Tag Archives: inspiration

Here’s Why You Should Try! 

​Just try! You have zero chance of winning if you don’t even TRY. Wayne Gretzky said it best, “You miss 100% of the shots that you don’t take.” Remind yourself that NOTHING is impossible. Go for it and take a shot! – Shawn Byfield

Here’s Why Turkeys Never Win

A THOUGHT: It’s true, we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But here’s a secret… People do! Look the part. If you want people to take you seriously, then a good place to start is by taking yourself seriously. Make sure your outer world is an accurate reflection of your inner world. You won’tContinue reading “Here’s Why Turkeys Never Win”

This Is The Most-Avoided Question That Will Make You Challenge Your Job Situation

YES! Let’s check Silicon Valley and Googleplex off my list! Totally inspired. Earlier this month on my Instagram, I finally visited one of the largest and most inventive tech companies on Earth. Always wanted to go. Since I was in San Jose on a marketing convention I took time to head to the search engineContinue reading “This Is The Most-Avoided Question That Will Make You Challenge Your Job Situation”

Just Say YES… Then Figure It Out!

I’ve been preaching this for YEARS, literally: If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, SAY YES, then learn how to do it later! Sometimes in life, you gotta be brave. You gotta take a chance. Sometimes in order to be successful, you need to take aContinue reading “Just Say YES… Then Figure It Out!”

Why Dancing Makes You An Irresistible Lover

Ok I admit: I’m a dance lover. Seriously. From the dance floor to dating… who would have thought a sweet dance class can translate into a sweeter Valentine’s Day? Or ANY day for that matter. Because you don’t need a special holiday to dance- or to let someone special know that you got moves. InContinue reading “Why Dancing Makes You An Irresistible Lover”

Black Canadian Awards: VOTE Shawn Byfield

So if you didn’t know, I OFFICIALLY got word I’m a nominee for the 2014 Black Canadian Awards! (Best Contemporary Dance Act) Here’s the email: “We are excited to inform you of being in our Top 6 nominees from over 20,000 total nominations in the past eight months. We strongly believe all our nominees willContinue reading “Black Canadian Awards: VOTE Shawn Byfield”

ATTENTION: All Impatient, Entitled, Wanna-Be Choreographers, Actors, Directors, etc- Here’s A Harsh Reality Check Worth Reading

Unlike the dapper gentleman above, this post isn’t pretty. So if you’re looking for an article that leaves warm fuzzies, shuffle away. But if you can handle some truth sprinkled with sarcasm… Listen up. One of the most iconic directors, choreographers and entertainers of our time, Gene Kelly, had to WORK his way up theContinue reading “ATTENTION: All Impatient, Entitled, Wanna-Be Choreographers, Actors, Directors, etc- Here’s A Harsh Reality Check Worth Reading”

Ancient Sensei Wisdom That Will Help You Crush This Year Like A Ricecake

Ancient Sensei Wisdom That Will Help You Crush This Year Like A Ricecake Happy New Year! Sending you the most positive energy you can handle this new year. Come, let’s sit. Remove your shoes grasshopper. Have some tea. Slow your breath. Fill your lungs. Focus on only the words on this page. Now. Let’s reflect onContinue reading “Ancient Sensei Wisdom That Will Help You Crush This Year Like A Ricecake”

Dance Coach Saves Toronto City Hall

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford’s Ugly Crack Habit, Booze Addiction And Spiralling Depression Saved By Dance Class Intervention (Toronto ON- November 18, 2013) It’s not easy to kick a bad habit. But kicks, along with jumps and basic footwork- are exactly what Toronto Mayor Rob Ford needs. A hip hop dance class is a healthy choiceContinue reading “Dance Coach Saves Toronto City Hall”