In this episode, Jamie reflects on his entrepreneurial journey, offering valuable insights into building a successful business and investing in teams. He shares his passion for sharing knowledge and the importance of learning from experience, including advice he’d give to his younger self. Tune in for thoughtful reflections and practical tips for anyone on their own entrepreneurial path.

Join us as we chat with Vanessa, an early years consultant, author, and former inspector, to explore her inspiring journey through early years leadership. Vanessa shares valuable insights from her career, including her experiences as an inspector, and the lessons learned that shaped her path. We explore her book, Are You Ready for Your Inspection?. This episode is packed with leadership wisdom, practical tips, and guidance for anyone navigating the world of early years education.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Richard, a dedicated early years leader and STEAM education specialist, as we dive into his unique journey in early childhood education and his passion for integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics into early years learning. Richard shares his path to leadership in the early years sector and offers practical tips to make STEAM accessible and engaging for young learners. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or anyone interested in early childhood development, this episode is packed with ideas to bring creativity and innovation into everyday practice.

In this podcast, Loren, an experience Senior Nursery Manager, discusses the importance of building strong partnerships with parents in early years settings. She shares her leadership journey and how she fosters a family-centered community, emphasising the value of collaboration and open communication. Loren highlights how these partnerships enhance children's learning experiences and create a supportive environment for both staff and families.

In this episode, we talk with Claudio, who reflects on his journey into early years. Claudio shares how his experiences influenced and inspired his passion for leading diverse, inclusive teams and advocating for equity in the workplace. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on the impact of early development on leadership, representation, and building inclusive environments.

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As the days grow shorter and the clocks have just shifted, many of us feel the impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). In this episode, we're joined by Wellbeing Expert Ollie to explore how the changing seasons can affect our mood, energy levels, and overall wellbeing.

In this episode, Wellbeing Expert Ollie explains what SAD is, how it impacts us, and shares practical strategies to stay balanced and energised through the winter months. From light therapy to simple lifestyle tips, this episode offers guidance to help you thrive during the darker days.

In this episode, I am joined by fellow certified Strengths Coach Jamie. We dive into the value of strengths based leadership and its powerful impact. Learn how understanding and embracing strengths can transform your approach to leading others. Jamie and I covered lots of topics in this conversation and I'm sure we will revisit some of them in the future!

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In this episode, well-being and mental health expert Ollie shares strategies to help nursery leaders manage burnout and foster a supportive environment. Tune in for practical insights on creating a culture of well-being that empowers both leaders and their teams.

Self help guides- https://selfhelp.cntw.nhs.uk/

Grounding Techniques - https://www.healthline.com/health/grounding-techniques

MIND Wellness Action Plan - https://www.mind.org.uk/media/lbahso3x/mind-wellness-action-plan-workplace.pdf

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Join us as we talk with Lorraine, an experienced nursery manager and leadership coach, about her journey and the passions that drive her. Discover the key moments that shaped her leadership style and the insights she's gained from years of guiding and inspiring others.

Jeni Goss joins me in this episode to explore her journey into leadership. Talking all things from lessons learnt, advice to younger self and having the passion for learning.