Above & Beyond

Above and Beyond Consulting has emerged from my journey in the sector of Early Childhood Education. Hello, I'm Stella Stead. I am an advocate for early childhood and a mother to a beautiful six month old. My Early Childhood journey commenced in 1997. Throughout the past twenty years I have worked in both the private sector in Long Day Care and Community based services. Above & Beyond Consulting is about empowering educators to be the best they can be. When I meet clients, many have been in the role for many years and looking for new ideas and perspectives, whilst other clients are new to the role and are not sure the skill set required to be successful in the role. First and foremost, it is about happiness. Anything that we choose to do in life should be because we want to. Not just for the money, not for the status, but because it brings you pure joy. I always ask my clients; ''Are you happy?". My passion is to inspire and empower educators to be the best they can be Above and Beyond Early Childhood Consulting aims to teach leaders to be authentic in their roles. I work with my clients to be authentic in their roles as leaders, whether it be as a Nominated Supervisors or as the Educational leader of the service. Leadership is about creating more leaders, not followers. The key to a happy and effective team is to have leaders who are confident, competent and humble in their roles. Leaders who will take the initiative and lead the way for continuous improvement. The sessions are led by material from : The National Quality Framework Early Years Learning Framework Education and Care Services Regulations Current research and topics of the Early childhood sector

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Local Limelight Interview - Above & Beyond and Jake Mackenzie

In the Limelight this fortnight is Stella Stead from Above & Beyond Early Childhood Consulting. Her approach to business is truly remarkable in that she always looks for avenues to improve both businesses she engages with, as well as the personal team members that are involved. Her main mission is to lift others to be better people and to enjoy their working lives. Please note, this is the audio taken from the following video: https://www.facebook.com/samphiljake/videos/422847758930196

02-18
11:33

Emma Queen Interview

In this episode, we are speaking with Emma Queen about the importance of journaling and how it can benefit your wellbeing, particularly as we navigate our way through these times of uncertainty. **There a couple of light swear words through this conversation, so please be aware where you are watching this clip. Here is more information if you would like to follow Emma Queen: https://living-with-intention.teachable.com/courses Free/Cheap books: https://gumroad.com/emmaqueen The FREE FB group is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/5dayjournal Socials: https://www.facebook.com/expertingettingshitdone Website - www.emmaqueen.com.au Email: hello@emmaqueen.com.au

05-23
19:19

Deborah McNelis Interview

We have a special overseas guest today! Today's episode is Deborah Mcnelis and myself extending on the importance of not letting stress take control. If you attended the Childhood Education Conference, you would remember Deborah was our first keynote speaker from the USA. When I spoke with Stephanie Meades on the last episode, Steph spoke about the amygdala on the brain and how it is our stress response and I asked Deborah some more questions about it.

05-10
17:06

Blessie Pica Interview

Start your day off right with a song along with the amazing Blessie Pica. Blessie is a talented musician and singer. Blessie provided lunchtime music at this year's Childhood Education Conference. Blessie talks about the importance of her faith during this time and how important these current circumstances are moving forward. So grab your team and enjoy this wonderful song.

05-03
12:57

Wendy Mason Interview

Check out today's podcast with Wendy Mason- as she talks about the Kids Light Up book series. Wendy was a stallholder at the Childhood Education Conference this year. A message from Wendy.... The ‘Shining with Light’ picture storybooks are based on virtues with a positive message to children. They include social stories that describe what the virtue looks like, what happens when things go wrong and a solution to the problem. Use these stories and activities that are suggested on our website for further extension and mindful activities. Purchase one or all of the books here: www.kidslightup.com.au Sign up with your email on our website and received 5 free colouring pages Email me: wendy@kidslightup.com.au and I will send you all 9 colouring pages for free. Let me know how you are using the books at home or in your schools and centres so I can share with others

04-26
12:33

Stephanie Meads interview

A conversation with Stella Stead and Stephanie Meades about the importance of well being as we navigate through these times of uncertainty. Hi, amazing educators! Here is the audio clip about well-being during these uncertain times with the amazing Stephanie Meades from Life Wellness Co. https://lifewellnessco.com/ It's a great audio clip to share with all your team members. I'm going to be speaking to different people over the coming weeks and uploading these clips to spread positivity! Thank you Stella x

04-19
12:32
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