Ten Things that Will Have A Remarkable Impact on Your Success

Set ridiculously high standards for yourself
Find band programs to model yours after
In the fall, program for your weaknesses. In the spring, program for you strengths. Set high standards for the quality and difficulty of the music you perform.
Set goals for yourself. Have the kids set goals for themselves.
Bring your principal and superintendent to the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic and IMEA All-State ConferencLet them see what the finest schools in the country are doing
Continue learning, always strive to improve as a musician
Start a private lesson program
Invite the best musicians/conductors you know to work with your students.
Keep kids active in area honor bands.
Begin a CD recording project when the bands reach an acceptable performance level.