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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast

Erica Saccoccio

🎙️ The Child Care Director’s Chair – Where Big Dreams and Bigger Leadership Collide! Ready to level up your child care career? Whether you"re a teacher assistant dreaming of that lead teacher badge, a lead ready to snag that director title, or a director with your sights set on owning your own center (or multiple ones 👀)—this is your seat at the table. And spoiler alert: leadership isn’t a title, it’s an action.Hosted by the one and only Erica Saccoccio—part coach, part cheerleader, and full-time

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451 PD That Pops: Turn Training Into an Experience,...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text Let’s be real—sending your team to professional development only to watch it vanish the moment they clock back in is exhausting. In this episode, we spill the tea on how leaders can make PD fun, memorable, and actually worth the investment. You’ll get practical tips to turn training into an experience your staff will love, keep learning alive in your day-to-day, and inspire your team to show up as their best selves. If you’re done with boring, check-the-box PD and ready t...

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ep 24: The Next Level: Where Do You Go From Here?

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2025/10/01

Send us a text In the final episode of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio helps childcare leaders reflect on their journey and plan the next steps for growth and inspiration. This episode is packed with motivation, practical takeaways, and a challenge to keep pushing forward as a director, assistant director, or emerging leader. Learn how to stay inspired, continue developing your skills, and take your leadership to the next level while maintai...

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ep 23: Your Leadership Legacy: What Will People...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text In Episode 23 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores the idea of leadership legacy—the lasting impact you leave on your team, your center, and the children you serve. Learn how to lead with intention, inspire your staff, and create a culture that outlives any single day or challenge. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to think beyond the day-to-day and leave a meaning...

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ep 22: Leading Without Burning Out: Balancing...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text In Episode 22 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares strategies for leading effectively without sacrificing your health and well-being. Learn practical tips for setting boundaries, managing stress, and creating sustainable routines so you can maintain your energy, focus, and passion as a childcare leader. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to achieve their goals without...

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ep 21: Your Role as an Advocate: Using Your Voice for...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text In Episode 21 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into the critical role childcare leaders play as advocates for their staff, children, and the early childhood education field. Learn how to use your voice effectively in your community and at the state level, influence policy, and raise awareness about the needs of your program and your team. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders ...

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ep 20: Spotting Future Leaders in Your Team: Passing...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 20 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores how childcare leaders can identify and develop the next generation of leaders within their team. Learn practical strategies for recognizing leadership potential, mentoring emerging staff, and creating opportunities for growth. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and teacher leaders who want to build a strong pipeline of capable, empowered leaders...

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ep19: Retention Over Recruitment: Why Loyalty Beats...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 19 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into one of the most powerful strategies for childcare leaders: retaining your staff. Learn why focusing on loyalty, engagement, and growth within your team is more effective than constantly recruiting new staff. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to strengthen their team, reduce turnover, and create a workplace people...

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ep18 Building a Culture People Love: Creating a...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 18 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares strategies for creating a positive workplace culture that staff actually want to be part of. Learn how to foster respect, recognition, and collaboration so your team feels valued, engaged, and motivated to stay long-term. This episode is ideal for childcare directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to build a thriving, supportive environment for ...

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ep17: Handling Parent Concerns with Grace: Navigating...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 17 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares strategies for handling parent concerns with professionalism and empathy. Learn how to address complaints calmly, maintain trust, and turn challenging conversations into opportunities for connection and growth. This episode is perfect for childcare directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to strengthen relationships with families while keeping their c...

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ep16 From Manager to Mentor: Shifting from Running...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 16 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores how childcare leaders can move beyond managing daily operations to mentoring their team. Learn practical strategies for guiding staff development, empowering teachers to take ownership, and creating a culture where people feel supported and inspired. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to lead with purpose and make a...

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ep15: Being Seen as a Professional: Leveling Up How...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 15 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into how childcare leaders can elevate their professional presence. Learn practical tips for presenting yourself with confidence, communicating with authority, and earning the respect of staff, families, and the community. This episode is perfect for directors, assistant directors, and emerging leaders who want to be seen as credible, capable, and professional in every int...

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ep14: Team Motivation Boosters: Quick Strategies for...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 14 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares practical team motivation boosters to lift spirits and keep staff engaged—even on tough days. Learn quick, actionable strategies to inspire your team, boost morale, and create energy in your center when motivation is running low. Perfect for childcare directors, assistant directors, and teacher leaders who want their staff to feel supported, appreciated, and ready to thri...

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ep13: Time-Saving Systems: Daily Hacks to Stay...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 13 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares practical time-saving systems every childcare leader can implement today. From streamlining daily routines to prioritizing tasks and keeping your team on track, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help directors, assistant directors, and teacher leaders stay organized, reduce stress, and make the most of every day. 👉 Don’t forget—we’re celebrating 3,000 watch

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ep12 Coaching—Unlocking Potential in Your Team

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 12 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio highlights one of the most powerful tools in leadership—coaching. Great leaders don’t just manage tasks; they develop people. Coaching is about asking the right questions, offering guidance, and helping your team discover their own solutions. In this episode, Erica shares practical strategies for shifting from “boss mode” to “coach mode,” so you can build stronger relationships,...

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ep11 Conflict Resolution—Turning Tension into Teamwork

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 11 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio takes on a leadership skill every childcare director needs—conflict resolution. Conflict is inevitable when people work closely together, but how you handle it determines whether your team grows stronger or falls apart. In this episode, Erica shares strategies for addressing conflict early, listening with empathy, and guiding conversations toward solutions instead of blame. You’...

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ep9 Decisions Under Pressure—Leading When It Counts

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 9 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio tackles one of the toughest parts of leadership—making decisions under pressure. When the heat is on, hesitation can create confusion and chaos. Great leaders know how to stay calm, assess quickly, and make choices that move their team forward. In this episode, Erica shares strategies for sharpening your decision-making skills, keeping your cool when emotions run high, and leadin...

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ep8 Vision—Leading with Clarity and Purpose

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 8 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores the driving force behind every great leader—vision. Without vision, leadership becomes reactionary, stuck in the day-to-day grind. With vision, leaders create momentum, inspire their teams, and chart a course toward a brighter future. In this episode, Erica unpacks how to define your vision, communicate it with passion, and align your team around it—so that every decisio...

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ep7 Resilience—Your Leadership Superpower

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 7 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shines a spotlight on one of the most critical traits for childcare leaders—resilience. Leadership in early childhood isn’t easy. Challenges come daily—staffing struggles, shifting regulations, demanding parents, and unexpected crises. Resilience is what allows leaders to bend without breaking, to face setbacks with determination, and to come back stronger every single time. In t...

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ep6 The Power of No: Protect Yourself and Your Team

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2025/09/30

Send us a text Ever feel like your to-do list controls you instead of the other way around? In this episode of 24 Podcasts in 24 Hours, Erica Saccoccio gets real about boundaries—why they matter, where most leaders fail, and exactly how to draw the line without guilt or drama. From staff to families to your own schedule, Erica delivers no-nonsense strategies to protect your time, energy, and sanity while still leading a thriving childcare program. Listen in, and start saying yes to what...

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ep5 Feedback that Fuels Growth: Giving and Receiving...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text In Episode 5 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio takes on a skill that makes or breaks leadership—feedback. Great leaders don’t just give directions; they guide growth. In this episode, you’ll learn how to give feedback that motivates instead of discourages, and how to receive feedback without getting defensive. Whether you’re a director coaching your team or an emerging leader learning to grow, these strategies will help you t...

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