441 Crocs & Mismatched Socks Guide to Purposeful Leadership with Dr. Holland

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Charity Holland—aka Dr. Mommy C—about leading with purpose in early childhood education. She shares her journey, the culture she’s built with her team, and how she inspires her staff to show up fully every day. Spoiler alert: her leadership style includes rocking Crocs and mismatched socks! We dive into practical tips for staying focused on your mission, creating a supportive environment, and keeping your team motivated—even when the pressure is on. Get ready for laughs, insights, and plenty of takeaways to help you lead with intention and heart. Head over to Membership | Child Care Director, join our email list, and grab your free Staff Retention Tip Sheet — because the right assistant director can change everything.Support the showThe Child Care Director's Chair Podcast is proudly powered by WatchMeGrow, our premier podcast sponsor and a trusted partner in early childhood education.WatchMeGrow helps child care programs strengthen family engagement through secure live-streaming, classroom video access, and communication tools that build transparency, trust, and peace of mind for families. Their innovative technology empowers programs to enhance safety, strengthen relationships, and showcase the incredible learning happening in their classrooms every day.To learn more about how WatchMeGrow can support your program, visit www.watchmegrow.com.Thank you to WatchMeGrow for supporting our mission to inspire, equip, and empower child care leaders around the world.