In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, Michael lays out the mindset shift and execution framework childcare owners must adopt to turn 2026 into a breakout year. Rather than chasing busywork or short-term fixes, he challenges listeners to focus on revenue-first actions, disciplined marketing math, and decisions that compound enrollment and profitability.

The conversation is direct, unapologetic, and rooted in what actually drives growth for modern childcare businesses. For owners serious about scaling, increasing cash flow, and operating with confidence, this episode sets the tone for what the year ahead demands.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, Michael reflects on the past year to uncover the patterns, decisions, and mindset shifts that quietly shaped the most impactful conversations on the show. Rather than chasing trends or tactics, this episode challenges childcare owners to take responsibility for the outcomes they want in the year ahead – financially, operationally, and personally.

From leadership accountability to understanding the numbers that drive enrollment, staffing, and profitability, Michael reinforces a central truth: sustainable growth in childcare starts with clarity, ownership, and the willingness to make hard but necessary decisions.

As 2026 begins, this episode serves as a reminder that when leadership stabilizes the ship, everything else has a chance to rise with it.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, Michael challenges childcare owners to rethink how they approach marketing during the holidays and beyond. Instead of treating holidays as decorations or afterthoughts, he breaks down how top-performing childcare centers use seasonal moments to create urgency, stand out in crowded markets, and make their marketing feel intentional rather than reactive.

Drawing from real-world experience running childcare centers, Michael shares how aligning monthly themes across websites, tours, emails, social media, and enrollment conversations creates momentum families can feel. This episode is a mindset shift for childcare owners who want their marketing to be more engaging, more strategic, and far less forgettable heading into 2026.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, host Michael challenges childcare owners to stop reacting and start building intentional momentum before the year even begins. He shares how forward-thinking leaders create clarity, alignment, and confidence by putting simple systems in place that remove stress and guesswork from marketing decisions.

Rather than chasing last-minute tactics, this conversation centers on preparation, priorities, and the discipline required to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive childcare landscape. A must-listen for childcare owners and directors who want more control, stronger enrollment outcomes, and a calmer start to the year.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, host Michael Tasner pulls back the curtain on the conversations, insights, and behind-the-scenes patterns shaping the future of the childcare industry. Fresh from connecting with seven-, eight-, and nine-figure owners, he brings listeners a rare peek into how top-performing leaders think, plan, and make high-impact decisions that set them apart.

Designed for ambitious childcare owners and directors, this episode offers perspective, clarity, and the kind of industry-shaping awareness usually reserved for closed-door rooms. Whether you're building a single center or scaling a multi-location operation, this is the mindset-level fuel needed for long-term growth, stability, and competitive advantage.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, host Michael Tasner pulls listeners into a powerful year-end mindset, one rooted in clarity, discipline, gratitude, and intentional leadership. Drawing from his unique vantage point of guiding hundreds of childcare businesses, Michael shares the deeper patterns he sees in owners who finish strong, reset their vision, and step into the new year with purpose.

This episode blends entrepreneurial honesty, strategic reflection, and actionable inspiration designed to help every childcare leader rise above burnout, overwhelm, and distraction. Perfect for owners and directors looking to elevate their personal habits, strengthen their leadership foundation, and build unstoppable momentum for the year ahead.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, Michael Tasner reflects on his latest visit to Disney and Universal, not as a tourist, but as a strategist studying how the world's most iconic brands engineer emotion, design micro-moments, and elevate ordinary experiences into unforgettable ones. He breaks down how these same principles apply directly to childcare centers, from crafting emotional touchpoints to building loyalty through storytelling, innovation, and intentional experiences.

This episode gives childcare owners an inside look at how legendary experiences are built and how those same ideas can transform enrollment, culture, retention, and brand perception at any center ready to think bigger.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, host Michael Tasner explores one of the most overlooked yet fastest-evolving forces in the childcare industry: curriculum. As enrollment patterns shift and parent expectations climb, Michael uncovers the emerging trends influencing buying behavior, from technology integration to niche educational philosophies, and why curriculum has become a powerful differentiator for centers looking to grow.

With insights gathered from tens of thousands of parent conversations across the No Joke Childcare network, he breaks down how centers can elevate their positioning, showcase their strengths, and adapt strategically in a changing marketplace.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, host Michael Tasner dives deep into the growing wave of consolidation sweeping the childcare industry. Private equity firms and large franchise brands are buying up independent centers at record speed, but amid the challenges, Michael uncovers an even bigger opportunity for smart, strategic owners who are ready to grow instead of fold.

From exit strategies and valuations to expansion tactics and long-term sustainability, this episode challenges every childcare entrepreneur to think differently about the future — and decide which side of the shift they'll stand on.

🎧 Listen in to discover where the real opportunity lies in this new era of childcare business growth.

If your childcare center feels like it's taking more from you than it's giving back, you're not alone.

Remember that burnout isn't a badge of honor. It's a warning sign. Join us for this webinar and discover how to build a childcare center that thrives without sacrificing yourself. https://webinar.nojokechildcare.com/the-profit-plan

Parents aren't searching the way they used to and this shift is happening faster than most childcare owners realize.

In this episode of The Childcare Bridge, host Michael Tasner uncovers a massive transformation in how families discover, research, and decide on childcare options. The platforms they use, the questions they ask, and the attention they give are all evolving and it's already changing how successful centers attract new enrollments.

Michael breaks down what this means for your childcare business, why this shift can't be ignored, and how you can stay ahead by adapting your digital strategy now.

• If your childcare center feels like it's taking more from you than it's giving back, you're not alone. Burnout isn't a badge of honor. It's a warning sign. Join us for this webinar and discover how to build a childcare center that thrives without sacrificing yourself. https://webinar.nojokechildcare.com/the-profit-plan