Hey teachers, a little encouragement can go a long way! Never underestimate the power of your words with your students. The words that come out of your mouth matter. I know sometimes it doesn’t feel like it… But some of it will *actually* stick! Encouragement is always memorable. So try your best to make sure whateverContinue reading “TEACHERS: Why A Little Encouragement Can Do Wonders”
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WOW… Here’s Why ASKHOLES Drive Me Nuts!
Funny, but not funny post. One of the most frustrating people I meet: ASKHOLES. “Someone who continually asks for advice and does nothing with it” If you didn’t know this about me already: I LOVE helping you. I really do. I know I’m a wired encourager and my purpose is to help others achieve their higherContinue reading “WOW… Here’s Why ASKHOLES Drive Me Nuts!”
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”
2014 Black Canadian Awards Add Shawn Byfield To Nominees
A HUUUUUUGE THANK YOU to everyone who’s supported me in the Black Canadian Awards. This is the LAST weekend to VOTE. I hope to hear from them this week… and I hope I’m still in the running! As I mentioned on my website, I’m so thrilled and honoured to be officially nominated in Canada’s topContinue reading “2014 Black Canadian Awards Add Shawn Byfield To Nominees”
EXCITING NEWS! Black Canadian Awards 2014 Nomination Received
EXCITING NEWS: I’ve been nominated for an award! I’m in the top list of nominees for the Black Canadian Awards 2014. Pretty cool huh? The last award I was nominated for was a Gemini Award in 2007. Maybe I’m slow… but I didn’t even know there was a Black Canadian Awards show. Did you know?Continue reading “EXCITING NEWS! Black Canadian Awards 2014 Nomination Received”
Is Your Season Ending Or Just Beginning?
REMINDER: Summer’s almost over. Remember when you said you would dance more this year? Remember when you said once exams were over you’d take more classes downtown? Remember when you said “f*ck it, I need to do more of what I love?” Remember that time you said YOU were going to come first? Remember whenContinue reading “Is Your Season Ending Or Just Beginning?”
If You’re Feeling Discouraged, Unsupported Or Overworked Right Now, You’re NOT Alone… Read This
There’s always an obstacle when you have a big dream! Here’s a story: I remember when I wanted my dance studio BDX. I had 8 months of obstructions and frustrations before I finally opened the doors. Endless surprises, financial hurdles, even a city worker strike that prevented renovation the very week I signed my lease.Continue reading “If You’re Feeling Discouraged, Unsupported Or Overworked Right Now, You’re NOT Alone… Read This”
The Absolute Best Way To Get The Best Advice
The Absolute Best Way To Get The Best Advice I’m FRIGGIN EXCITED! These 4 basketball legends above are the perfect example of why I’m excited. I’m sure you’ve seen them before, but I’ll get to them in a bit… Tonight, I’m learning life success & biz tips from two multimillionaires. In person. One was aContinue reading “The Absolute Best Way To Get The Best Advice”
Laurier’s Lesson In Teamwork And Leadership
So recently I judged a fantastic festival, the South Asian Alliance Cultural Show (SAACS) in Mississauga. The university dance competition is like no other. Each school is required to produce a production dance routine, featuring four dance categories: Bollywood, Bhangra, Classical Indian dance and Fusion, a combination of other dance genres. They’re also responsible forContinue reading “Laurier’s Lesson In Teamwork And Leadership”
Shawn Byfield - Certified Public Speaker, Dance Coach & Choreographer 