In this podcast episode, Carrie and Kate discuss the importance of directors taking vacations and their impact on their centers. They explore the challenges and benefits of stepping away and share strategies for preparing staff and parents for the director's absence. The episode also offers practical tips for directors on effectively disconnecting and delegating responsibilities during their time off, ensuring the center continues running smoothly.

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In this podcast episode, Kate and Carrie host Summer Picha, an expert in early childhood education with 23 years of experience. Summer discusses her journey from working in a program kitchen to owning schools and her shift to consulting and training during the pandemic. She introduces her Conscious Classroom Certification Model, which focuses on aligning staff with organizational values and implementing brain science in staff training. The episode covers leadership challenges in early childhood programs and details Summer's leadership boot camp, designed for various levels of leaders. They also touch on vendor management and the importance of understanding all facility running aspects. Information about Summer's work and how to connect with her on social media is provided, emphasizing her Facebook page, Conscious Classroom Certification Model. The conversation ends with a mention of Montessori education and the work involved in transitioning to this approach.

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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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