Top 3 Things That Parents Want From Their Child Care Provider
Over the years I have listened to parents tell me what they really want from a child care provider. In fact, if you listen closely; parents are telling you every day what they really want. Moreover, when you know what parents want, you will soon find yourself getting more referrals from parents and the parents … Read more
Creating An Inclement Weather Plan
Winter is will be arriving soon and this is a great time to develop or review your inclement weather plan. In fact, it seems that some winters we are better than others in terms of the amount of snow that we get,however, it is vital that parents know what to expect in the event there … Read more
Ideas For Positive Interactions with Parents at Drop-off & Pick-up Time
Your relationship with parents is a vital part of your business success. In fact, when you have positive interactions with parents, this will increase your chances of parents telling others about you. Moreover, people love to do business with friendly people. Today I am going to share with you, how to have positive interactions with … Read more
7 Ways To Get Dads Involved in Your Child Care Program
Over the years, I have noticed that it is easier to get the mothers involved in my program. In fact, it seems like the dads prefer that the moms get involved. However, after holding a Donuts with Dads event at my childcare facility and watching the effect that the event had on the children, I … Read more
More Inspiration to Get Organized (Photos Enclosed)
Are you ready for more organizational tips and ideas? This week, I thought I would inspire you with some photos to give you some organizational ideas. As I have mentioned before, I can be a bit anal when it comes to classrooms being organized. However, I must confess that I am still working on organizing my … Read more
Top 3 Ways to Communicate With Parents
Effective Parent Communication Tips That Works Parents are so busy today and we must find effective ways of communicating with them. Have you ever reminded a parent that a child needed supplies such as: wipes, extra clothes or diapers and the next day the parent arrived without the supplies? I know….it drives you crazy! … Read more
How do You Negotiate Differences or Challenges with Parents?
The way that you handle or negotiate differences with parents could impact your relationship with parents. When a parent has a concern, do you listen or do you get upset.
