Beyond Measure: A Podcast for Piano Teachers with Christina Whitlock

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...

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

Today Christina shares key takeaways from a week of revelations in her own Piano Teacher Life.

Today's episode features a Thanksgiving-themed FAMILY challenge that I've had success with in years past. Not into Thanksgiving? No problem! There are endless possibilities here, friends. If you try it, please let me know how it goes. Find the complete shownotes for today's episode at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode194

Today's episode focuses on key takeaways ANY teacher can apply to ANY method, all inspired by my experience as a Suzuki violin parent to my youngest daughter. Buckle up, friends... lots of ideas here! Find a transcript, related links, and more - including Studio Teacher Thanksgiving! - in today's shownotes at ChristinaWhitlock.com/episode193