228 - Addressing Toxic Team Talk: Promoting Open Communication with guest Julie Bartkus

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Julie Bartkus, an author, coach, and national speaker, discusses the importance of having happy teams in childcare centers. She emphasizes the impact of a positive work environment on productivity, profitability, and overall happiness. Julie shares strategies for boosting staff morale and creating a positive work culture, including casting a vision, managing by that vision, and addressing toxic team talk. She also highlights the importance of self-awareness and self-care for childcare directors. Julie provides resources such as her books and the Happy Together community to support childcare owners in creating a happy and successful workplace.
Takeaways
Creating a positive work environment and having happy teams in childcare centers is crucial for productivity, profitability, and overall happiness.
Casting a vision and managing by that vision can help transform team dynamics and create a positive work culture.
Addressing toxic team talk and promoting open communication is essential for maintaining a healthy work environment.
Self-awareness and self-care are important for childcare directors to effectively lead and create a positive workplace.
Resources such as books and online communities can provide support and guidance for childcare owners in creating a happy and successful workplace.
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1. 228 - Addressing Toxic Team Talk: Promoting Open Communication with guest Julie Bartkus (00:00:00)

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