The Scrappy Studio Checkup

Time for a little studio checkup. What's working, what's getting on your nerves, and what could use some attention? Let's find out.

Please note: This free assessment requires joining The Scrappy Piano Teacher email list to access your personalized results.

SECTION 1: SCHEDULE, CALENDAR AND STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

1. My weekly teaching schedule works well for me, including the specific days and times I teach.

2. I'm satisfied with the number and types of performance and enrichment opportunities I offer my students.

3. My studio calendar gives families enough predictability without creating unnecessary work for me.

4. I feel comfortable saying no to scheduling requests that don't work for my studio.

SECTION 2: POLICIES AND COMMUNICATION

5. My studio families understand and generally follow my policies.

6. I consistently enforce my policies without feeling pressured to make exceptions.

7. I feel confident explaining the reasons behind my studio policies and decisions.

8. Families understand the value of what I provide beyond the minutes spent in lessons.

SECTION 3: TUITION, PROFITABILITY AND BUSINESS SYSTEMS

9. My tuition reflects my experience, expenses, teaching time, and the income I want to earn.

10. I know approximately how much profit my studio generates after business expenses.

11. My tuition collection process is consistent, reliable, and easy to track.

12. I have systems in place that reduce repetitive administrative work.

13. I have a clear understanding of my enrollment capacity and whether I'm meeting my income goals.

14. I feel confident communicating my tuition and making pricing adjustments when necessary.

SECTION 4: TEACHING PHILOSOPHY AND STUDENT PROGRESS

15. I can clearly explain my teaching philosophy and what makes my approach distinctive.

16. My curriculum, lesson formats, and activities reflect that philosophy.

17. I have clear musical goals for my students beyond learning their current pieces.

18. I regularly evaluate whether my students are progressing in the ways I want them to.

SECTION 5: PRIORITIES AND STUDIO PLANNING

19. I know which part of my studio needs the most attention right now.

20. I can focus on one important studio improvement without getting distracted by several others.

21. I have a realistic plan for making improvements during the school year.

SECTION 6: SUSTAINABILITY, BOUNDARIES AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

22. My studio allows me to maintain reasonable boundaries between teaching and personal time.

23. I have enough time and energy for my own musical and professional development.

24. My workload feels sustainable for the long term.

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