THE BACKGROUND DANCER

Introduction Episodes

Here, we learn the what, why, who and how of the platform. Delve deep into the mind of host, Jason Yap, and discover a common path with him and all dancers alike!
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Feb. 27, 2021

Think Transition

Transitions can be daunting, but dancers need to consider one at some point in their journey. So why not start now? In this episode, we ruminate about the reality and necessity of career transition. Also, some highlights through the show's 10 major categories starting in March! Identity Foreclosure Career Transition for Dancers Psychological Implications for Young Dancers in Transition Soundtrack: Birds - Tyler Twombly Support the show Like our offers? Try Nord VPN Like what we do? Help us g...
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Feb. 20, 2021

D.A.N.C.E. for Who?

In this episode, I have a little wordplay derived from the acronym of DANCE. The idea of building community is always a priority, thus who am I hoping to connect with? D - Dedicated Doers A - Aspirational Agents N - Nuanced Nerds C - Consistent Contexts E - Educational Entertainers Aspiration vs. Ambition Context is everything Agency of Change Soundtrack: Birds - Tyler Twombly Support the show Like our offers? Try Nord VPN Like what we do? Help us grow by Visiting The Background Dancer...
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Feb. 8, 2021

Ep.1 Basking in the Background

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Background Dancer! Here, I share my vision and passion for all things offstage regarding the world of dance and performing arts. To begin with, what does it feel like to bask in the background? Relive the highlights of my life experiences that have culminated in the establishment of this newest passion project. Everyone requires inspiration to kickstart something in life, and my watershed moment arrived quite timely during the final year my studies at the...
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Feb. 8, 2021

Why in the Background?

As part of a double-episode launch, I now take you through the four major principles of why all this is so important to me, and hopefully also to you. This episode will expand on the tenets of: Community Building Enriching social capital by virtue of TRUST Establish connectivity by maximizing technology and talent mobility Education Nurturing more adaptable leaders and impact drivers in the industry Leadership as a cultivated trait rather than an inherent gift Workforce Versatility Need ...