Child Care Genius Podcast

Ever wondered how a simple basement can become the foundation for a child care empire? Tune in to this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast as hosts Brian and Carol welcome the inspiring Patrice McDonald from Chicago Heights, Illinois. Patrice shares her incredible journey from working in the medical field to becoming a successful owner of multiple child care centers. Discover how an unexpected job loss led her to ...

Are you looking for ways to manage your child care center’s expenses without compromising quality? In this episode of the Child Care Genius podcast, host Brian Duprey and Michael Braswell, CCGU VP of Coaching, explore the importance of frugality in child care management. They discuss practical strategies for managing expenses, from evaluating the necessity of high-cost items to finding creative, cost-effective solution...

Want to turn your business expenses into major benefits? Join Brian and Carol Duprey on this episode of the Child Care Genius podcast as they share their tips and tricks for leveraging your rewards credit cards. Learn how they’ve turned their business expenses into nearly six figures in benefits, maximizing rewards without paying a dime in interest. Discover their secrets to free travel, premium upgrades, and getting t...

What does it take to build a child care empire from scratch? Brian and Carol have the perfect guests to unravel that topic with Tricia Abbott and Lori Knight, the dynamic sister-in-law duo running a thriving network of Montessori schools, Tune in to Episode 102 of the Child Care Genius Podcast to uncover the secrets behind their success and how their partnership turned into a powerhouse of educational excellence. With ...

How can accurately tracking Full Time Equivalent (FTE) transform your child care business? In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian Duprey and guest co-host Michael Braswell explore the ins and outs of FTE calculations, including the innovative revenue-based model. Learn practical tips to optimize your enrollment and boost your revenue with effective FTE tracking. Tune in for actionable insights every Fr...

Ready to revolutionize your child care business? This episode kicks off our new Friday podcast series, delivering condensed content and actionable items to help you succeed. Tune in each week as Brian and a rotating lineup of expert co-hosts provide quick, impactful training sessions on topics ranging from financial strategies to reputation management.

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Ever wondered how to set your child care business apart from the rest and find your creative niche in a crowded market? In Episode 98 of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol welcome Meg Birgun, an inspiring entrepreneur from the Chicago area, who has done just that. Meg shares her remarkable journey from a corporate professional to the proud owner of three successful child care centers. Join us as she recount...

Are you feeling burnt out as a child care business owner? Welcome to Episode 97 of the Child Care Genius Podcast! Join Brian and Carol as they tackle the sensitive topic of "owner checkout" and its impact on the child care industry. With mental health becoming a significant concern for many business owners, Brian and Carol address this issue head-on, discussing the early signs of checking out and its detrimental effect...

Looking for more great Child Care Genius content? Tune in to episode 96, where Brian and Michael share an exciting announcement about their new weekly podcast series. This upcoming series will feature different members of the Child Care Genius team covering essential topics such as financial management, marketing, mindset, culture, and operations. Each episode will be under 15 minutes, providing quick and actionable insights to hel...

What happens when opportunity knocks and fate twists your career path? Join us on Episode 95 of the Child Care Genius Podcast as hosts Brian and Carol chat with Amanda Jones from Mayfield, Kentucky—a town frequently hit by severe weather. Amanda’s journey from a career in sales to owning a successful child care center is filled with unexpected twists, heartfelt decisions, and powerful insights that can help aspiring ch...

Are you creating a legacy of financial stability for your family while running a successful child care business? In Episode 94 of the Child Care Genius podcast, Brian and Carol have a lively conversation with Nancy Morrison, an extraordinary center owner in Louisiana with a remarkable journey. Nancy's story is not just about building a thriving business; it's about leaving a legacy for her family and future generations...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Jessica and Spencer Lloyd, on Episode 93 of the Child Care Genius Podcast. Discover how their unconventional paths led them to the world of child care, where they discovered their shared passion for nurturing young minds.

Owners of three child care centers in Utah, Jessica and Spencer share their journey of infusing creativity into early childhood education. Taki...

Do you have aspirations of expanding your child care business? We always say learn from others, and today we are joined by an incredible owner who's been through it all. Join Brian and Carol on Episode 92 of the Child Care Genius Podcast as they chat with Johnnie Frost, a multi-center child care owner from Alabama, who's blazing a trail in the industry. 

Johnnie's remarkable journey from her early days in ...

Is your child care business properly insured? The landscape of child care insurance is changing, and Episode 91 of the Child Care Genius Podcast tackles this crucial topic with Blake Sanders from ALEAF Insurance, specializing in child care.

Join Brian and Carol for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the recent shifts in the child care insurance market. Along with Blake, they'll explore the fact...

Back home after an exhilarating week at the Child Care Genius LIVE Conference in Las Vegas, Carol and I are buzzing with excitement. If you were unable to attend this year but are curious about the format of our LIVE Conference, we're thrilled to share our insights with you. 

On Episode 90 of the Child Care Genius Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on the conference. You'll hear the inside scoop on wh...

Have you ever found yourself struggling to attract new clients to your child care center? In Episode 89 of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Carol and I chat with Blessing Okoro, our website developer who's a rockstar in the world of child care marketing. Blessing shares her inspiring journey into web design and her passion for the child care industry.

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of marketing your child care business? Would you like expert guidance and support to elevate your marketing efforts and boost enrollment? If so, you're in for a treat! Welcome to Episode 88 of the Child Care Genius Podcast, where Carol, and I sit down with the dynamic Sindye Alexander, our COO at Child Care Genius, to unveil an exciting new venture that will revolutionize t...

Have you ever dreamed of a working vacation that feels more like a tropical retreat? Would you like to revolutionize your child care business while sipping cocktails by the pool? Join Carol and I, on Episode 87 of the Child Care Genius podcast, as we unveil the exciting details of our upcoming 2024 Leverage Conference in Jamaica.

As we eagerly anticipate the Child Care Genius Live Conference in Las Vegas, ...

Are you curious about taking the leap of faith from running an in-home child care business to a full-fledged center? Well, you're in luck! In today's Episode 86 of the Child Care Genius Podcast, we sit down with Alecia and Darron Jones, esteemed coaching clients and the dynamic duo behind a thriving child care enterprise in Kansas City, Missouri.

Listen in as we discuss their journey from educators to chil...