The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast

By Erica Saccoccio

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Grab your coffee (or your third cup of the day—no judgment here) and pull up a seat, because The Childcare Director’s Chair is where fierce, fabulous, and focused childcare leaders come to talk real talk. Hosted by heart-centered leader Erica Saccoccio, this daily Monday-through-Friday podcast drops fresh episodes at 1:00 AM—so it’s ready when you are (whether you're an early riser or listening while prepping your classroom with one hand and sipping caffeine with the other).This show is your weekday dose of inspiration, connection, and straight-up strategy for navigating the beautiful chaos of early childhood education. We’re talking about the people behind the programs—teachers, kiddos, families, and YOU. Whether you're handling toddler tantrums at 10 and staffing drama by noon, or trying to grow your team without losing your mind, this space is for you. We tackle the tough stuff, celebrate the wins, and dish out practical ways to grow your center, your community, and your leadership—all while keeping it real and rooted in love.If you’re a childcare director juggling it all and still showing up with heart and hustle, this show is your safe haven and secret weapon.💥 Real challenges. ❤️ Real growth. ✨ Real talk from the director’s chair. 📅 New episodes every weekday at 1:00 AM.

Episode Date
366 Wait, I’m the Leader Now?!
Jun 04, 2025
365 Play Big, Lead Bold with Trevor Newton
Jun 03, 2025
364 Behavior, Brains & Bold Leadership
Jun 02, 2025
363 Lead Like It Matters: Building a School of Excellence from the Inside Out"
May 30, 2025
362 Leading with Purpose: Helping Families Rock Special Ed Transitions
May 29, 2025
361 Director Bootcamp: What They Didn’t Tell You About Year One
May 28, 2025
360 Take the Trip, Girl: Why You Deserve a Break (and How It Makes You Better at Work)
May 27, 2025
359 Proactive is the New Power Move
May 26, 2025
358 No Hitting, No Biting, No Thank You: Tackling Aggression.
May 23, 2025
357 The Parent-Teacher Dream Team: Let’s Get on the Same Page, People
May 22, 2025
Bouns Track Behind the Scenes of the Born to Teach Conference with Latrice
May 21, 2025
356 Why Kids Act Out: Get to the Root of That Drama
May 21, 2025
355 "No Mess, Just Culture: Building a Center That Feels Like Family"
May 20, 2025
354 "Real Talk: Milestones, Maybes & Meltdowns"
May 19, 2025
353 Climbing Together: What Great Director–Lead Teacher Partnerships Look Like
May 16, 2025
352 From Vision to Impact: How Innovation is Reshaping the ECE Workforce
May 15, 2025
351 What Children Teach Us (If We’re Paying Attention)
May 14, 2025
350 Building Brains Through Everyday Moments
May 13, 2025
349 Support Speaks Louder: Why Showing Up Matters Most
May 12, 2025
348 Real Talk for Real Leaders: Owning Your Worth in the Director’s Chair
May 08, 2025
347 Think Like a Leader: 3 Mindsets That Change Everything
May 07, 2025
346 Mindset Matters: Why Growth Doesn’t Stop at the Top
May 06, 2025
345 Change Your Mindset Change Your Life
May 05, 2025
344 From Burnout to Buy-In
May 01, 2025
343 When Less Is More
Apr 30, 2025
342 Ratios, Relief, and Reality: Solving the Staffing Struggle
Apr 29, 2025
341 No-Show, No Problem: Creative Fixes for Staffing Gaps
Apr 28, 2025
340 Sensory Play, Brain Growth: Unlocking Early Development
Apr 23, 2025
339 Vacation Vibes & Conference Hype: Erica’s Florida Getaway + Exciting Updates!
Apr 15, 2025
338 The Power of Kindness in Education
Apr 14, 2025
337 Being the CEO of Your Childcare Business: Impact, Income, and Advocacy with Jerletha McDonald
Apr 11, 2025
336 Mentor Magic: Coaching Secrets Every Director Needs
Apr 10, 2025
335 Money, Programs, & Magic: Transforming Your Child Care Center
Apr 09, 2025
334 Transforming Leadership Through Daily Habits
Apr 08, 2025
333 Mindfulness in Early Childhood Education: A Path to Balance
Apr 07, 2025
332 Mindset Mastery for Effective Leadership
Apr 04, 2025
331 Embracing Discomfort: A Path to Leadership Growth
Apr 03, 2025
330 The Power of Small Wins in Childcare
Apr 02, 2025
329 "Raising the Lid: 3 Key Strategies to Unlock Your Leadership Potential in Early Childhood Programs"
Apr 01, 2025
328 Transforming Monday Blues into Monday Joy
Mar 31, 2025
327 Empowering Early Childhood Educators: The Conference You Can't Miss
Mar 28, 2025
326 Leading with Intention in Childcare
Mar 27, 2025
325 Start with Why the Golden Circle in Early Childhood Leadership
Mar 26, 2025
324 The 5 Levels of Leadership: A Guide for Early Childhood Leaders
Mar 25, 2025
323 Creating Harmony: 8 Simple Tips for Better Interactions with Kids and Families
Mar 24, 2025
322 Building Confidence and Striving for Excellence: Empowering Children to Stand Out with Scott Jablonski
Mar 21, 2025
321 Reflective Supervision: A Powerful Tool for Growth and Effective Leadership
Mar 20, 2025
320 Empowering Educators: The Role of Coaching and Mentoring in Scaffolding Teaching and Learning
Mar 19, 2025
319 Becoming a More Professional Childcare Leader: Key Strategies for Success
Mar 18, 2025
318 Developing Personal and Professional Self-Awareness: A Leadership Essential for Growth
Mar 17, 2025
317 Building a Positive Organizational Climate: A Key Competency in Administrative Leadership
Mar 14, 2025
316 "Empowering Educators: 10 Key Strategies to Enhance Positive Interactions with Children"
Mar 13, 2025
315 Resilience Redefined: Navigating the Unknown and Owning Your Path in Early Childhood Leadership
Mar 12, 2025
314 The Power of Interactions: Shaping Young Minds through Meaningful Connections
Mar 11, 2025
313 Empowering Childcare Providers: Advocacy and Policy with WECA
Mar 10, 2025
312- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: 8 Fun Tips for Hiring Your Child Care Dream Team
Mar 07, 2025
311- Starting Over? Here Are 10 Tips to Successfully Rebuild Your Childcare Team
Mar 06, 2025
310 The Role of Advocacy in Early Childhood Education- VAEYC
Mar 05, 2025
309 The Art of Delegation for Childcare Directors
Mar 04, 2025
308 Boost Your Team & Cut Costs: Unlocking the Power of InspireCare360
Mar 03, 2025
307 Transforming Childcare Management with Technology
Feb 28, 2025
306 The Business of Childcare: Understanding Costs and Challenges
Feb 27, 2025
305- Take the Leap Empowering Educators: The Charter Oak Experience
Feb 26, 2025
304 Celebrating 50 Years with the Council for Professional Recognition and CDA
Feb 25, 2025
303 Essential Tips for Childcare Owners Avoiding Common Tax Mistakes in Childcare
Feb 24, 2025
302 Building Strong Teams: Coaching vs. Mentoring
Feb 21, 2025
301 Navigating the Future of Childcare Funding
Feb 20, 2025
300 Why Bigger Isn't Always Better in Childcare
Feb 19, 2025
299 The Three Types of Educational Leadership Styles- Which One Are YOU?
Feb 18, 2025
298 The Power of Unconventional Leadership: Transforming Your Childcare Center
Feb 17, 2025
297 What I Love About the Educator Community
Feb 14, 2025
296 Transform Your Parenting Journey with Peace of Mind from the Perfect Day Parent App!
Feb 13, 2025
295 ECE Podcaster Revel Secrets to Mentorship
Feb 12, 2025
294 SAFEGUARD Your Childcare Center from GERMS This Winter!
Feb 11, 2025
293 How to Become a BETTER DIRECTOR
Feb 10, 2025
292 Tips to Create an Amazing After School Science Club
Feb 07, 2025
291 The ONE THING that Matters in Education
Feb 06, 2025
290 Laughing Our Way to Better Learning: Humor & Self-Care in Education
Feb 05, 2025
289 Discover the Hidden Signs of Educator Burn Out
Feb 04, 2025
288 The Secrets of Emotional Intelligence with Mr School House
Feb 03, 2025
287 Maximize Your Child Care Tax Savings (2025 Update)
Jan 31, 2025
286 Epic Comeback Burnout to Bliss
Jan 30, 2025
285 The Benefits of Joining Your State AEYC: Spotlight on OKAEYC
Jan 29, 2025
284 Unlocking the SECRET to AEYC for Early Childhood Professionals! Spotlight FLAEYC
Jan 28, 2025
283 CREATE Your Dream Daycare TODAY!
Jan 27, 2025
282 The Surprising Lessons I Gained as a Child Care Director!
Jan 22, 2025
281 Become a ROCKSTAR Childcare Leader in 3 Simple Steps!
Jan 21, 2025
280 Supercharge Your CDA Certification Journey with 6 Proven Tips!
Jan 20, 2025
278 Act Fast: Safeguard Your Childcare Center NOW!
Jan 16, 2025
277 Creating an AMAZING After-School Culture from the INSIDE Out
Jan 15, 2025
279 Master the Art of Childcare Directing: 4 Rockstar Strategies You Need!
Jan 14, 2025
276 Reviving TRUST With Your Childcare Team as a Director!
Jan 13, 2025
275 5 Unbelievable Tips to Get School-Age Kids Hooked on Your Program!
Jan 08, 2025
274 BOOST Your Childcare Center's Enrollment and Quality THIS YEAR!
Jan 07, 2025
273 The Secret to Improving Education Starts Here
Jan 06, 2025
272 Are YOU The Reason Your Employees Are Walking Out?
Jan 03, 2025
271 SHATTER School Hierarchy and UNITE Educators with Administrators!
Jan 02, 2025
270 Creating a Culture of Accountability in Your Child Care Center with Vernon Mason
Jan 01, 2025
269 Empowering Neurodivergent Kids To Shine!
Dec 30, 2024
268 Can MUSIC Supercharge Kids' LANGUAGE Learning?
Dec 27, 2024
267 Can DEMOCRATIC Education Revolutionize Early Childhood Learning?
Dec 26, 2024
266 - Kids Today Don't Want to Do Anything - Here's How to Make After-School Fun Again!
Dec 25, 2024
265 - Retention Ready: Must-Have Checklists for Childcare Directors
Dec 24, 2024
264 - Roots & Relationships: Establishing Strong Partnerships with Parents
Dec 23, 2024
263 - Systems that Stick: Keeping Staff and Families Engaged
Dec 20, 2024
262 - Leading with Confidence
Dec 19, 2024
261 - Streamlining Administrative Operations: Key Strategies for Efficient Childcare Management
Dec 18, 2024
260 - Professional Development: Growing as a Leader in Early Childhood Education
Dec 17, 2024
259 - Building Bonds: The Power of Community in Childcare
Dec 16, 2024
258 - From Vision to Reality: Launching 6 Child Care Centers
Dec 13, 2024
257 - Director Tips to Resolve Personal Conflict With-In Your Child Care Program
Dec 12, 2024
256 - Group Game Ideas to Play with Your Teaching Staff for the Holidays
Dec 11, 2024
255 - Reducing Sick Days: Strategies for Teacher Well-Being in Childcare
Dec 10, 2024
254 - Boosting Retention: The Impact of Customer Service Training in Childcare
Dec 09, 2024
253 - Confronting Toxicity: Transforming Childcare Culture
Dec 06, 2024
252 - The Power of Ethics in Leadership
Dec 05, 2024
251 - Top 10 Pitfalls in Childcare Management: Leadership Lessons
Dec 04, 2024
250 - Leading with Purpose
Dec 03, 2024
249 - Thoughtful Gifts for Parents: Strengthening Bonds and Retention
Dec 02, 2024
248 - AI Power: Boosting Efficiency in Childcare with Adrienne Bradley
Nov 29, 2024
247 - Skills for Success: Why Childcare Directors Need Formal Management Training
Nov 28, 2024
246 - Creating the "WOW' factor in Childcare with Guest AKA The Childcare Chic
Nov 27, 2024
245 - Fostering Positive Behaviors in Kids
Nov 26, 2024
244 - Gift Ideas to Show Your Team Appreciation During the Holidays
Nov 25, 2024
BOUNS Track: ECE Podcasters REVEAL Their Secrets on Mentorship and More!
Nov 22, 2024
243 - Empowering Educators: Staff Engagement for Growth with Cindy Lehnhoff
Nov 22, 2024
242 - The Epic Comeback From Burnout to Bliss in Early Childhood Education!
Nov 21, 2024
241 - Nature's Call: Embracing the Great Outdoors
Nov 20, 2024
240 - The Value of the CDA Credential in Early Childhood Education
Nov 19, 2024
239 - "Help! I Need Staff ASAP"
Nov 18, 2024
238 - Building a Diverse Staff
Nov 15, 2024
237 - The Role of Employees in Building a Childcare Center's Brand
Nov 14, 2024
236 - Steps to Obtain a CDA Credential
Nov 13, 2024
235 - Building Relationships and Networks: Collaborating for Positive Change
Nov 12, 2024
234 - The 'Boss's Guide to a Positive Work Environment
Nov 11, 2024
233 - Staffing SOS: Tackling Childcare Center Challenges in Our Ask the Expert Segment
Nov 08, 2024
232 - Grow Your Team with the Power of a CDA
Nov 07, 2024
231 - Building Resilience and Self-Care Practices for Early Childhood Professionals
Nov 06, 2024
229 - Boost Your Team’s Mojo: The Secret Sauce of Inspiring Strategy Meetings
Nov 05, 2024
230 - The Director's Role in Supporting Teachers
Nov 05, 2024
228 - Addressing Toxic Team Talk: Promoting Open Communication with guest Julie Bartkus
Nov 04, 2024
227 - Engaging Teachers and Children in After School Programs
Nov 01, 2024
226 - Effective Ways to Address Staff Shortages in Your Childcare Center
Oct 31, 2024
225 - Staying Motivated: Embracing Your Journey
Oct 30, 2024
224 - Screen Time vs. Story Time: Bridging the Gap in Early Language Development
Oct 29, 2024
223 - A Blueprint for Leaders
Oct 28, 2024
222 - Leading with Heart: A Conversation with Ron Shuali
Oct 25, 2024
221 - How to use automation to market your child care
Oct 24, 2024
220 - What Do Teachers Need Most from Their Child Care Directors?
Oct 24, 2024
219 - What Challenges Do Childcare Directors Face Today?
Oct 23, 2024
218 - Ever Dreamed of Your Own Childcare Podcast? Let’s Make It Happen!
Oct 22, 2024
217 - Sisters & Success: The Real Scoop on Running a Child Care Biz!
Oct 21, 2024
216 - Where Do I Start as a New Child Care Director?
Oct 18, 2024
215 - Implementing a Fair PTO Policy: Best Practices for Childcare Owners
Oct 17, 2024
214 - Top 10 Tips to Using a ECERS to Improve Your Classroom Environment
Oct 16, 2024
213 - Setting Clear Expectations: Key to Gaining Respect as a New Director
Oct 15, 2024
212 - Fifteen Time Management Tips for Childcare Directors
Oct 14, 2024
211 - Understanding and Managing Toddler Biting: A Director's Guide
Oct 11, 2024
210 - The Basics of Opening a Child Care Center
Oct 10, 2024
209 - How to Successfully Work with Challenging Families as a Childcare Leader
Oct 09, 2024
208 - Safety Under Fire: Are Your Plans Ready?
Oct 08, 2024
207 - Are We Doing Enough to Protect Our Kids?
Oct 07, 2024
206 - How Can Parents and Providers Unite for Creative Child Care Solutions?
Oct 05, 2024
205 - How Can YOU Elevate ECE Through Dynamic Professional Development?
Oct 04, 2024
204 -10 Common Challenges for Childcare Owners and Solutions
Oct 03, 2024
203 - Inspiring Tips for Aspiring Directors
Oct 02, 2024
202 - How to Help Families Overcome First-Day Drop-Off Anxiety at Your Childcare Center
Oct 01, 2024
201 - From Overwhelmed to Empowered: The Challenge in Child Care
Sep 30, 2024
200 - Beyond the Bell- The Hidden Impact Of Afterschool Professionals
Sep 27, 2024
199 - Leading with Love, Light, and the Lord
Sep 26, 2024
198 - Unmasking Superwomen: Finding Balance in Chaos for Early Childhood Educators
Sep 25, 2024
197 - The Heart & Hustle of Opening a Family Childcare
Sep 24, 2024
196 - Change Aversion: How to Win Over Your “Change-Phobic” Staff!
Sep 23, 2024
195 - In the News: RI Early Childhood Apprenticeship Program is a Game-Changer!
Sep 20, 2024
194 - Everything Childcare Leaders MUST Know About Advocacy (2024)
Sep 19, 2024
193 - Market Your Childcare Center: 5 Essential Tips for Success
Sep 18, 2024
192 - Become a Leader in Childcare with These Inspiring Tips
Sep 17, 2024
191 - Brand Armor: How to Protect Your Childcare Reputation and Brand
Sep 16, 2024
190 - ECERS 3 Unveiled: Quick Tips on the Latest Changes with Erica!
Sep 13, 2024
189 - After-School Success: How Tutoring Boosts Student Achievement with Gabby!
Sep 12, 2024
188 - Vibrant Classrooms 101: Carla Ward's Secrets to Inspiring Early Learners!
Sep 11, 2024
187 - Childcare Bosses: Oh Snap, I’ve Got This! Secrets from Kate & Carrie!
Sep 10, 2024
186 - Everyone Can Lead: Unleash Your Potential with Coach Anisha!
Sep 09, 2024
185 - Enrollment Explosion: Arianne Ceasar's Secrets to Filling Your Childcare Center Fast
Sep 06, 2024
184 - Behavior Blues: Why Kids Are Getting Kicked Out of Childcare and What We Can Do About It with Guest Janie Kokakis, SLP
Sep 05, 2024
183 - Streamline & Shine: Digital Strategies for Childcare Directors with Guest Playground
Sep 04, 2024
182 - Classroom Chic on a Budget: Transform Your Space for Back-to-School Season!
Sep 03, 2024
181 - STEM-tacular Adventures: Bringing Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math to Life with Guest Michael Newman
Sep 02, 2024
180 - Classroom Makeover Magic: Transforming Spaces for Teachers, Kids, and Parents
Aug 30, 2024
179 - From Living Room to Boardroom: Michelle Amons's Guide to Conquering the Childcare Biz
Aug 29, 2024
178 - Behavior Bosses: The Art of Turning Classroom Chaos into Coolness with Guest Mr. Jay
Aug 28, 2024
177 - Teacher Spotlight: How to Nail Your Meet & Greet with a Show-Stopping Intro
Aug 27, 2024
176 - Confidently Conquering Parent Night Q&A Panel like a Childcare Force
Aug 26, 2024
175 - Mastering Parent Orientation: Your Ultimate Guide for a Smooth School Year
Aug 23, 2024
174 - Script to Success: Crafting a Parent Orientation That Shines
Aug 22, 2024
173 - Navigating Special Needs: Kelly Tag on Collaboration for Best Outcomes in Education
Aug 21, 2024
172 - Warm Welcomes: Crafting the Perfect Welcome Package for New Families
Aug 20, 2024
171 - Back to School, Back to Business: How Engaging Your Community Can Boost Your Childcare Center
Aug 19, 2024
170 - Are You a Childcare Force? Unleash Your Power and Transform the Childcare Industry!
Aug 16, 2024
169 - Creating Back to School Literacy Programs: Expert Strategies with Tangee Peek – The Toddler Tutor
Aug 15, 2024
168 - Creating Brighter Futures: Supporting Children with Autism in Early Childhood Settings with Shannon Estin, M.Ed.
Aug 14, 2024
167 - Compliance Confidence: How to Ace Your Next Licensing Visit
Aug 13, 2024
166 - Mastering Modern Child Care: Solutions for Staffing, Compliance, and Financial Resilience
Aug 12, 2024
165 - Kickstart Your Childcare Year: The Ultimate Guide to Energizing Events and Unforgettable Beginnings
Aug 09, 2024
164 - Open House Magic: Boost Your Child Care Center's Buzz
Aug 08, 2024
163 - Beyond the Burnout: Why Child Care Directors Must Seek Help
Aug 07, 2024
162 - Leveling Up: Boosting Quality and Systems as Your Child Care Business Grows
Aug 05, 2024
161 - Playful Insights: A Special Guest Spot on the ECE Classroom Podcast
Aug 02, 2024
160 - Child Care Confidential: Directors Spill the Tea on Industry Shake-Ups
Aug 01, 2024
159 - Kidpreneur Power: Sparking Business Brilliance in the Next Generation!
Jul 31, 2024
158 - Accreditation Vibes: How Earning Gold Stars Boosts YourTeam and Programs
Jul 30, 2024
157 - Empowering Toddlers’ Speech Development with Jill Urbine
Jul 29, 2024
156 - The Power of Play in Early Childhood Education
Jul 26, 2024
155 - Precision Playbook: Mastering Operations in Childcare
Jul 25, 2024
154 - Man Up in Pre-K: The Power of Male Role Models in Early Childhood Education
Jul 23, 2024
153 - In the News: Big Moves: How a Business Developer is Revolutionizing Childcare
Jul 19, 2024
152 - Director Track: Tiny Touches, Big Impact: How Small Details Drive Childcare Success
Jul 16, 2024
151 - Director Track: Sunshine and Smarts: Preparing for Summer Program Success!
Jul 15, 2024
150 - In the News: Quality Counts: How Standards Shape Reimbursement Rates
Jul 12, 2024
149 - The Keys to Thriving as a Childcare Director or Owner (From the vault)
Jul 11, 2024
148 - EducatorTrack: Unlocking the Vault: Secrets to Landing a Job as a Childcare Director
Jul 09, 2024
147 - Anniversary Revelations: One Year of Podcasting Wisdom!
Jul 08, 2024
146 - Building Legacy Beyond Four Walls: Excellence in Childcare Leadership with Guest Evangela Childs
Jul 03, 2024
145 - Hello, Listeners! 💕 July Vacation Vibes & Exciting Updates!
Jul 01, 2024
144 - In the News: Bars to Bright Futures! The Transformation of a Jail into a 400 slot Childcare Center
Jun 28, 2024
143 - Revitalize: Rediscovering Passion in Childcare Leadership
Jun 27, 2024
142 - Building Strong Foundations: Andrea Dickerson’s Blueprint for System Success
Jun 26, 2024
141 - Wicked Good Childcare Boss
Jun 25, 2024
140 - In the News: Expanding State Aid: Lessons from Other States
Jun 21, 2024
139 - In the News: Cultivating Connections & Building a Childcare Community
Jun 20, 2024
138 - In the News: Shifting the Narrative: From Daycare to Early Childhood Education
Jun 14, 2024
137 - Leading by Example and Being Present for Staff
Jun 13, 2024
136 - Navigating Childcare Regulations & Best Practices: Insights on Owning a Franchise
Jun 12, 2024
135 - EducatorTrack: Cultural Influences on Childcare Practices With Guest Kayla Papalia
Jun 11, 2024
134 - Providing Excellence in Every Aspect of Your Child Care Center
Jun 10, 2024
133 - In the News: Childcare Deserts ???
Jun 07, 2024
132 - Creating Memorable Moments at Preschool Graduation
Jun 06, 2024
131 - Bridging Borders: Contrasts and Commonalities in Early Childhood Education – A USA vs. Canada Perspective with Miss Jamie
Jun 05, 2024
130 - From Screen to Classroom: Transformative Channels for Child Care Directors
Jun 03, 2024
129 - In the news "Childcare in Crisis: States Leading the Way"
May 31, 2024
128 - The Vital Role of Male Teachers in Early Childhood Education
May 30, 2024
127 - Winning Together: Collaboration in Competitive Spaces
May 28, 2024
126 - In the News: The Impact on Parents
May 24, 2024
125 - Smart Spaces: Privacy Design and Material Mastery ECERS
May 20, 2024
124 - Why the Creative Curriculum is a Popular Choice for Child Care Centers
May 20, 2024
123 - Exploring Different Approaches to Group Time (From The Vault) Part 1
May 17, 2024
122 - Smart Budgeting: Keys to Stability in Childcare Operations
May 10, 2024
121 - Overcoming Financial Strain in YOUR childcare center
May 09, 2024
120- 20 Tips to Plan a Great Summer Program
May 08, 2024
119 - The Positive Impact of Mindfulness and Leadership with Julie Anderson
May 07, 2024
118 - Creating a Calm and Supportive Environment With Karla Saldivar
May 05, 2024
117 - The Compassionate Leader: Building Emotional Intelligence in Childcare
May 03, 2024
116 - Childcare Chronicles: Mastering the 20 Principles of Leadership
May 02, 2024
115 - Networking Opportunities at Childhood Conferences
Apr 30, 2024
114 - Beyond the Conference: Implementing Learned Strategies in Your Childcare Center
Apr 29, 2024
113 - Uncovering Blind Spots in Your Childcare Center Through Secret Shopper Visits with Guest Daniel Laurent
Apr 25, 2024
112 - The Cost of Chaos: Why Systems are Essential for Success in Childcare with Guest Daniel Laurent
Apr 24, 2024
111 - The Power of Parent Input: How a Focus Group Can Transform Your Program with Guest Daniel Laurent
Apr 23, 2024
110 - Building Trust and Credibility with Families with Guest Daniel Laurent
Apr 22, 2024
109 - Why Delegating Tasks is Essential for Your Childcare Center's Success
Apr 18, 2024
108 - The Importance of One on One Meetings in Childcare
Apr 17, 2024
107 - The Power of Leadership: Understanding the Difference Between a Leader and a Manager
Apr 16, 2024
106 - The Power of Asking the Right Questions in Childcare Hiring
Apr 15, 2024
105 - Why Your Help Wanted Ad Needs to Stand Out
Apr 12, 2024
104 - The Importance of Accountability in Childcare: Setting Expectations for Your Staff
Apr 11, 2024
103 - Creative Ways to Showcase Your Students and Program During Week of the Young Child
Apr 10, 2024
102 - Thinking Outside the Box for Teacher Appreciation Week
Apr 09, 2024
101- Fun and Engaging Team Building Activities for Childcare Teams
Apr 08, 2024
100 - Unlocking the Secrets to Funding Your Childcare Center
Apr 05, 2024
99 - Must Have Items for Your Onboarding Kit
Apr 03, 2024
98 - The Importance of a Seamless Onboarding Process: Why You Need to Get it Right from Day One
Apr 02, 2024
97 - Leadership Lessons for Childcare Directors
Mar 29, 2024
96 - Utilizing Reviews to Improve Your Childcare Business
Mar 28, 2024
95 - The Dos and Don'ts of Responding to Reviews
Mar 27, 2024
94 - How to Encourage Parents to Leave Positive Reviews"
Mar 26, 2024
93 - The Power of Reviews in the Childcare Industry
Mar 25, 2024
92 - Self-Care and Professional Growth: Let’s Chat
Mar 22, 2024
91- The Balanced Director: Mastering Self-Care in Child Care
Mar 21, 2024
90 - Recharge Your Life: The Power of Self-Care in Beating Burnout
Mar 20, 2024
89 - Finding Work-Life Balance as a Child Care Director
Mar 19, 2024
87 - The Wake-Up Call You are Not Invincible: Drop the Superhero Cape
Mar 18, 2024
88 - Caring for the Caregiver: A Guide to Self-Care for Child Care Directors
Mar 18, 2024
86 - A Day in the Life of a Child Care Director: The Real Edition
Jan 11, 2024
85 - There is No Tired Like Teacher Tired
Jan 10, 2024
84 - Causes of Communication Breakdown in the Workplace
Jan 09, 2024
83 - How to Mediate Challenges in Your Childcare Center
Jan 08, 2024
82 - Understanding the Importance of Addressing Staff Conflict in Childcare Programs
Jan 04, 2024
81 - Understanding the Role of a New Director: Building Respectful Relationships with Teachers"
Jan 02, 2024
80 - Crafting a Compelling Company Vision: A Roadmap for Childcare Teams
Jan 01, 2024
79 - Beat the Holiday Blues When You are Tired and Broke: Tips from a Child Care Director
Dec 19, 2023
78 - Through the Lens: Exploring Video Cameras in Childcare Centers
Dec 07, 2023
77 - The Benefits of Uniforms in the Teaching Profession: Creating a Unified Team
Dec 05, 2023
76 - Understanding the Role: 10 Signs You Might Not Be the Best Child Care Director
Dec 04, 2023
75 - Understanding the Importance of Delegation in Child Care Management
Nov 29, 2023
74 - The Power of Gratitude in Childcare Centers
Nov 28, 2023
73 - Overcoming Challenges in Collecting Payments
Nov 27, 2023
72 - Hello, From, Your Host
Nov 09, 2023
71 - Transforming Chaos into Order: The Magic of a Tidy Childcare Director's Office
Nov 07, 2023
70 - Cracking the Code: 20 Proven Strategies for Childcare Directors in a Competitive Landscape
Nov 06, 2023
69 - The Power of Inclusive Education in Child Care Systems
Nov 03, 2023
68 - Understanding Nightmare Parents in Childcare- Part 2
Nov 02, 2023
67 - Understanding Nightmare Parents in Childcare- Part 1
Nov 01, 2023
66 - Effective Communication: Strategies for Early Childhood Directors
Oct 27, 2023
65 - Inspiring and Motivating: Leadership Styles for Early Childhood Directors
Oct 26, 2023
64 - Navigating Challenges: Problem-Solving Strategies for Early Childhood Directors
Oct 25, 2023
63 - Building a Strong Foundation: Essential Leadership Skills for Early Childhood Directors
Oct 24, 2023
62 - Creating a Positive Work Environment to Retain Teachers
Oct 20, 2023
61 - Understanding the Causes of Teacher Turnover in Childcare Centers
Oct 19, 2023
60 - Solutions to Help Reduce Teacher Turnover in Your Childcare Center
Oct 18, 2023
59 - The Emotional Toll: Understanding the Mental Health Impact of Staff Shortages in Childcare
Oct 17, 2023
58 - The Looming Crisis: Understanding the Impact of Staff Shortages in Childcare
Oct 16, 2023
57 - Conducting Market Research for Competitive Childcare Pricing
Oct 13, 2023
56 - Understanding the Factors Affecting Childcare Tuition Rates
Oct 12, 2023
55 - Childcare Real Estate Insights: Unveiling the Potential of the 504 SBA Loan
Oct 10, 2023
54 - Establishing Strong Relationships with Parents and Children
Oct 09, 2023
53 - The Heart of Exceptional Childcare Owners
Oct 06, 2023
52 - Navigating Legal and Regulatory Requirements in Childcare
Oct 05, 2023
51 - Overcoming Common Challenges and Obstacles in Childcare Time Blocking
Oct 04, 2023
50 - Mastering Time Blocking Techniques for Childcare Directors
Oct 03, 2023
49 - Choosing the Right Time Management System for Childcare Directors
Oct 02, 2023
48 - Effective Strategies for Managing Behaviors in Toddler Classrooms
Sep 28, 2023
47 - Understanding the Unique Challenges of Running a Toddler Classroom
Sep 27, 2023
46 - Exploring Different Models of Flexible Work Arrangements in Childcare Centers
Sep 26, 2023
45 - Work-Life Balance and Self-Care for Childcare Professionals
Sep 25, 2023
44 - Steps to Designing an Effective Teacher Mentorship Program for Your Childcare Center
Sep 22, 2023
43 - Creative and Low-Cost Incentives for Your Teaching Team
Sep 21, 2023
42 - Creating an Engaging Environment: Setting the Stage for After School Success
Sep 20, 2023
41 - Childcare Industry Trends You Need to Know In 2023
Sep 19, 2023
40 - Guide to Finding Supportive Resources for Families as a Childcare Administrator
Sep 18, 2023
39 - Creating Exciting, Engaging and Inspiring Parent Newsletters
Sep 15, 2023
38 - Unlocking Parent Engagement
Sep 14, 2023
37 - How to Create an Effective Routine for Your Childcare Center to Start the School Year Off Right
Sep 12, 2023
36 - How to Hold an Amazing Open House at Your Childcare Program
Sep 11, 2023
35 - How to Become a Visionary Child Care Leader
Sep 08, 2023
34 - Understanding the Importance of Insurance for Childcare Providers
Sep 07, 2023
33 - How to Use Facebook to Build Your Childcare Centers Online Presence
Sep 06, 2023
32 - How to Use Social Media to Attract Top Teachers to Your Childcare Program
Sep 05, 2023
31 - The Branding Blueprint: Elevating Your Childcare Program
Sep 01, 2023
30 - How You Can Help Your Childcare Staff Understand FTE and Why it Matters
Aug 31, 2023
29 - How You Can Build Empathy and Leadership in a Childcare Center
Aug 29, 2023
28 - Top Ways to Foster Open Clear Communication in Your Childcare Center
Aug 28, 2023
27 - The Crucial Role of a Comprehensive Parent Handbook for Childcare Centers
Aug 25, 2023
26 - Developing a Curriculum and Program Structure
Aug 24, 2023
25 - Creating a Business Plan for Your Before & After School Program
Aug 23, 2023
24 - Identifying the Need and Setting Goals for Your Before & After School Program
Aug 22, 2023
23 - Introduction to Starting a Before and After School Program
Aug 21, 2023
22 - The Checklist for Providing Adequate Resources and Materials in Your Program
Aug 18, 2023
21 - Child Care Membership Organizations for Child Care Directors
Aug 17, 2023
20 - The Power of Classroom Layout: Creating an Engaging Learning Environment
Aug 16, 2023
19 - What Does FTE Mean in a Childcare Program and How Do You Use It?
Aug 14, 2023
18 - How to Manage Your Child Care Center's Waitlist
Aug 10, 2023
17 - Maximizing Profit in Childcare: A Comprehensive Guide for 2023
Aug 09, 2023
16 - The Benefits of Participating in Your States Quality Rating System ( QRS)
Aug 08, 2023
15 - The Benefits of Working with a Child Care Coach for your Child Care Center
Aug 07, 2023
14 - Navigating the Delicate Process of Terminating a Child Care Employee: A Director's Guide
Aug 04, 2023
13 - The Importance of an Amazing Onboarding Process for Your Childcare Staff
Aug 02, 2023
12 - Crafting an Exceptional Website for Your Childcare Business
Aug 01, 2023
11 - Considerations for Creating a Budget for your Child Care Program
Jul 31, 2023
10 - The 5 Top Financial Reports You Must Understand in Child Care Business
Jul 28, 2023
9 - Pricing Strategies for Child Care Owners
Jul 27, 2023
8 - How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in a New Position in Education
Jul 26, 2023
7 - Marketing Strategies for Your Child Care Program
Jul 24, 2023
6 - Planning Your 2023 School Age Summer Camp Program
Jul 19, 2023
5 -Tips on Hiring the Right Staff Member for Your Child Care Center
Jul 18, 2023
4 - Tackling Tuesday, a Day in the Life of a Childcare Director (Laugh a little and remember the joy)
Jul 17, 2023
3 - The Do's and Don'ts of Holding a Child Care Staff Meeting (with a side of Humor)
Jul 14, 2023
2 - Ten Tips to Rebuild Your Childcare Team
Jul 12, 2023
1 - Monday Motivation for Child Care Leaders
Jul 10, 2023
Welcome to our Podcast Trailer
Jul 10, 2023