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Childcare Confidential
Welcome to Childcare Confidential, the podcast where the real stories of early childhood education come to life. Hosted by Jessica Hampton and Katy Denk— seasoned experts, speakers, trainers, coaches, and authors in the early childhood world — pull back the curtain on the day-to-day moments that only those in the field truly understand. From laugh-out-loud classroom mishaps to heartfelt cries for help, we share and discuss the true tales submitted by teachers, directors, aides, administrators, licensing consultants, professors, and everyone in between. No matter your job title, if you’ve worked in early childhood education, you’ve got a story worth telling—and we’re here to talk about it.
Childcare Confidential
When Leadership Gets Heavy with Beth Cannon
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Make sure to check out Beth Cannons New Book Transform Your Team: How to Fix What's Broken and Build What Matters
Link to her book: https://a.co/d/4VcvHEk
Leadership isn’t always inspiring quotes and big wins — sometimes, it’s heavy. In this episode, we’re joined by special guest Beth Cannon to talk honestly about the weight leadership can carry, especially in early childhood education. 🎙️
From difficult decisions to emotional responsibility, this conversation explores what it means to lead during challenging times and how leaders can navigate pressure while staying grounded and effective. Beth shares insight, experience, and perspective on showing up for teams even when the role feels overwhelming.
🎧 Join us for a real, reflective discussion on leadership, responsibility, and resilience.
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