Choosing your Instructor
Learning to fly is a very exciting and challenging endeavor and it is very important to find a good instructor.
There are many things to consider when choosing a flight instructor.
Motivation
It is important to determine your flight instructors motivation to instruct. Many flight instructors are only teaching to build their flight time so they can get other flying jobs. Many flight schools hire their students upon graduation and the instructors many times don't have important skills and experience.
There are also many flight schools and instructors that are instructing to make money only, and will sometimes take advantage of the student by dragging out their flight training. This happens more times than it should, so it is very important to get advice from people at the airport that have experienced this.
Experience
There are many skills and techniques a Flight Instructor gains with many hours of dual given instruction. A Flight Instructor should have the ability to understand and meet the needs of each individual student. The techniques acquired during many hours of flight instruction will greatly increase your ability to learn quickly and proficiently. You should ask your instructor how much dual given flight time they have and how long they have been flying.
Attitude
Most importantly, find a Flight Instructor with a good attitude who works well with people. A positive attitude and approach towards flying is one of the most important aspects of finding a good Instructor. The last thing you want is to have a Flight Instructor with a bad attitude or lack of judgement. Be careful of the "macho guy", as this can be a very hazardous attitude to have.