The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
🎙️ The Child Care Director’s Chair – Where Big Dreams and Bigger Leadership Collide!
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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
377 Waitlist? More Like Great List! Turning Maybe Moms into Raving Fans
Description:
Is your waitlist just... waiting? Not anymore! In this spicy episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, host Erica Saccoccio and the ever-fabulous Gerin Thomas serve up bold truths and smart strategies for flipping that dusty waitlist into a goldmine of enrollments. We’re talking leadership that leads, communication that connects, and customer experiences that leave parents saying, “Sign me up!” Tune in for real talk, sharp insights, and a whole lotta sass on how to make your waitlist the hottest ticket in town. 💁♀️✨
Episode Notes:
In this episode, we cover:
- How to shift your mindset about waitlists
- The connection between brand reputation and parent engagement
- Innovative ways to keep potential families in the loop
- Tips for preparing for enrollment peaks
- Real-world stories from Gerin’s leadership journey
Guest:
Gerin Thomas – Childcare expert, center leader, and all-around enrollment queen 👑
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Mama Magnet Checklist by keepitsimplegerin.pdf - Google Drive
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