I was extremely polite while e-mailing my advisor about my dance group performance. I however had to e-mail her three times, about song requests. She sounded annoyed the second time, but the third time was needed since the dance company I go to would sponsor it. It’s the only way the dance company would help my group out. So, I tried asking one of the other girls from my group to email her for the third request. She never got a response, so I emailed her in the nicest way assuring her that the company would extensively market the concert and it would benefit it. The truth is it would mean free costumes and things from my dance company. I can imagine how hard it must be for the advisor having to listen to me, since she probably has other troubles, but its necessary for my dance company. Otherwise, the dance performance is going to be expensive On the other hand, I may get kicked out of a secure spot in the concert to dance which I worked hard to get. I’m not sure what to do.
i am performing at a dance concert type of event. Can someone help me with advisor issues?
I was extremely polite while e-mailing my advisor about my dance group performance. I however had to e-mail her three times, about song requests. She sounded annoyed the second time, but the third time was needed since the dance company I go to would sponsor it. It’s the only way the dance company would help my group out. So, I tried asking one of the other girls from my group to email her for the third request. She never got a response, so I emailed her in the nicest way assuring her that the company would extensively market the concert and it would benefit it. The truth is it would mean free costumes and things from my dance company. I can imagine how hard it must be for the advisor having to listen to me, since she probably has other troubles, but its necessary for my dance company. Otherwise, the dance performance is going to be expensive On the other hand, I may get kicked out of a secure spot in the concert to dance which I worked hard to get. I’m not sure what to do.
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May 29th, 2009 at 12:13 pm
Well, if this person is being paid to advise you toward your dancing, go to your advisers boss, and tell them that your having a hard time getting a response, and ask if they can do something to help.
Just be straight forward, and professional.
May 31st, 2009 at 8:02 pm
I agree with the person above.
You need answers and you won’t get them by sitting back doing nothing.
You need someone of higher authority to step on this person. You need to stay calm at all times so you’re in the clear if anything comes back at you.
Even though the advisor is mean, it gives her no excuse to not return e-mails, calls etc. and keep a professional stand on at all times. No matter what she is doing or going through, her door should always be open for you and always be an inviting person.