260: The Best Strategies for Building Emotional Connections with Kids! With Diane Goyette

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kate and Carrie sit down with Diane Goyette to chat about the real heart of early education: supporting kids’ emotional needs. Diane shares her “Four C’s” framework—connection, calming, compassion, and capacity building—offering practical tips for teachers and directors facing challenging behaviors. The trio swaps stories, laughs, and wisdom, all while reminding us that strong relationships and a little empathy go a long way in helping both children and adults thrive. Grab your coffee ☕ and join this warm, resourceful conversation. You’ll leave with ideas you can use tomorrow!Check out Summer Sponsor: Childcare Business GrowthThanks for Listening 🎧Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!Join our Podcast Newsletter!Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!