Best Alethea Etinoff Podcasts (2025)

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Why CACFP Is Essential to Strong Leadership in Early Childhood 0:49

1d ago0:49

0:49

If you see CACFP as extra, you’re already leading with the wrong lens. This program is a foundation, not a favor. #TheBusinessOfEarlyChildhoodEducation #AletheaEtinoff #CACFPCompliance #ChildcareNutritionMatters #EarlyEdLeadership #ECELeaders #ThebusinessofearlychildhoodeducationBy Alethea Etinoff

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Why Staff Really Leave 0:53

2d ago0:53

0:53

Your team isn’t leaving because of pay alone. If you’re leading people, you need to hear this today. 9pjOBI4P2p169pj1Ih5g #TheBusinessofEarlyChildhoodEducation #AletheaEtinoff #EarlyEdLeadership #ChildCareDirector #WhyStaffLeave #ECELeaders #LeadershipMattersBy Alethea Etinoff

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Operate Like Everyday is an Audit 0:54

3d ago0:54

0:54

Run your program like someone’s always watching because good leadership doesn’t wait for a warning. Audits don’t create problems, they confirm them. #TheBusinessOfEarlyChildhoodEducation #AletheaEtinoffBy Alethea Etinoff

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Leadership Tip: Stop Waiting for Policy Changes 0:56

7d ago0:56

0:56

In this Leadership Tip, I challenge ECE leaders to stop waiting for policy changes and focus on building sustainable strategies now.By Alethea Etinoff

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Encourage Yourself: The Power of Tracking Your Wins in Business and Leadership 3:46

28d ago3:46

3:46

In this episode, Alethea Etinoff shares why encouraging yourself is not optional. When the recognition doesn't come, your own record of wins becomes the reminder that you are still building something powerful. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay connected to the movement.By Alethea Etinoff

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The Power to Pivot 43:40

1M ago43:40

43:40

In this episode I reflect on how the rise of AI is challenging all of us to adapt not just in business but in how we show up for ourselves. Pivoting is not weakness. It is wisdom especially when the world around us will not slow down.By Alethea Etinoff

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The Director’s Nook That Didn’t NOOK: A Lesson in Public Failure and Moving Forward 4:00

1M ago4:00

4:00

I led the Director’s Nook and completely blanked on a topic I know well. This episode is about owning public failure, leading with honesty, and moving forward without shame.By Alethea Etinoff

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Why I Automated Redundancy and What I Learned the Hard Way 8:04

2M ago8:04

8:04

Redundancy used to feel like busywork until I realized only 30% were following through and I needed a system that worked without me. In this episode, I share how automating redundancy became a game-changer for my early childhood business strategy.By Alethea Etinoff

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Know Your State's Child Care Regulations—It Matters! 1:16

2M ago1:16

1:16

If you're in early childhood education, your first step is understanding your state’s regulations. Compliance protects your license, your income, and your reputation—know the rules before you build.By Alethea Etinoff

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Marketing Lately?! 2:25

2M ago2:25

2:25

Have you marketed your business lately?By Alethea Etinoff

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New CACFP Sugar Guidelines: What’s Changed & What’s Final 1:06

2M ago1:06

1:06

Big changes are here for CACFP sugar guidelines, and they directly impact child care businesses. In this brief episode, Alethea Etinoff—Child Care Nutrition Professional (CCNP) and early childhood business strategist—shares what every child care owner needs to know to stay compliant and protect their reimbursements. Ideal for those managing CACFP p…

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Systems That Sustain: Building a Business That Runs With or Without You 1:57

2M ago1:57

1:57

In this episode, I’m breaking down the power of having strong systems in place especially for early childhood educators and entrepreneurs who wear all the hats. Whether you’re stepping away for a day or scaling for growth, your business should still work for you. Systems help you reduce stress, maintain consistency, and build with intention. Let’s …

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The Food Program Isn’t Optional—It’s a Business Tool 2:33

2M ago2:33

2:33

Too many educators are leaving money on the table by skipping CACFP. In this episode, I break down why the food program is still one of the most underused tools for building sustainability in early education—and how to stop missing out.By Alethea Etinoff

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Business Buddy Tip: The Story Behind BECEThreads™ 1:52

2M ago1:52

1:52

In this short episode, I share the real story behind BECEThreads™—how a simple idea turned into a powerful brand reminder. It’s not just merch, it’s movement. Let’s build something that lasts.By Alethea Etinoff

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Business Buddy Tip: Systems Make Business Sustainable 1:30

2M ago1:30

1:30

Today’s tip is all about streamlining. I’m sharing how shifting my process helped me stay compliant without the daily overwhelm.By Alethea Etinoff

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Business Buddy Tip: Trademark Your Work Before They Copy It 4:07

2M ago4:07

4:07

In this short episode, I’m breaking down why I trademarked The Business of Early Childhood Education™—and why every serious entrepreneur should protect their brand. If you’re building something with substance, someone will try to replicate it. This isn’t about ego—it’s about ownership. And if you're doing the work, your name deserves to be on it. N…

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Show Up, Even When It’s Not Perfect 9:10

2M ago9:10

9:10

Too often, we wait for everything to be polished before we take action. But in this episode, I’m reminding you that imperfect progress is still progress—and sometimes showing up as you are is exactly what your business, your team, or your vision needs. This is a quick but honest reflection for early learning leaders who are building something real …

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Break the Chains: Rethinking Business Ownership 10:40

2M ago10:40

10:40

You call yourself a business owner—but are you really running a business, or just clocking in at your own job? In this episode, I challenge the mindset that keeps too many entrepreneurs, especially in early childhood and service-based work, chained to the day-to-day. Ownership should come with freedom, not just responsibility. If your business fall…

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Final Trademark Approval 5:01

3M ago5:01

5:01

Welcome to The Business of Early Childhood Education™—the podcast where passion meets power. I’m Alethea Etinoff, and this space is dedicated to bold conversations, real strategy, and sustainable success for childcare business owners. In this special relaunch episode, I’m celebrating the final approval of my federally registered trademark, The Busi…

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Business Buddy Tip 2.12.25 0:49

5M ago0:49

0:49

We’re not conforming to anyone’s preconceived ideas about usBy Alethea Etinoff

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Will subsidy be cut?! 10:39

7M ago10:39

10:39

Discuss the impact of potential subsidy cuts on the childcare industry.By Alethea Etinoff

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Rest, Rejuvenate and be at Peace 8:15

1+ y ago8:15

8:15

Taking time to rest, rejuvenate, and find peace is essential for maintaining balance and well-being in life. Whether it's through meditation, spending time in nature, or engaging in activities that bring you joy, prioritizing self-care is important for overall health and happiness.By Alethea Etinoff

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Unexpected Reunions: Confronting a Former Foe on Life’s Path 8:43

1+ y ago8:43

8:43

The Business of Early Childhood Education where we help family childcare business owners realize their vision of entrepreneurship.By Alethea Etinoff

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Question of the Day (QOTD) 3:48

1+ y ago3:48

3:48

Where we discusses everything business related in early childhood education ranging from home and center based facilities, various food programs, home schooling, family friends and neighbors, curriculum, compensation, education requirements and advocacy. At times we may add a pop of politics to keep things interesting. I am a national speaker and c…

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Morning Drive 3:01

1+ y ago3:01

3:01

Where we discusses everything business related in early childhood education ranging from home and center based facilities, various food programs, home schooling, family friends and neighbors, curriculum, compensation, education requirements and advocacy. At times we may add a pop of politics to keep things interesting. I am a national speaker and c…

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What is your illness policy? 19:49

4y ago19:49

19:49

Considering the Delta variant of Covid is worse than the initial Covid have you changed your illness policy? Are you enforcing your current rules more than before?By Alethea Etinoff

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Whats happening this week? 7:13

4y ago7:13

7:13

Let’s do a recap of National and local news.By Alethea Etinoff

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Mobile App Payments 8:55

4y ago8:55

8:55

Do you prefer the speed of collecting your parent payments using Cash App, Venmo or some other app?By Alethea Etinoff

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The Childcare for Working Families Act Part I 3:28

4y ago3:28

3:28

Listen to a snippet of my meeting with House and Senate Committees on The Childcare for Working Families Act, Part I. #flashbackFridayBy Alethea Etinoff

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Where you been? 2:35

4y ago2:35

2:35

Hey Girl! Where you been? Listen in as Alethea Etinoff discuss life happening.By Alethea Etinoff

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Do You Have A Set Work Schedule? 5:09

4y ago5:09

5:09

New business owners are known to have predetermined work hours. However, as they progress in business they learn a 40 hour work week is unrealistic. What are your work hours?By Alethea Etinoff