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LineLeader by ChildcareCRM is the first and only unified platform for childcare organizations - offering full-featured customer relationship management (CRM) software, a family engagement app, and a center management system (CMS). Our podcast episodes feature exciting guests within the ECE community who share their tips for successfully managing your childcare business operations, marketing and family engagement, and staffing.

Childcare Marketing Secrets with Helppli: How to Fill Spots, Build Your Brand, and Grow Locally

Ready to throw out the cookie-cutter advice and supercharge your childcare marketing strategy? In this powerhouse episode, Sierra from LineLeader sits down with Jeromie from Helppli — a true marketing heavyweight with deep roots in the childcare industry. Jeromie Hill is a former pro basketball player turned entrepreneur and marketing specialist. After playing NCAA Division I basketball in Texas and professionally for the Sydney Kings in Australia’s NBL, he transitioned into business, earning...

06-10
01:00:59

Keys to Growing an International After School & Youth Enrichment Franchise Brand

Explore the ever-evolving world of educational enrichment with industry experts Matt Rogers of Code Ninjas and Megan Bowling from Stretch-n-Grow International. This episode is a deep dive into the intricacies of franchise expansion, the state of the industry (in terms of staffing, marketing & enrollment, and business growth), and how regional economies sculpt the landscape of after-school & children's enrichment programs.

04-18
40:31

Legacy in Transition: How to Pass the Torch for Your Multi-Site Childcare Business

Transitioning ownership of your childcare business involves more than just handing over the keys to the building. Join Kathe Petchel, ECE Expert, Multi-Site Business Owner, and Business Development Specialist at Hinge Early Education Advisors as she shares her experience helping other multi-site owners develop an exit strategy for their business as they step out of the day-to-day operations and bring in new leadership. Whether you plan to entrust your business to a family member, a team memb...

03-20
01:00:02

2024 Trends & Insights for Scaling Australian ECE Businesses [Expert Panel]

Get ready to unlock the secrets to scaling and growing your early childhood business in this eye-opening episode! Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the ECE industry and gain invaluable insights from our panel of experts. From the latest strategies in compliance and best practices to leadership training and team building, our esteemed guests share their expertise to help you take your childcare business to new heights. Plus, we'll explore the innovative role of technology in ...

02-19
52:22

Scaling for Success: Key Takeaways from the 2024 ECE Benchmark Report

Get ready to unlock the secrets to scaling and growing your early childhood business in this eye-opening episode! Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the ECE industry and gain invaluable insights from our panel of experts. From the latest strategies in compliance and best practices to leadership training and team building, our esteemed guests share their expertise to help you take your childcare business to new heights. Plus, we'll explore the innovative role of technology in ...

01-19
59:50

Building a Preschool Empire: The Success Story of Julie Roy

Ever wondered how a small Montessori preschool in a church basement could grow into a thriving chain of seven centres? Our guest for today, Julie Roy, a serial entrepreneur and childcare scaling expert, has done just that. She shares her thrilling journey navigating the challenges of expansion, acquiring culturally diverse schools, and maintaining excellence across all locations. Julie doesn't shy away from the gritty details of her journey. She recalls the hair-raising experience of turning...

10-12
01:05:31

How to Champion Change in Early Education and Public Policy with Cindy Lehnhoff

In this lively episode, we're joined by Cindy Lehnhoff, a true ECE superstar with over 36 years of combined experience as an educator and multi-site manager at La Petite and Learning Care Group. Now the Director of NCCA, Cindy's enthusiasm shines as we dive into the fascinating world of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Together, we'll discuss the ever-changing ECE landscape, especially after the onset of COVID-19. Cindy, with her extensive background, adds colorful insights about the challeng...

08-24
48:36

What Australian Parents Really Want at Your Childcare Centre

Are you still struggling to find out what a real Australian parent want from your childcare? Listen in to our under 10 minute podcast to walk through what Australian parents are looking for when they search for care, it might not be what you think! Discover new trends that is coming through the new generation of families. Give us your feedback on what you want to hear next!

06-14
07:31

Marketing Your Childcare Center From the Ground Up with Ruth Ann Rose

Ruth Ann has a strong history in outside sales, and her expertise lies in executing hyperlocal marketing plans. She enjoys working with business owners to create, employ, and measure ROI for marketing strategies. However, even with the earnest desire to produce effective marketing, most small business owners lack the time to educate themselves on local store and optimized Internet marketing. And that’s where she shines. Check out her childcare strategies blogs: https://rb.gy/vtsaac And get ...

03-22
35:36

2023 Benchmark Report Walkthrough: Down Under, for Australian Childcare Providers

Have you heard about the 2023 Benchmark Report? We’ve got you covered! Dive deep into the challenges of the parent experience and what tips or tools can be used to help solve these problems. Listen to our podcast hosted by experts Selene & Pikka from LineLeader as they go through key takeaways from the report in this lively discussion. Download 2023 Benchmark Report - https://lineleader.com/en-au/2023-benchmark-report-download

03-17
25:27

Black History Month Roundtable: Celebrating Culture and Progress

During Black History Month, we honor the remarkable achievements and contributions of Black individuals who have helped shape our world in countless ways🌎 At LineLeader, we're joining the celebration with a special podcast episode featuring a Black History Month Roundtable. In the episode, different members of our team share their thoughts on the significance of Black History Month, how they celebrate, diversity in education and the workplace, and more🙏 We invite you...

02-21
35:03

ChildcareCRM is Now LineLeader: The How, The What, and the Why Should I Care?

Tune in and discover how to: -Manage your entire family journey with less work -Increase family and staff retention -Automate necessary but time-consuming tasks for your staff -Improve performance across your business -Get more time back in your day to focus on what matters most Plus, get an audio walkthrough of the only unified platform that includes full-featured CRM software (customer relationship management), parent engagement app, and CMS (childcare management software) together in one ...

12-21
49:58

Grow Your Childcare Center's Brand Like a Pro with Michael Tasner

Michael Tasner started his own web design business at 15 years old. Now he's the CEO of Local Child Care Marketing and Parent Marketing as well as a published author of several Marketing how-to books. Michael and his team of marketing experts help childcare businesses create digital marketing strategies and systems that build their audience, reduce customer acquisition costs, and increase enrollments. Learn more about Parent Marketing and their services here: https://parentmarketing.com/

06-28
51:14

Tips for Effective Team Building in Early Education

Beth Cannon is an ECE mentor, speaker, and professional team builder! She loves helping childcare leaders find their purpose, simplify their processes, and create policies that engage and inspire their teams. For more support for developing leaders and building strong teams, check out these resources: Free Master Class - 3 Secrets to go from Chaos to Clarity - April 26, May 3, or May 5 Stuck to Strategy Academy - 12-week Group Coaching Program - starts May 9 Owners + Director's FaceBook Sup...

04-25
28:15

How to Create a Culture of Contribution with Chanie Wilschanski

Chanie Wilschanski, Host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast, is an Early Childhood Leadership Coach, CEO, and Founder of Schools of Excellence. Chanie has worked with hundreds of EC Directors and School Owners who are working to build a School of Excellence with higher staff retention, teacher motivation, parent partnership, and collaborative culture. Download resources to build a culture of contribution: https://schoolsofexcellence.com/blame?utm_medium=partner&utm_source=childcare-crm...

03-22
40:13

Top Tour Secrets From a Childcare Millionaire with Brian and Carol Duprey

Brian and Carol Duprey are certified child care coaches, best-selling authors, and motivational speakers. Having 10 centers of their own, they've learned the ins and outs of how to host a childcare tour that converts. Discover best practices and tips from childcare experts in this episode. GET THEIR BOOK: Child Care Millionaire: Tour Secrets is made up of 67 Tactics and Tips to help the tour giver sell more effectively, increasing tour conversations and making the center more profitable...

03-04
37:40

Manage Leads and Grow Your Waitlist the '2022 Way' with Beth Fiori

Tiny Treasures Preschool has been serving children in Northern California since 1997. Founded by owner Beth Fiori, Tiny Treasures’ goal is to develop the self-esteem, education, and social skills of young children. As Tiny Treasures began to grow, Beth saw a need to modernize lead management and parent communications. She searched for lead management software that could organize family contact information in one place, automate lead follow-up, and let parents schedule tours onlin...

02-07
14:51

2022 Childcare Business Trends with Matt Amoia and Scott Wayman

In this episode, Matt Amoia of ChildcareCRM, Scott Wayman of Kanagrootime, and Sierra Rossing of ChildcareCRM discuss best practices for growing your childcare organization in 2022 based on ChildcareCRM's 2022 Building Blocks for Success report. For the past eight years, we’ve analyzed aggregate data from our expanding customer base—composed of more than 500 childcare organizations with over 4,000 locations across 5 countries—to identify insights and recommendations to scale your childcare...

12-14
43:50

How to Be a Childcare Rockstar with Jamarrion Tabor

In this episode, Sierra Rossing is joined by childcare business owner, Child Care Success Academy member, and 2021 Child Care Rockstar - Jamarrion Tabor. Jamarrion is doing amazing things in the Atlanta metro area where she is the proud owner of two 24-hour child care centers. Tulips 24 Hour Learning Academy and Madalyn’s House 24 Hour Child Care Center are committed to offering quality child care for inner-city children. Jamarrion shares how she got started in the childcare industry and t...

11-08
44:04

How to Operate In Childcare Licensing Excellence with Lakeshia Nnamani

Lakeshia Nnamani consults childcare business owners, like you, on how to build high-quality preschool programs so you can maximize profits, attract your ideal parents and stand out in the educational community. She supports early childhood leaders by focusing on kindergarten readiness, teacher development, and licensing compliance. In today's episode, Sierra and Lakeshia discuss the importance of operating in licensing excellence so you can achieve your business goals and see your center gr...

10-26
31:03

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