{"id":47,"date":"2019-09-09T11:32:36","date_gmt":"2019-09-09T11:32:36","guid":{"rendered":"https://theempoweredprovider.com/?p=47"},"modified":"2020-01-10T20:29:49","modified_gmt":"2020-01-10T20:29:49","slug":"child-care-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https://theempoweredprovider.com/child-care-tips/","title":{"rendered":"Child Care Tips to Increase Professionalism"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every person who runs a family child care business should be continually seeking out child care tips<\/strong> that will make his\/her program better. The child care tips I am sharing today will help you boost professionalism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In my experience, providers who demonstrate high levels of professionalism often have a more successful program than those who do not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It’s time to think of your child care program as a business run by a sole proprietor (you!). The sooner you think, act, and make decisions like a business the better off you will be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to payscale.com<\/a>, the average child care provider makes $32,065 per year, with a high end around $71,000. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your income depends greatly upon your enrollment and the rates you charge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite your hourly or weekly rate, enrollment can be ever-changing. The highs are high and the lows are…well… low. You put in the grit and sweat that comes with loving on a really young group of babies and toddlers…but those little buggers keep getting older and eventually exit your program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Being low on enrollment is stressful. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The record-keeping books don’t lie. Less kids means less income. Less income mean less lattes. (Starbucks. Always the first to get cut from the budget in my house.<\/em>) Less lattes means…eeshk. Let’s not speak of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anticipating the gap is key. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s always a good idea to pause and assess your program and figure out ways you can improve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHY PROFESSIONALISM MATTERS IN FAMILY CHILD CARE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Professionalism speaks confidence. It says, “Welcome to my program. I put a lot of work into my job and I love it so much and I just know you will too. Here’s what I have to offer.<\/em>“<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clients want to know that your program is well thought out. They want to know you are confident about the work you do and that they have chosen the best possible place for their child. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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According to Google<\/a>, professionalism<\/strong> is the “competence or skill of a professional”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though there are days you may feel<\/em> like an amateur…always show your professional self in any situation regarding your business. Professional development isn’t limited to the training hours and classes you take. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today I am sharing simple child care tips that you can implement to make your program look and feel more like a business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7 TIPS FOR CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALISM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. DESIGN A LOGO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This can be as simple or complex as you want to make it. Design your own on the computer or ask someone to help you. Perhaps you know a graphic designer? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A logo will be the start of building your brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Having a brand that is aesthetically appealing can be everything to get new clients interested in your program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. CREATE A WEBSITE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This may sound intimidating, but I promise you, there are a lot of companies out there that will walk you through building a simple website and in many cases for free such as Weebly<\/a>. This child care tip can make a huge impact for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make sure your site includes the basics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n