#84: Hey Dancer, Stop Working So Hard (And Start Working Smarter)
Thu Jan 15 2026
Youâre working hard. I see you. Youâre in class every day, taking extra privates, rehearsing your solo, pushing yourself⌠and yet youâre still not seeing the results you want.
In this episode, weâre talking about the difference between working hard and working with direction â and why so many dancers burn out, plateau, or lose confidence even though theyâre doing âall the right things.â
I break down:
Why more classes isnât always the answerHow vague goals like âbetter turnsâ or âbetter facialsâ are actually holding you backThe importance of identifying the real problem before trying to fix everythingAnd how to create a targeted strategy that fits your goals â not your teammateâs, not your studioâs, not InstagramâsIf youâve ever felt frustrated, stuck, or like youâre trying everything with no real progress⌠this episode is for you.
Because working harder isnât the solution.
 Working smarter is.
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Youâre working hard. I see you. Youâre in class every day, taking extra privates, rehearsing your solo, pushing yourself⌠and yet youâre still not seeing the results you want. In this episode, weâre talking about the difference between working hard and working with direction â and why so many dancers burn out, plateau, or lose confidence even though theyâre doing âall the right things.â I break down: Why more classes isnât always the answerHow vague goals like âbetter turnsâ or âbetter facialsâ are actually holding you backThe importance of identifying the real problem before trying to fix everythingAnd how to create a targeted strategy that fits your goals â not your teammateâs, not your studioâs, not InstagramâsIf youâve ever felt frustrated, stuck, or like youâre trying everything with no real progress⌠this episode is for you. Because working harder isnât the solution.  Working smarter is. Support the show Got a question or story you'd like to share? Message me HERE, and your submission might even be featured in an upcoming episode!