The Childcare Business Coach

Do you sometimes feel like your preschool runs you? Are you a daycare / preschool owner or director? Join Evelyn Knight as she takes you through the world of childcare management and financial stability. Discover how you can achieve high quality standards on a budget, coach and retain employees, and enroll enough children to fill your center. We will dive into issues that childcare professionals face on a daily basis.We will also tackle hot topics like assessments, infant and toddler care, NAEYC accreditation, QRIS standards, working with ITERS and ECERS and many more issues early child education professionals face A variety of ECE specialists will be joining the discussion. For more information, check us out at: www.childcarebusinessprofessionals.com Music Credit to Purple Planet Music

The Childcare Business Coach is a education podcast hosted by Evelyn Knight, with 134 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Evelyn Knight hosts The Childcare Business Coach, a education show with 134 episodes published.

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  The Shocking Truth: Why 91% of Childcare Businesses Fail

  Apr 8, 202521 minS0

  <p>The shocking truth about childcare business longevity will make you rethink your entire approach to ownership. Did you know that a mere 9% of childcare programs survive beyond the 10-year mark? Even more alarming, 41% close before completing their first year, and a staggering 80% shutter before hitting the two-year milestone. These statistics represent real businesses, real dreams, and real investments that vanished—leaving their owners with nothing to show for years of hard work.<br/><br/>What separates the successful 9% from the rest? After nearly two decades in business, I've identified three critical factors that determine whether your childcare center becomes a...

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  Surviving Economic Cycles in Child Care with Cindy Lehnhoff Director at National Child Care Association

  Apr 7, 202537 minS0

  <p>Running a successful childcare business requires more than just a passion for children—it demands business acumen, adaptability, and sometimes making tough decisions. Cindy Lenhoff, Director of the National Child Care Association, brings four decades of industry expertise to this eye-opening conversation about navigating economic cycles in the childcare sector.<br/><br/>Drawing from her journey from accidental preschool teacher to vice president of the second-largest childcare company in America, Cindy shares invaluable wisdom on sustainability during economic downturns. The post-COVID era has left many newer owners unprepared for normal market conditions after years of government assistance. Now, childcare en...

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  Building a Resilient Centers: Strategies for Success and Navigating Challenges

  Jan 31, 202535 minS0

  <p>This episode explores strategies for childcare center owners to enhance enrollment, improve quality, and withstand economic fluctuations. Evelyn shares insights on educating families about the value of quality childcare and emphasizes the need for intentional practices in management and marketing.<br/><br/>• Importance of intentionality in childcare management <br/>• Strategies for overcoming enrollment obstacles <br/>• Competing effectively against corporate childcare centers <br/>• Marketing as an educational tool for family engagement <br/>• Budgeting effectively amidst rising operational costs <br/>• Enhancing staff loyalty and motivation through positive culture <br/>• Creating a mission-driven environment for staff and children</p><p>If you are interested in ge...

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  Building a Resilient Childcare Business: Strategies for Thriving Amid Economic Challenges

  Jan 22, 202520 minS0

  <p>Are you ready to transform your childcare business into a resilient asset that thrives even in economic storms? Join me, Evelyn Knight, as I share insights from my 17-year journey navigating the ever-evolving landscape of childcare. Learn how to tackle the economic challenges of 2024 brought on by subsidy changes and financial setbacks, drawing inspiration from Southwest Airlines' innovative problem-solving ethos. I reveal strategies for diversifying income without burdening parents, ensuring your childcare program stands strong against financial difficulties.<br/><br/>We'll confront the startling reality that 91% of childcare centers falter before a decade, with an even smaller fraction successfully...

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  Finding Joy and Peace Amidst Life's Challenges

  Jan 21, 202514 minS0

  <p>Ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders, even when everything seems to be going well? That's exactly where I found myself this year, navigating the intertwined exhilaration and daunting moments of 2024. Join me on this emotional journey as I unveil the strategies I've developed to transform negative thoughts into positive ones, using tools like gratitude and praise journals to realign my perspective. I promise you'll uncover tools to help you sift through chaos and unearth beauty and strength even in the most challenging seasons.<br/><br/>Through honest reflections and personal stories, I contemplate the stark...

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