Apr 15, 2026
In today’s episode, I break down what’s really happening before a parent decides to quit music lessons. It’s not about lack of interest or bad teaching. It’s about something far more subtle that most school owners completely miss.
If you’ve ever wondered why students leave even when lessons seem to be going...
Apr 6, 2026
In today’s episode, I sit down with Tim Topham to unpack why events feel productive but often don’t actually move your music school forward. If you’ve ever left a conference energized but found yourself back in the same place a few weeks later, this conversation will help you understand why and what to...
Mar 12, 2026
Most music school owners spend a lot of time watching their competitors.
What they charge.
What programs they offer.
What their website looks like.
But the schools that grow the fastest rarely obsess over competitors.
They obsess over their customers.
In this episode, Dave shares a powerful shift in thinking that can...
Feb 26, 2026
At first glance, most music schools look the same. Private lessons. Recitals. Qualified teachers. And yet, some schools quietly stall at 120–150 students… while others keep growing year after year.
In this episode, we unpack the real reason behind the plateau — and why it has nothing to do with marketing, talent,...
Feb 12, 2026
Hiring isn’t about filling a teaching slot. It’s about protecting your culture.
In this episode, I sit down with Luisa Rodriguez-Haag, Recruitment Manager at Ensemble Performing Arts, to unpack the biggest hiring mistake music schools make — and how to fix it before it costs you retention, morale, and your...