EPISODE · Oct 13, 2025 · 9 MIN
Pouring from an Empty Cup: The Silent Struggle of Dance Directors
from The Dance Floor with Anna Harsh · host Anna Harsh
Pouring from an Empty Cup: The Silent Struggle of Dance Directors The Dance Floor Podcast,I’m your host Anna Harsh—and today’s episode is a solo one.It’s just you and me. And we’re going to talk about something a lot of dance directors or studio owners feel… but rarely say out loud.It’s that moment when you realize:“I’m doing too much… and it’s costing me.”Whether you lead a company, run a studio, or direct a touringensemble—there’s often an invisible load we carry. The planning, the logistics, the fundraising, the mentoring, the emotional support, the late-night emails, the "one more thing" after rehearsal...And let’s be honest—sometimes we pour more into our dancers than wepour into ourselves.Tips and Advice to get back on track and pour more into yourselves. Visit www.AnnaHarsh.com www.AllegroDanceCompany.net #DanceStruggle #DanceDirectors #WomenLeaders #Ghosting #Dancers #EmptyCup #Mentors #Leaders #KindnessMatters #Gratitude #OffStage #Respect #Relationships
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Pouring from an Empty Cup: The Silent Struggle of Dance Directors The Dance Floor Podcast,I’m your host Anna Harsh—and today’s episode is a solo one.It’s just you and me. And we’re going to talk about something a lot of dance directors or studio owners feel… but rarely say out loud.It’s that moment when you realize:“I’m doing too much… and it’s costing me.”Whether you lead a company, run a studio, or direct a touringensemble—there’s often an invisible load we carry. The planning, the logistics, the fundraising, the mentoring, the emotional support, the late-night emails, the "one more thing" after rehearsal...And let’s be honest—sometimes we pour more into our dancers than wepour into ourselves.Tips and Advice to get back on track and pour more into yourselves. Visit www.AnnaHarsh.com www.AllegroDanceCompany.net #DanceStruggle #DanceDirectors #WomenLeaders #Ghosting #Dancers #EmptyCup #Mentors #Leaders #KindnessMatters #Gratitude #OffStage #Respect #Relationships
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