Why Every Childcare Owner Needs a CRM List (and How to Set One Up for Free)
Let’s get real: the question I hear most often is, “How do I find clients?” As a former childcare business owner myself, I know this concern all too well. The truth? Finding clients isn’t just about waiting for them to magically show up—it’s about constantly marketing your business. And believe it or not, one of […]
How Childcare Providers Can Easily Create an Extra Income Stream
I recently had an amazing conversation with a fellow childcare provider in our community that inspired this post. She shared how she’d been interested in learning how to create printables to sell and was seeking some guidance on how to get started. We talked about her ideas and how she could use her creative skills […]
How to Find an Affordable Accountant or Bookkeeper for Your Childcare Business
I recently had an amazing conversation with a childcare provider in our community that inspired this post. The provider shared how she had been receiving expensive quotes from accountants or bookkeepers in her search that felt completely out of alignment with the services she actually needed. It got me thinking about how overwhelming it can […]
Best Curriculum and Activities for Special Needs Children in Daycare
Over the years of running my childcare business, I had the privilege of caring for children with special needs. It was an eye-opening experience, filled with moments of joy, learning, and—if I’m being honest—a little bit of frustration. Not because of the children, but because I quickly realized that having specialized resources would have helped […]
7 Ways A Provider Can Better Manage Their Day With A Planner
When I created a planner just for daycare providers I knew it would be used, but I didn’t realize how many ways it could be used. Since it was introduced, providers have found several ways to manage their day with a planner. Here are 7 you can use every day.