Bridging the Gap Between Pianist and Technician: An Interview with Mario Igrec
Mario Igrec's experience has shaped his perspective as a performer, rebuilder, technician, teacher, and author.
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Jun 198 min read
Valuing a Piano
Placing values on pianos is a valuable skill that, diligently pursued and properly priced, can result in an additional income stream.
May 19, 20237 min read
The Value of Condemning Expired Pianos
While talented piano technicians may be able to repair pianos, being the bearer of bad news is not always in their skill set.
Mar 9, 20237 min read
Developing a Piano Service Business
Developing a sustainable business model with a reliable cache of clients takes patience and strategy, a process that can be daunting.
Feb 9, 20232 min read
Field Technician Scripts
Good communication is a difficult aspect of any job, and for the field technician, communication can make or break a career.
Sep 7, 20222 min read
Do No Harm: Case Parts Edition
Here are some top Do No Harm practices for protecting case parts that should become habits in your day-to-day life.
Sep 7, 20204 min read
Inspection Series Part 3: Writing An Evaluation Report
Be sure to finish up your evaluation with a professional letter that reports your findings to your client.
Aug 10, 20205 min read
Inspection Series Part 2: Appraisals - It's Not That Simple
Avoid common pitfalls and the serious repercussions that uninformed technicians fall into when providing a valuation appraisal.
Jul 14, 20207 min read
An Insider Perspective on Institutional Job Applications
Considering applying for your first institutional job? Read institutional veteran Kate Redding's suggestions for your application process.
Jun 16, 20207 min read
Inspection Series Part 1: Thorough Piano Inspecting
Piano inspection should not be taken lightly. Use this detailed list to avoid complications and present professional information.
May 7, 20203 min read
Managing the Workload
A Series For the Institutional Technician By Kate Redding, RPT Piano technicians working in an institutional setting are responsible for...
May 4, 20204 min read
10 Things Not To Do...
Planning ahead and taking the time to learn what not to do can make the difference between a one-time client, and a client for life.
May 4, 20201 min read
Skill Sheets
Creating a skill sheet is a practical way to organize relevant information about jobs and repairs.
Apr 3, 20207 min read
The Cost of Service
How much money do you actually make a year? It's time to do the math with Greg.
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