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Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School Leadership Podcast

Chanie Wilschanski

If you are an Early Childhood director or childcare owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies - equipping school leaders to improve staff retention, increase teacher motivation, grow parent partnerships, create a collaborative culture, and enjoy a beautiful quality of

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28:54

112. The Difference Between an Opportunity and a...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2023/01/09

It's the beginning of 2023, which means the promise of a whole new year of possibilities!As a visionary, you're likely especially anxious about getting started on tackling your new goals for your center.But as a visionary, you also need to ensure you stay grounded in reality—and that means recognizing that not every new opportunity is of real value to your center.Because you want the very best for your school, you can be particularly susceptible to what's called "shiny object syndrome."Shiny object

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111. Manuals to Modules with Beth Cannon

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2023/01/02

One struggle that seems to come up again and again for school leaders is onboarding.Year after year, I see owners and directors stressing over this consistent and necessary aspect of running a school—almost as if they didn't see it coming.If you fall into the same boat, I want you to pause and consider why that might be.If onboarding is such a repetitive process, why does it continue to be so difficult for you and your team?Chances are it's because you're stuck in the automatic mode of reacting to

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30:15

How to Raise Capital Funding with Scott Wayman from...

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2022/12/19

When you're caught up in the day-to-day responsibilities of running your school, planning for the future can become the last thing on your mind.But thinking about what comes next for your center is essential to setting goals that will help you build a school of excellence and a legacy you can be proud of.And oftentimes, those goals involve raising funds to make those big-picture projects a reality.If the mere mention of building an investment portfolio raises your heart rate, you're not alone. After

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35:12

The Journey of Becoming a Leader with Summer Picha...

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2022/12/19

One time, I had an owner ask me whether there's a universal set of values that all centers should have.My answer was no, actually, there's not.Confused? Let me explain.The truth is that while there are many common values we think we should prioritize, at the end of the day, the values we actually prioritize are the ones that drive our decision making.Here's an example: Oftentimes, I hear owners say that they value intention in their center. But when I ask whether they would be willing to forego

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27:40

How to Simplify and Streamline with Samantha Phillips...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/12/19

Whether we like it or not, the unexpected is bound to happen.Injuries on the playground, accidents in the classroom, and even instances of verbal or physical abuse by your own staff members can and will disrupt your school.As much as we wish we could avoid these types of incidents, there's only so much that's within our control.All you can do is take the proper steps to plan for them.One of the most important actions you can take is ensuring that your center is properly insured by an agency that

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110. 2023 ECE Forecast: Experts Share Predictions and...

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2022/12/12

We need to address the elephant in the room.After coming out of a multi-year pandemic, we’re possibly headed into a global recession.With what seems like global threat after global threat, it can be hard not to feel like everything is all doom and gloom.Will there be a recession?How severe will it be?How long will it last?How will it affect the ECE industry?How will it affect my center?How will it affect my family?Let’s all pause and take a deep breath.As much as the current state of the world can

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02:06:37

109. 2023 ECE Forecast: Experts Share Predictions and...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/12/06

As a leader, it’s your job to see the forest through the trees. While your staff are involved in the details of the day-to-day, you’re the one that keeps an eye on how everything fits into the bigger picture.And that means you’ve likely noticed some things:You’ve had to raise your tuition rates.Your occupancy has fallen due to staff shortages.You’ve felt pressured to increase your pay rate to try to attract quality staff.Supply costs are higher than ever.If any of this hits home for you, it’s

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108. A Journey of Confidence and Legacy with Erin Owens

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2022/11/29

Throughout my career coaching leaders in early childhood education, I’ve worked with owners and directors at various points in their journey. So, I have firsthand knowledge of what that journey can look like and how challenging it can be. I know that right now, you may be feeling stressed, overworked, and exhausted. Maybe you’re sick of putting out fires and dealing with staff turnover. Maybe—just maybe—you’re even thinking about throwing in the towel. If that’s you, I hear you. Leadership is

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107. Utilizing Experiences, Rituals and Routines for...

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2022/11/21

Having closed out a month of Jewish holiday celebrations in October, I find myself reflecting on how holidays do such a good job of highlighting the importance of routines, rituals, and experiences. Each of them serves a unique role in our daily lives. A routine is a consistent, repeated action we take that helps set expectations and provide structure. For my family during the holidays, that looks like sitting down to have breakfast as a family before my husband goes to synagogue. It keeps us

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29:28

106. 6 Qualities of Being a Role Model

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2022/11/14

We’ve all had role models throughout our lives, whether parents, teachers, friends, or the people we look up to from afar (like astronauts or Olympic athletes). These people serve as examples of who we want to become, and so we absorb their behaviors and values in an effort to replicate their actions and accomplishments. Whether they intend to or not, our role models have the power to influence us in profound ways. They can affect our mindset, our choices, and even the people we surround

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29:32

105. How to use Storytelling for Values Based Leadership

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2022/11/08

Many of us have those “special” family stories—you know, the ones you’ve heard a million times that have been passed down from generation to generation. For me, the one that always comes to mind is when my grandfather traveled to New York and met the Rebbe, one of the most influential Jewish leaders of the 20th century. My grandfather was born in Russia during the communist regime, and in 1979, he and his wife fled to Israel. There, he worked three jobs just so that he could save extra money

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22:32

104. Boundaries to Prevent Over Planning this Holiday...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/11/01

When it comes to the holidays, I think we’re all a little guilty of overcommitting ourselves without checking our calendars. After all, it’s hard to stay grounded in realism when you’re enveloped in the warmth and thrill of the holiday season. Leaders, though, are especially susceptible to overcommitting. As natural visionaries and care-takers, we easily fall into the trap of thinking we can—and should—do it all. But when you try to do it all, you end up overwhelmed and exhausted, unable to

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103. Taking Back Control in your Center and Life with...

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2022/10/25

As a leader, you’re well aware that being in your position can feel extremely isolating. At times, it can feel like you’re stranded in the middle of the ocean on an island—alone, left to your own devices, and with no one to talk to for support and guidance. That was Sheila Smozynski’s experience as the owner of two early childhood education centers when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. COVID turned operations at Sheila’s centers upside down and inside out. Staff morale began to slip, equipment

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102. [Guest Share] Setting Expectations for and...

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2022/10/18

There’s a subtle but important difference between high standards and high expectations. Contrary to how it may feel, you can maintain high standards while still having developmentally appropriate expectations for the meeting of those standards. Let me give you an example to show you what I mean. When it comes to cleanliness standards in your center, you likely expect teachers to keep their classrooms relatively organized and sanitary for the health and safety of the children. But if you walk into a

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101. Strategic Mapping for the School Year

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2022/10/11

There’s only so much time in the year, and most of it is already accounted for. After you add up necessary activities like eating, sleeping, and showering, you’re left with just 2,400 hours—that’s 2,400 hours that must cover everything from work projects to family time to enjoying life’s small pleasures. So, you have to ask yourself: What are you going to do with those 2,400 hours? To make the most of the limited hours you have and prioritize what matters most, you need to plan out how you’re going

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100. The 3 M's that Create Stability and Security for...

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2022/10/06

This is a special live-recorded episode to celebrate our 100th episode! Being a leader is hard. It requires you to exercise new skills, make tough decisions, and have difficult conversations on a daily basis. Periods of transition can be especially difficult. Whether it’s starting a new school year, training new teachers, or implementing a new routine, some days can feel—quite literally—painful. And in these times of great discomfort, it’s not easy to remain consistent in working toward your

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35:27

99. Emotional Regulation: Create a Calm Confident...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/09/22

Everyone experiences a variety of emotions throughout the day. Whether it’s anxiety before a dentist appointment, excitement when we find $20 in our pocket, or disappointment when our favorite coffee cup breaks, emotions come and go—and it’s entirely normal. There’s no such thing as a good or bad emotion. They’re just feelings that come and go like clouds passing in the sky. But for some people, emotions aren’t always just clouds—they’re storms that ravage the land, causing destruction in their

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98. Generosity: Giving Abundantly and Latitude For...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/09/20

What does it mean to be generous? Oftentimes the first thing people think of is financial generosity. They believe that to be a generous leader, they need to focus on philanthropy. But while financial generosity is a type of generosity, it’s certainly not the only one. Sharing your knowledge, time, and resources is generous too, and the things you choose to share say a lot about who you are. Unfortunately, though, our education system teaches people that the way to get ahead is to leave others

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97. Discernment: Balance Self-Reliance and Asking for...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/09/13

One of the most important skills I help owners and directors develop is discernment. But…what exactly does that mean? Let me give you an example: Two different patients go to the doctor with a headache. One of the patients is suffering from a hangover, and the other has a brain aneurysm. How does the doctor properly diagnose and treat each patient? Discernment! Discernment is all about getting to the heart of the matter and understanding what lies below the surface so that you can come up with the

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19:54

96. Individual Advocacy: Empower the Team to Own...

Schools of Excellence: The No. 1 ECE & Private School... ·

2022/09/06

Some of my biggest coaching Aha! moments happen when I talk to my kids. Earlier this summer, my son came to my husband with a question that was bothering him. His friend hadn’t been accepted into summer camp, and he wanted to understand why. My husband answered that, unfortunately, our son’s friend didn’t have anyone to advocate for him. “What does it mean to ‘advocate’ for someone?” he asked. My husband explained that advocating for someone helps them get the things they need, usually

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