The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
137 - Leading by Example and Being Present for Staff
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In this episode, host Erica Saccoccio invites Angela, a childcare center director, to discuss being an inspiring leader and fostering team motivation. They emphasize the importance of leading with a big heart and ensuring all needs are met for children, families, and staff. Angela shares examples of how her compassionate leadership style positively impacts her team members and resolves conflicts. They also discuss promoting a culture of kindness and inclusivity within the childcare center. The episode concludes with advice for childcare directors who aspire to lead with compassion and empathy.
Takeaways
- Leading with a big heart and ensuring all needs are met is important for inspiring leadership in the childcare industry.
- Compassionate leadership positively impacts team members and resolves conflicts within the team and with families.
- Promoting a culture of kindness and inclusivity is crucial in a childcare center.
- Leading by example and being present for staff are important aspects of inspiring leadership.
- Building relationships and trust with team members is key to fostering a sense of connection and motivation.
- Being proactive and responsive to the needs of families and staff is essential for maintaining a positive work environment.
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