EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 20 MIN
336: Is Staff Appreciation Week Really Enough to Keep Your Childcare Team Happy?
from ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie · host Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate and Carrie tackle why Staff Appreciation Week alone isn't enough to retain your childcare team. They share practical, budget-friendly ideas for showing appreciation year-round — think personalized gifts, cooking lunch, surprise concert tickets, and even starting a movie club! They also address the post-COVID challenge of scaling back extravagant perks and offer smart advice on keeping staff involved in planning celebrations. The big takeaway? Know your people, appreciate them consistently, and build a culture where everyone feels truly seen. Take a listen to learn more!Thanks 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!
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate and Carrie tackle why Staff Appreciation Week alone isn't enough to retain your childcare team. They share practical, budget-friendly ideas for showing appreciation year-round — think personalized gifts, cooking lunch, surprise concert tickets, and even starting a movie club! They also address the post-COVID challenge of scaling back extravagant perks and offer smart advice on keeping staff involved in planning celebrations.&nb...
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