jump start your dance career.
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Dance is the most spiritually fulfilling and rewarding endeavor. But making a sustainable, well-paid living from dance can be tough. Fortunately, there is a way to make it happen.
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