Why The ABC's to FDC?

In today’s episode of The Big Hearted Podcast, I’m excited to introduce the upcoming ABCs to FDC course, a free three-night event created to support family day care (FDC) educators with practical strategies for the most common challenges. Launching on 14 October, this course will cover everything from filling vacancies and finding work-life balance to building a strong money mindset. It’s designed to boost your confidence, clarify your unique strengths, and help you run a thriving FDC.   Here’s What You’ll Hear Today: I’ll be walking you through what inspired me to create the ABCs to FDC and why each topic is something I know can make a difference in your daily work.   Here’s a snapshot of what we’ll cover over the three nights: Night One: Standing Out and Filling Vacancies We’ll dive into why just posting about vacancies isn’t enough. I’ll share tips on creating a powerful first impression, showing what makes you unique, and reaching the families who are the perfect fit for your program. Night Two: Achieving Work-Life Balance Burnout is common in FDC, and we want to prevent it. I’ll share practical strategies for managing your workload with techniques like time-blocking and batching, so you can protect your personal time and build long-term success in FDC. Night Three: Money Mindset and Budgeting A healthy approach to income and budgeting can transform how you see your work and your worth. I’ll cover everything from pricing confidently to budgeting effectively, helping you make the most of your earnings. Why I Created The ABCs to FDC This course is for educators like you who want clear, actionable steps to manage the business side of FDC, protect your wellbeing, and feel confident in charging what your unique care is worth. Each night, I’ll share real-life strategies and action steps you can start using right away, designed to make your role easier, more enjoyable, and financially sustainable.   Course Details Start Date: Monday, 14 October Time: 7:30 PM (QLD) / 8:30 PM (AEDT) Sign Up: bigheartededucation.com/abc-fdc   Join me and the Big Hearted community for The ABCs to FDC – let’s work together to make your FDC the best it can be. I can’t wait to see you there!