negative attitude

Have you ever turned down a potential student even though they really wanted to start lessons? 😬 What were your reasons? What questions do you ask potential students either during FIS or during initial interactions in order to get a better sense of whether they…

• Last updated 9 months ago
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In managing the interpersonal dynamics of others, you need to take control – in a kind, polite and firm manner – but nonetheless, control. For example, I don’t let my students say ‘I can’t’.  I don’t mind if they say ‘I find it difficult –…

• Last updated 10 years ago
• attitudes, negative attitude, students

I need some strength… I just came out of a very intense FIS with 3 traditionally trained adults, a couple and another lady not related. They were focused on my “credentials” etc. and quite combative within explaining about the method. With some rudeness and defensiveness,…

• Last updated 10 years ago
• FIS, negative attitude, skeptical student, traditional students