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Ask Mike Podcast

  • The Interview: Putting Your Best Foot Forward

    So you got the interview! When was the last time you had an interview? Mike Lunney walks us through the process of researching for an interview, rehearsing for an interview...

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  • Job Hunting: Talking Through The Process

    If you find yourself looking for a new position, or considering it, Mike Lunney talks us through the waves and gives some great insight into a good decision-making process. And...

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  • Marching Show Design Tips for Success

    Are we on track for marching season? Yes, it’s still spring, but if we aren’t actively preparing for next fall, we’re probably already behind! Mike Lunney offers some great tips...

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  • Ratings Reactions: Be Coachable!

    Concert and Sight Reading Evaluations are wrapping up for another spring. The time of reactions and reflection is upon us. If the ratings weren’t what you hoped for, what do...

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  • Student Leadership - Part 2: Teaching Them To Lead

    In Part 2, Mike gives great ideas for actually making them a team! This includes teaching communication skills and using them to create vision and goals for your group. ---...

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  • Student Leadership - Part 1: Choosing The Team

    Music Educators, what is your goal for student leadership? Who should be on the leadership team, and what roles do they actually play? Too often, we expect students to lead...

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