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ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie

De: Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young
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  • Kate and Carrie have over 62 years in the childcare business industry and bring that background to their conversations. Having worked with over 5000 childcare programs across the country in the last 30 years together they are a fun and powerful team - ready to help you tackle your problems with practical solutions.

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  • Episode 203: When the Boss is Out: Managing a Childcare Center Without Losing Your Mind
    May 28 2024

    In this podcast episode, Kate and Carrie explore the delicate issue of handling health problems within a childcare center's leadership team. They emphasize empathy and practicality in managing the increased workload, suggesting strategies like private meetings, task delegation, and creating temporary positions to support the affected team. They advise against firing individuals due to health issues, instead adjusting roles and compensation. The conversation also covers setting boundaries, prioritizing tasks, and reshuffling duties to maintain a healthy work-life balance and a supportive environment for all staff members.

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    Thanks for Listening 🎙

    • Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖
    • Like us on Facebook! 👍
    • Contact us if you have any questions or have a good idea for a future episode!
    • Are you looking for a good director training? Check out our Website for our training and additional resources!


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    21 m
  • Episode 202: The Childcare Staffing Dilemma: Finding the Right Fit for Summer Employment
    May 21 2024

    In this podcast episode, Carrie and Kate explore solutions to the persistent staffing shortages in childcare facilities. They discuss the potential of hiring young adults, particularly those aged 18 to 25, for temporary summer positions, which could lead to long-term employment. They also consider the benefits of employing teachers and retirees, offering strategies to accommodate the latter's learning preferences. The conversation underscores the importance of a diverse and flexible staff to maintain operations without over-relying on expensive substitutes, offering practical hiring advice for childcare programs facing staffing challenges.

    Support the Show.

    Thanks for Listening 🎙

    • Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖
    • Like us on Facebook! 👍
    • Contact us if you have any questions or have a good idea for a future episode!
    • Are you looking for a good director training? Check out our Website for our training and additional resources!


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    14 m
  • Episode 201: What Insurance Coverage Does Your Child Care Program Need?
    May 15 2024

    In this episode of ChildCare Conversations, Kate and Carrie discuss the complexities of insurance for childcare programs with Blake, an insurance professional. They delve into the necessity of accurate insurance coverage, considering the increased construction and materials costs over time. Blake advises on the importance of general liability, abuse, molestation coverage, professional liability, and auto policies, including hired and non-owned auto coverage. He also highlights how licensing deficiencies can affect insurance rates and the value of contesting unfounded deficiencies. The conversation covers the impact of COVID-19 on insurance rates, the significance of business interruption insurance, and the need for employment practices liability insurance. The episode underscores the importance of understanding and maintaining proper insurance to protect childcare programs financially.

    Blake Sanders
    Aleaf Insurance - National coverage
    Phone: (972) 232-2258

    Child Care Division:
    Phone: (972) 312-9999
    https://www.aleafinsurance.com/child-care

    Support the Show.

    Thanks for Listening 🎙

    • Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖
    • Like us on Facebook! 👍
    • Contact us if you have any questions or have a good idea for a future episode!
    • Are you looking for a good director training? Check out our Website for our training and additional resources!


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    28 m

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