ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie

Send us Fan Mail This episode is from a particular training that Carrie hosted through Zoom. We took that audio to reach more people and anyone who missed it, and we included some questions people asked and her whole training. Contact us if you have any questions! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Direc...

Send us Fan Mail Now that we are getting into hurricane season, more natural disasters are happening which can be overwhelming for kids and their teachers. In this episode, Kate and Carrie discuss what is essential to prepare for your center and your students and what you can do.  Listen to our previous episode about natural disaster seasons: Episode 140 https://childcareconversationswithkateandca...

Send us Fan Mail Carrie and Kate have been training directors for over 2 decades, they started this podcast to share thier tips and tricks of the business. If you're ready to become a qualified director, follow their steps! 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" 📖...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie discuss why and how to hire men for your childcare center. If you missed our previous episode, more is discussed on how to reduce gossip in your center. 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" 📖 Join our Faceb...

Send us Fan Mail The begging of the school year can be overwhelming and stressful. Things can fall through the cracks, especially with new students. In this week's episode,  Kate and Carrie review the 4 F's of registration and what you must remember for this time of year. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Succ...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Kate and Carrie discuss the issue of gossip in the childcare industry. They suggest that a more gender-diverse workforce could help reduce gossip, and discuss strategies for handling tattling and exclusion among staff. They also discuss how to manage conflicts, emphasizing the importance of clear communication, understanding, and problem-solving. The conve...

Send us Fan Mail Carrie and Kate haven't done an update episode in quite a long time. They wanted to update everyone on their goals, what they are working on, and share so Monkey Poo wisdom. 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" 📖 Join our Facebook Group for Child...

Send us Fan Mail With the release of Barbie, Carrie and Kate and ready to bring you a fun bonus episode! Lets talk about the color pink and dolls in your classroom. How do colors and gender specific toys make a difference in your center? 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&...

Send us Fan Mail What is coaching? Why should you coach? We're not football coaches but we are here to help others. Learn about Kate and Carrie's coaching stories and what it means to coach a team. 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" 📖 Join our Facebook Gro...

Send us Fan Mail What can you do next? Do you like to help others? What are some ways to get better? Carrie and Kate have been trainers for more than 20 years and are ready to tell you why to train others. 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" 📖 Join our Facebook Group...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, hosts Kate and Carrie chat with Neal, a business broker specializing in childcare centers. They dive into the nitty-gritty of buying and selling child care businesses. He shares his wisdom on the importance of financial readiness, the pros and cons of leasing vs. buying, and the critical role demographics play in choosing a location.  Neal also highlights the uniq...

Send us Fan Mail We are reposting one of our favorite episodes from three years ago for this episode. Kate and Carrie discuss the best times to plan vacations for yourself and tips for planning around summer holidays. 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" 📖 Join our Fa...

Send us Fan Mail It's hot this summer in Texas and Kate and Carrie are ready to discuss some hot topics. This week Kate and Carrie discuss training for your staff and why your staff needs to go to the many conferences this fall and how to prepare for it. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "Child Care Conversations with Kate and Carrie," the hosts sit down with Vickie to chat about all things planners. They swap stories about juggling paper vs. electronic calendars, and Vickie shares why she’s a big fan of good old-fashioned paper planners, especially for emergencies, legal documentation, and keeping track of quirky holidays with kids. ...

Send us Fan Mail 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" 📖 Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals! Join our Podcast Newsletter ! Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more. Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our...

Send us Fan Mail 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" 📖 Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals! Join our Podcast Newsletter ! Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more. Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our...

Send us Fan Mail 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" 📖 Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals! Join our Podcast Newsletter ! Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more. Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie reveal their Secret Marketing tool for your childcare center.  Want to know this secret tool? Want to find out another way to market your center? Want to know how to increase sales? Listen to this episode! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Di...

Send us Fan Mail Carrie and Kate have been doing online training for over a decade. Since Covid-19, online training has grown and evolved in many ways. Are all of these trainings good? Are these right for everyone? What's best for the people in your center? Listen to this week's podcast to learn more about online training and how to learn more! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more?...

Send us Fan Mail One of Kate's favorite subjects is "location, location, location!" Ready to open your Childcare center? Looking for a building to open your new business? In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie discuss what you need to research about the location. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Su...

Send us Fan Mail People who work in childcare want to help kids, be friendly, and work with kids. One thing you might not know is that you are also a salesperson. We know our directors dread this and don't want to do it. In this week's podcast, Kate and Carrie help you with your marketing and "sales" so you can have a thriving center. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more?...

Send us Fan Mail April can be difficult for money because now is the time for taxes. While Carrie and Kate believe you should ensure your business is ready, this week's episode will be about your financials. Making sure your house is in order, literally.  Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Carrie and Kate talk to their next superfriend Erica! She is a superhero director who gets to travel to different centers and train new directors. Learn about her story in today's episode and learn more about becoming a director trainer. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to...

Send us Fan Mail April can be challenging, and your mind might be overwhelmed with money. This week, we introduce Carrie(with a different hat) and her over a decade of experience in real estate. Find out if buying or renting your childcare facility is better, and how to save money to reach your goals. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got T...

Send us Fan Mail Meet our next super friend Camille! This week, Carrie and Kate talk to Camille to find out how she is a superhero, and how she has built her reputation. She can do this by just learning people's names!  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" 📖 Join...