Retention and remuneration. Keeping the teachers on board, and on fire, while keeping the customers.
postBabies, burnout, and bedrest
postMud Puddle Politics
Be careful when you go outside. There are mud puddles everywhere, waiting to jump right on your head. But don’t hide, and don’t be scared. Get some yellow soap, and some self-funded journalism, and open your eyes!
postValues-based decisions
Canada goes to the polls, and we could have the first Green government in history, if we can overcome our business-as-usual attitudes. This is bigger than childcare. This is the whole world.
postThe Ladies of Buddings
This fall, I am privileged to spend my days in the company of a truly fantastic group of women. They inspire me, and empower me, and we work well together.
postClothing Swaps and the triple win
Who would have thought that a bunch of tiny onesies could provide so much value? The quest for the triple-win turns up all kinds of benefits.
postRe: why am I getting this email?
Our needs for privacy have changed in the last 6 years, and the speed of technology means laws need to be updated. What about childcare? Has technology changed anything about it?
postECEs, Operators, Childcare leaders: Stop Crying
We need an attitude adjustment in our industry if we’re going to have parents and politicians respect us as professionals. First off, please, we have to stop calling them “Mom,” and “Dad.”
post3 Ways an Online Training Program Grows Your Business
September has actually meant quieter afternoons at the daycare, especially compared to the frenzy of summer, but it’s perfect because this year we had a staffing switchover as well. September is training season, and getting them up to speed is a process. At least, it should be…
postLet’s talk about tax, baby
It’s a new tax-filing record: 44 minutes from start to finish, and a full week before cut-off. When everything is web-based, and online, filing’s a breeze. If you think you need an accountant to do it for you, I have a pleasant tax-time surprise for you: there are just 3 rules to follow to save money at tax time.
postChange is constant. Consistency is the key.
Childcare change is less constant than one would like. It’s time to switch gears. This blog has to cover more territory if it’s going to stay interesting (even for me personally…). In this post, I’m setting some ground rules. Maybe you have some suggestions…?