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Everything Early Childhood

Welcome to the Everything Early Childhood Podcast, designed for Approved Providers, Nominated Supervisors and other child care business leaders. This fun, light-hearted and very serious podcast features weekly episodes on strategy, advice and conversations with fascinating and inspiring people from across our sector. Join the journey and have access to the tools and inspiration you need to create high performing child care businesses.

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8:01

Why confident directors still second guess themselves

Everything Early Childhood ·

2026/01/28

Why confident early childhood directors still second-guess themselves Show Notes One of the most common things I hear from directors; even very capable, experienced ones, is this: “Why do I still doubt myself?” Not loudly. Quietly. Often at the end of a long day. In this episode, we unpack why self-doubt shows up so often in leadership, and why it isn’t a sign that something is wrong with you. Many directors assume confidence should come with experience. That once you’ve been in the role

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8:32

The invisble load that directors carry (and why its...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2026/01/21

There’s a part of early childhood leadership that rarely gets named. It’s not the paperwork. It’s not the compliance. And it’s not even the long days. It’s the invisible load. The mental tracking. The emotional holding. The constant decision-making. The responsibility that follows you home, into the shower, and into the quiet moments no one else sees. In this episode, I’m naming something I’ve seen again and again across early childhood services and something I carried myself for years

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9:53

Why I’ve been quiet and why 2026 already feels heavy

Everything Early Childhood ·

2026/01/14

Episode 0: Why I’ve been quiet and Why 2026 already feels heavy Welcome back to the Everything Early Childhood podcast. This episode is a little different. After a longer pause than planned, I wanted to return gently not with pressure, polish, or pretending everything is fine but with honesty. In this Episode 0, I share: Why I’ve been quiet over the past couple of months What’s been happening personally behind the scenes Why so many directors and leaders are already feeling exhausted and

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32:40

10 Leadership tips in 10 years - Lesson 6 - I Don’t...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/10/31

Episode 6: “I Don’t Want Them to Hate Me – Leading With Care and Accountability” Have you ever put off a tough conversation because you didn’t want to hurt someone’s feelings—or worse, have them stop liking you? You’re not alone. In this episode, Leeza Browne unpacks one of the most confronting tensions every leader faces: how to lead with heart without losing accountability. Drawing from her upcoming book The Resilient Leader, Leeza shares: The personal story that taught her why comfort

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32:41

10 Leadership lessons from 10 years: Lesson 5 -...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/10/22

Lesson 5: Letting Go of the Dream — and Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be After a big week attending the ECE Connect event, Leeza reflects on the emotions running through the early childhood profession right now — from funding divides and partial A&R processes to the growing feeling that we all need a more unified voice across preschool, long day care, OOSH, and family day care. In this heartfelt episode of Everything Early Childhood, Leeza gets personal — sharing how her lifelong dream

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49:35

Leadership Lesson 4: Park the Ego - Why great leaders...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/10/15

Ever wonder why it feels so hard to ask for help — even when you know you need it? In this raw and real episode, Leeza gets honest about control, ego, and why so many early-childhood directors resist accepting support. She shares the psychology behind our need to “do it all,” the illusion of control that keeps us stuck, and her own stories, including the social-media post that took hours to make (and got zero likes 🙃). You’ll learn: ✨ Why letting go feels scary — and what’s really

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22:42

Leadership Lesson 3: When everything falls apart

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/10/08

When everything falls apart — that’s when the real leadership begins. I’ll never forget the day I sat in my car outside the centre, completely numb, thinking: “If I stop, everything stops.” That moment changed everything. It taught me that my business wasn’t a reflection of me — it was a reflection of the strength of my systems. This week on the Everything Early Childhood podcast, I’m sharing: 🧱 the hardest season of my career, ⚙️ what it really means when systems fail, and 🔥 how to

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36:46

10 Leadership lessons from 10 years: Lesson 2 - You...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/10/01

Leadership isn’t a marathon you have to crawl through — but too often, we wait until the health scare, the burnout, or the breakdown before we pause. This week on the Everything Early Childhood podcast, I’m sharing Lesson #2 from my upcoming book The Resilient Leader — the brutal truth about why so many leaders wait until it hurts to take care of themselves, and how we can shift that story. Inside this episode: 💛 The psychology of why we push ourselves past breaking point. 💛 My personal

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34:53

10 Leadership Tips from 10 Years: Tip 1 The...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/09/26

10 Leadership Tips from 10 Years: Tip 1 The Leadership Shift That Changes Everything As Platinum Education turns 10, I’m reflecting on the lessons learnt along the way. And the first one is a biggie: letting go of control. Because here’s the truth — 👉 When you do everything, your staff do nothing. 👉 Control feels safe, but it’s actually the most dangerous trap. 👉 You’re not a real leader until you’ve created other leaders. In this episode, I share the personal story of running my first

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18:18

Why we rebranded and how to know if its time for you...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/08/09

Why We Rebranded – The Honest Story Behind the Shift and how to know if its time for you too! Show Notes: After nine years, countless services transformed, and a business that’s evolved far beyond where it started, Platinum Education Group has stepped into a whole new chapter. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real story behind our rebrand the moments that led to it, the challenges along the way, and the meaning behind every detail of our new look. This isn’t just about

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38:13

In the thick of it - When leadership breaks you open

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/08/03

In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, Leeza invites you behind the curtain of leadership and business—into a raw season of emotional overwhelm, physical exhaustion, and personal growth. Instead of waiting until she’s “through it,” she speaks from the middle of the mess, sharing what it’s like to lead while navigating pain, trauma, and deep internal shifts. This episode is a vulnerable reminder that: You’re not alone when things feel heavy. You don’t need to have it all together to

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15:46

What’s Your Wobbly Chair? — The Small Discomforts We...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/07/23

What’s Your Wobbly Chair? — The Small Discomforts We Learn to Live With (Until They Break Us) Host: Leeza Browne | Platinum Education Group Podcast: Everything Early Childhood 🎧 Episode Summary: In this reflective solo episode, Leeza shares a simple but powerful story about a wobbly chair — a metaphor for the things we tolerate in leadership and life until they finally fall apart. You’ll explore why early childhood leaders often live with daily discomforts, how those "wobbly chairs" show

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72:04

Child Protection Can’t Wait: What Every Educator Must...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/07/16

Child Protection Can’t Wait: What Every Educator Must Know Now with Holly-ann Martin, Founder of Safe4Kids For over 30 years, Holly-ann Martin has been a fearless voice for child protection in Australia. Starting her work back in the 1980s when all she had were magazines and honesty. Holly has witnessed firsthand how the risks to children have evolved. What was once simpler has now become more complex, with the rise of technology, access to pornography, and online predators creating new

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50:55

Tummy time to Walking with Dr Trevor Carlson

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of Everything Early Childhood, Leeza is joined by Dr. Trevor Carlson, paediatric physiotherapist and founder of Therapy Kids, to explore the foundational stages of infant and toddler movement, from tummy time to crawling, standing, and those incredible first steps. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or carer, Trevor shares practical, down-to-earth guidance to support every child’s physical development confidently and playfully. If you’ve ever wondered when to worry, what to

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38:21

Nurturing Little Wise One's: Mindfulness in Early...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/07/02

In this heart-centered episode of Everything Early Childhood, Leeza sits down with Vicki Scheafer, founder of Little Wise One, to explore how mindfulness and movement can transform early childhood spaces. Vicki shares her journey from teaching Kinder Dance in her local community to creating affirmation cards, guided journals, and her latest book, A Mindful Child, supporting educators and families to help children feel seen, heard, worthy, and loved. Together, we explore: ✨ Why mindfulness

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21:49

How to handle the emotional rollercoaster of Early...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/06/26

In this heartfelt solo episode, Leeza answers a powerful question submitted by one of our listeners: "How do you deal with the emotional rollercoaster of leadership in early childhood?" Let’s face it—leading in early childhood education isn’t just about policies, procedures, or planning cycles. It’s about people. And that means navigating daily emotional highs and lows that no leadership course can truly prepare you for. In this episode, Leeza shares 5 practical, real-life strategies she

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25:09

EOFY Planning - Let’s Talk Numbers in our Early...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/06/18

In this episode, Leeza breaks down what every child care owner needs to know before June 30 — from the Worker Retention Payment and upcoming wage increases, to how to financially prepare your service for the year ahead. You’ll get: Clarity on the WRP deadlines and what to action now A real talk on what this funding really means for your business An EOFY checklist to get your finances sorted Tips to lead with both your head and heart in tough financial times Plus, Leeza shares what’s (still)

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37:44

Unlocking Literacy Through Movement with Stefanie Hohl

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/06/13

In this episode of Everything Early Childhood, Leeza Browne is joined by educator and author Stefanie Hohl, creator of ABC See, Hear, Do. A phonics program that integrates movement and play to help children learn to read. Designed for early learning professionals and parents, this episode explores how multi-sensory, movement-based approaches can better support young learners especially those who don’t thrive with traditional, sit-down methods. Together, Leeza and Stefanie unpack: What

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18:39

The moment that changed everything: my imperfect...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/06/04

Five years ago, I stood in a hotel room, teary-eyed, heart racing, with a phone in my hand and finally shared the story I’d never said out loud. The truth behind why I do what I do. That moment, recorded in raw emotion after a breakthrough at a business event, changed everything. It was the first time I let myself be seen and truly shared my why. Until now, that video stayed hidden. But today, I’m sharing it with you. Because I know what it feels like to question your voice, to feel like

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22:19

Is It Time to Sell? How to Know, Prepare, and Let Go...

Everything Early Childhood ·

2025/05/28

Is It Time to Sell? How to Know, Prepare, and Let Go with Grace Synopsis: In this heartfelt solo episode, Leeza Browne, founder of Platinum Education Group and trusted advisor to child care owners across Australia, opens up about one of the most difficult and emotional decisions in business: knowing when it’s time to sell your child care service. If you’ve found yourself whispering “Maybe I should just sell…”, this episode is for you. Leeza shares the signs it might be time to step away,

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