Today, Christina chats with Florence Phillips, a teacher from Pennsylvania who took action on a rather intense dream to teach group piano classes in a maximum security prison. This is a conversation NOT to be missed. Find links to related episodes, additional resources, and more at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode221 .
Today, I'm welcoming THE PERFECT thought-partner to chat about the current (and future) state of the print music industry: Jason Sifford. Read more about Jason, find information on the 2025 Recital Guide AND the SuperFriends Community on Patreon, and more at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode220 .
The incomparable Leila Viss joins Christina for the kickoff of the 2025 Summertime Conversation Series. We're talking curiosity, perfectionism, and a million things in between. For complete shownotes - including a link to save $10 off the online Teacher Turboboost Event, visit ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode219 .
Today, I'm re-mixing a topic originally covered in August of 2021 (Episode 039). We're taking a look at the all-important high road when students decide their lesson journey has come to an end. Check out the full shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode218
Today, I'm sharing 5 timeless truths of humanity, as well as their direct implications on our studio relationships. Find complete shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode217
As teachers, it’s WAY too easy to fall into the trap ofteaching lesson after lesson… week after week…. just following the status quo of our overscheduled lives. Today's episode is a call to stop and take stock of where we are guiding our students (and our businesses). Find complete shownotes for Episode 216 at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode216 .
Today we address the all-too-common Funk of May; where the "I don't want to's" show up in all kinds of ways. THIS WEEK ONLY: Save $15 off the Studio Foundations Course with code lunchpd at ChristinaWhitlock.com/foundations Find the complete shownotes for mentioned links, related episodes, and more at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode215...
The word SHOULD is hands-down one of the most problematic words in our teacher vocabulary. And we’re taking a deep-dive on it today. Visit the complete shownotes for this episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode214
Today we're getting to the heart of why it's easier to take questions personally, rather than viewing them for what they really are. View the complete shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode213
Decision-Making advice from an Overthinker like me seems like a laughable prospect at first... but, then again, my struggles have earned me some valuable perspective. Today, I'm sharing five important considerations when you find yourself weighing your options. Find the complete shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode212
Welcome to the 5th installment of my quarterly reflections on What Is Working in this season of life. I will explore the flipside later this week in the Piano Confessions E-Letter. Check out the Complete Shownotes for this episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode211
The Springtime Gauntlet is upon us, friends, and I am here to help you focus on what REALLY matters to you this frenzied time of year. This episode was originally published in 2022, but my words then are easily JUST as applicable today as they were three years ago. Cheers to work, rest, and play, friends! Find the complete shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode210.
Today’s episode is full of good stuff, you guys. I’ve got the actual episode on Recital Music Criteria, a big announcement, and a GREAT Teacher Friend of the Week story for you. Suffice to say, I’m happy to be in your ears today. Find the full shownotes for this episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode209 The 2025 Piano Recital Guide is HERE! Check out all the details at ChristinaWhitlock.com/2025...
I'm riffing today on a message I originally sent out as part of my One Thought Thursday e-letter series. When it comes to Teacher Life, it's easy to think our rosters will always be the same... when, in fact, the opposite is true. Let's be mindful to appreciate the students in our lives today, as we never know when that might change. Find the complete shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode208...
Today, a lesson learned in high school Biology comes full circle to the Piano Teacher Experience. Check out complete shownotes for today's episode, including links to the SuperFriends Community and Piano Teacher Confessions, at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode207 .
Today we're talking about the lesser-explored struggles of the High-Achieving Students in our lives. For complete shownotes, including links to relevant episodes and the Patreon Community, head to ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode206 .
A case of pneumonia sidelined this week's regularly-planned episode, but I'm hoping to make up for it by inviting you to a SPECIAL edition of Teachers Teaching Teachers this Friday. Missed the meeting on February 28th? No problem! Join the SuperFriends Community today for access to the replay. Sign up for just $6 at Patreon.com/BeyondMeasurePodcast ....
It's no secret Word of Mouth marketing is king when it comes to studio recruitment, but it seems to me the landscape of getting people to talk about your work is changing. Today, I'm offering my thoughts on the BEST ways to get people talking about your work. Visit today's complete shownotes at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode205
In conclusion of the Fast-Track Series, Nicola Cantan of vibrantmusicteaching.com joins me for a multi-faceted conversation about the dangerous of seeking quick fixes for everything . Visit ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode204 for the complete shownotes, including links to join the Patreon Community and get access to Part 2 of today's conversation.
As always, I'm here to make you think. This week, we're contemplating AI and its many compexities. Cheers to staying aware and adaptive, my friends! Visit today's complete shownotes at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode203
After years of hearing horror stories from teacher friends and consult clients, today's installment in the "Fast Track" Series focuses on important questions to ask before signing up for pricey online offerings. Find complete shownotes (including related links and more) at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode202
Today's episode serves as an introduction to a series Christina will be running for the next few weeks, examining our 21st century obsession with finding the "Quick Fix", and how we can best deal with the problem as studio music teachers. Find all related links and episodes in today's shownotes: ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode201
Today's episode features a "lightening round" of all 199 episodes of Beyond Measure with Christina Whitlock thus far. It's been quite a journey, friends! For a downloadable list of all 199, plus other related links, please visit today's shownotes at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode200
Today we consider whether or not our Teacher Actions are fully aligned with our Teacher Words, especially when it comes to dealing with our Studio Families. Find a full transcript, related episodes, and links to game-changing resources (including the Beyond Measure Community!) in today's shownotes at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode199
On this New Year's Eve Eve, Christina shares an acknowledgement of the legacies we are part of, and those we leave. ...see you next week for Episode 199! The One Thought Thursday e-letter is shaping up to be better than ever in the new year. Make sure you join the list at ChristinaWhitlock.com/subscribe
Teacher Expectations are not always Teacher Realities. Today, Christina shares an extended toast in celebration of the REAL work we've done this year. Make sure you're on the email list! Visit ChristinaWhitlock.com/subscribe for all the details.
Amy Chaplin of PianoPantry.com joins Christina as they each share five items that made their list of "What's Working in This Season of Life". Links to previous episodes in this series, products mentioned, and more can be found in today's shownotes: ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode198 .
Today's episode serves as an update to Episode 151, where Christina declared "Remaining Teachable" as her primary intention for the year 2024. Find links to a transcript, related episodes, and more at Christin aWhitlock.com/episode197 .
Today, Christina introduces the 2024 Music Teacher Gift Guide, which can be found at ChristinaWhitlock.com/gifts
All you need to know about Christina's popular December Performance Challenge, all in one episode. Visit ChristinaWhitlock.com/December for YOUR free download
