383 Put Your Values Where Your Mouth Is: Making Core Beliefs More Than Wall Art

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Let’s get real — slapping “kindness” and “respect” on your center’s wall doesn’t mean a thing if your team isn’t living it out loud. In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, host Erica Saccoccio is calling it like it is and diving deep into how to actually walk the talk when it comes to core values in your childcare program.

From hiring with intention to training with purpose (and yes, rewriting those dusty old policies), Erica shares how to create a culture where values aren’t just pretty words — they’re the heartbeat of your center. You’ll hear why leadership modeling matters, how to spot when your values are going off track, and what it really takes to build a team that’s all-in on your mission.

This episode is your no-fluff, all-action wake-up call to lead with authenticity and make sure your values show up in every classroom, every day.

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