Category Archives: Piano Teaching Business

If you had to sum up your mission as a piano teacher, could you?  Could you clearly define what it is you believe in, what it is you offer and “who” you are as a teacher? If not, follow along! Having … Continue reading »

If you’re lazing in a recliner with an iced tea in hand you may not be inclined to read this… but I suggest you do!  Because while the summer months in piano studios are traditionally a bit more laid back … Continue reading »

Have you heard of Zappos?  It’s an online shoe company.  What does this have to do with piano teaching?  Lots! Picture this:  You’re vacationing in Vegas when you realize you forgot to pack your favorite shoes. But that’s okay, because … Continue reading »

If you have a roster of piano students chomping at the bit to find a place in your piano studio you know the feeling of security that comes from having students waiting in the wings; because with a waiting list … Continue reading »

As you no doubt guessed, the title of this post alludes to the age-old saying, ‘Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer’, which has probably left many of you also wondering if I think you should view your fellow … Continue reading »

That title got your attention, didn’t it!?  I personally live in an area where hourly lesson rates are eons away from being anywhere near $100 per hour;  but I will be enjoying this wage increase next Wednesday and Thursday.  Want … Continue reading »

And start worrying about how much you deliver.  If you deliver piano lessons with tremendous value; if your students feel overwhelmed with joy and satisfaction, and if your piano parents are amazed and astonished at your hard work, dedication, and … Continue reading »

In our day-to-day work with this blog Trevor and I connect with a lot of piano teachers;  piano teachers from close by, and piano teachers from as far away as Bulgaria.  It’s a funny profession in that almost every single … Continue reading »