235 - Building Relationships and Networks: Collaborating for Positive Change
11/12/24 • 13 min
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This episode discusses how child care directors can become active advocates in their state and make a meaningful impact on policies that affect children, families, and the early childhood profession. It emphasizes the importance of staying informed about key issues and policies, joining advocacy organizations and coalitions, and leveraging strengths and interests to make a difference. The benefits of advocacy include amplifying voices, influencing policy decisions, building relationships and networks, and experiencing fulfillment and empowerment. The episode also provides resources for child care directors to get involved in advocacy.
Takeaways
- Child care directors have a unique opportunity and responsibility to advocate for positive change in their communities.
- Staying informed about key issues and policies is crucial for effective advocacy.
- Child care directors can leverage their strengths and interests to make a difference.
- Advocacy allows directors to amplify their voices and influence policy decisions.
- Building relationships and networks with stakeholders is important for advancing shared goals.
- Advocacy provides a sense of fulfillment and empowerment.
- Child care directors can get involved in advocacy through organizations, coalitions, and online forums.
- Being part of advocacy efforts can make a real difference in the lives of children, families, and child care staff.
🔗 Stay Connected & Grow With Us!
🎉 Love what you’re hearing on The Childcare Director’s Chair? Here’s how to join our amazing community of passionate, growth-minded childcare leaders:
📱 Follow us on Instagram for tips, behind-the-scenes, and director motivation:
👉 @ccdcpodcast
🎤 Want to be a guest on the show?
We’re always looking for directors and experts with powerful stories and real insight. Apply here:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
🌐 Join our community + get free resources and monthly leadership tips:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
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👉 The Childcare Directors Chair Leadership Group | Facebook
💬 Let’s keep growing together—one real conversation at a time.
#ChildcareDirectorsChair #ECELeadership #PreschoolDirectorLife #ChildCarePodcast #DirectorSupport #EarlyChildhoodLeaders #BeAGuest #JoinTheMovement
This episode discusses how child care directors can become active advocates in their state and make a meaningful impact on policies that affect children, families, and the early childhood profession. It emphasizes the importance of staying informed about key issues and policies, joining advocacy organizations and coalitions, and leveraging strengths and interests to make a difference. The benefits of advocacy include amplifying voices, influencing policy decisions, building relationships and networks, and experiencing fulfillment and empowerment. The episode also provides resources for child care directors to get involved in advocacy.
Takeaways
- Child care directors have a unique opportunity and responsibility to advocate for positive change in their communities.
- Staying informed about key issues and policies is crucial for effective advocacy.
- Child care directors can leverage their strengths and interests to make a difference.
- Advocacy allows directors to amplify their voices and influence policy decisions.
- Building relationships and networks with stakeholders is important for advancing shared goals.
- Advocacy provides a sense of fulfillment and empowerment.
- Child care directors can get involved in advocacy through organizations, coalitions, and online forums.
- Being part of advocacy efforts can make a real difference in the lives of children, families, and child care staff.
🔗 Stay Connected & Grow With Us!
🎉 Love what you’re hearing on The Childcare Director’s Chair? Here’s how to join our amazing community of passionate, growth-minded childcare leaders:
📱 Follow us on Instagram for tips, behind-the-scenes, and director motivation:
👉 @ccdcpodcast
🎤 Want to be a guest on the show?
We’re always looking for directors and experts with powerful stories and real insight. Apply here:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
🌐 Join our community + get free resources and monthly leadership tips:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
👥 Join our FREE private Facebook group just for childcare directors and leaders like you:
👉 The Childcare Directors Chair Leadership Group | Facebook
💬 Let’s keep growing together—one real conversation at a time.
#ChildcareDirectorsChair #ECELeadership #PreschoolDirectorLife #ChildCarePodcast #DirectorSupport #EarlyChildhoodLeaders #BeAGuest #JoinTheMovement
Previous Episode
234 - The 'Boss's Guide to a Positive Work Environment
1 RecommendationsIn this episode, Erica Sacoscio discusses how to become the best child care boss by empowering your team, focusing on leadership and growth, and prioritizing work-life balance. She emphasizes the importance of delegating effectively, investing in continuous training and development, and offering competitive compensation and benefits. Erica also highlights the significance of surrounding yourself with the right team, honing your leadership and management skills, and holding your team accountable. Additionally, she emphasizes the need for clear and open communication, promoting a positive work environment, and prioritizing self-care and work-life balance.
Takeaways
- Delegating effectively and empowering your team is key to being a great child care boss.
- Invest in continuous training and development for your team to promote professional growth.
- Offer competitive compensation and benefits to recognize the value of your child care team.
- Surround yourself with the right team by clarifying the qualities and skills you're looking for.
- Hone your leadership and management skills to set clear expectations and provide constructive feedback.
- Hold your team accountable by setting clear expectations, conducting regular check-ins, and providing consequences and rewards.
- Promote clear and open communication, foster a positive work environment, and prioritize self-care and work-life balance.
🔗 Stay Connected & Grow With Us!
🎉 Love what you’re hearing on The Childcare Director’s Chair? Here’s how to join our amazing community of passionate, growth-minded childcare leaders:
📱 Follow us on Instagram for tips, behind-the-scenes, and director motivation:
👉 @ccdcpodcast
🎤 Want to be a guest on the show?
We’re always looking for directors and experts with powerful stories and real insight. Apply here:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
🌐 Join our community + get free resources and monthly leadership tips:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
👥 Join our FREE private Facebook group just for childcare directors and leaders like you:
👉 The Childcare Directors Chair Leadership Group | Facebook
💬 Let’s keep growing together—one real conversation at a time.
#ChildcareDirectorsChair #ECELeadership #PreschoolDirectorLife #ChildCarePodcast #DirectorSupport #EarlyChildhoodLeaders #BeAGuest #JoinTheMovement
Next Episode
236 - Steps to Obtain a CDA Credential
1 RecommendationsThis episode of the Child Care Director's Chair podcast discusses the steps involved in obtaining a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential. The host emphasizes the importance of the CDA in enhancing qualifications and advancing careers in early childhood education. The steps include meeting eligibility requirements, choosing a CDA setting, gaining practical experience, compiling a professional portfolio, completing the CDA application, scheduling a verification visit, preparing for the CDA exam, and maintaining and renewing the credential. The host encourages childcare directors to support their team members in obtaining the CDA.
🔗 Stay Connected & Grow With Us!
🎉 Love what you’re hearing on The Childcare Director’s Chair? Here’s how to join our amazing community of passionate, growth-minded childcare leaders:
📱 Follow us on Instagram for tips, behind-the-scenes, and director motivation:
👉 @ccdcpodcast
🎤 Want to be a guest on the show?
We’re always looking for directors and experts with powerful stories and real insight. Apply here:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
🌐 Join our community + get free resources and monthly leadership tips:
👉 Director Resources | Child Care Director
👥 Join our FREE private Facebook group just for childcare directors and leaders like you:
👉 The Childcare Directors Chair Leadership Group | Facebook
💬 Let’s keep growing together—one real conversation at a time.
#ChildcareDirectorsChair #ECELeadership #PreschoolDirectorLife #ChildCarePodcast #DirectorSupport #EarlyChildhoodLeaders #BeAGuest #JoinTheMovement
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