In this podcast episode,  TCRG Lauren Carroll-Bolger, CEO and head of the Caroll-Henderson School of Irish Dance, provides valuable insights for dancers and parents in the Irish dance world. She emphasizes the importance of enjoying the dance experience and finding passion in the art form. Lauren encourages dancers to have an open mind when learning new steps and to focus on their technique from the beginning. She suggests finding what works best for individual learning and encouraging dancers to practice with intention. Additionally, she advises dancers and parents to set goals and gauge success based on personal growth rather than placement.  Lauren reminds dancers to trust their teachers and communicate openly about their goals and concerns. She makes recommendations for dancers, and parents, during performances. Finally, she shares some memorable moments from her own dance career, highlighting the importance of perseverance and learning from mistakes. Find Carroll-Henders School of Irish Dance at https://www.chirishdance.com or on Instagram at c_h_irishdance. You can hear more from Lauren about the growth of her business on the TCRG to CEO Radio podcast. Follow us on Instagram at BeyondIrishDancePod and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.