Are you still charging the same tuition you did years ago—and quietly losing money because of it? In this Child Care Genius Training Podcast episode, Brian breaks down why raising your child care rates annually isn't just smart—it's necessary for long-term success.

Tune in to hear 10 practical reasons, from keeping up with inflation to improving staff retention and staying competitive in your market. You'll also learn how to communicate rate increases with confidence and clarity to families. If you've ever felt hesitant or guilty about raising tuition, this episode will shift your perspective and give you a clear path forward.

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Are you truly protected—or just hoping nothing goes wrong in your child care business? When it comes to insurance, what you don't know can cost you everything.

In this episode of the Ask Brian and Carol series, Brian and Carol Duprey tackle a critical question from a listener: what insurance is essential, and how do rising insurance costs impact your bottom line? Tune in as they break down the must-have coverages every child care owner should understand—from liability and abuse coverage to EPLI, workers' comp, and more—along with practical rules of thumb to help you evaluate your current policies.

Listen in as they share real-life stories and lessons learned the hard way, including costly claims, unexpected incidents, and the types of coverage many owners assume they have—but don't. They also explain how the right policies can protect your business, your team, and your financial future, while the wrong gaps can leave you exposed to devastating risk.

Join us for this eye-opening conversation and walk away with a clearer understanding of how to safeguard your center. And don't forget—if you have a question you'd like answered on the show, you can submit it by emailing brian@childcaregenius.com and request to remain anonymous. Your question might be featured in an upcoming episode!

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What if the key to building real wealth in your child care business isn't making more—but managing what you already have better? In this Friday Training episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian Duprey breaks down the powerful habit of living below your means and why it's essential for long-term success.

Tune in as he shares practical benchmarks, real-life examples, and simple strategies to help you reduce financial stress, build cash reserves, and reinvest back into your business. This is one of the most important financial lessons for any child care owner who wants stability, growth, and a path to becoming a multi-millionaire.

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What would happen to your business if an unexpected financial storm hit tomorrow? Would you be prepared… or scrambling to stay afloat?

In this Ask Brian and Carol episode, Brian and Carol Duprey tackle a powerful listener question about how to create an emergency fund for business surprises. Listen in as they break down practical, real-world strategies to help child care owners build financial security, from living below your means to setting up automatic savings systems that grow consistently over time.

Tune in to this episode to hear how simple shifts—like reallocating revenue, paying down high-interest debt, and using tools like a HELOC—can give you peace of mind and protection during uncertain times. Brian and Carol also share personal experiences and cautionary insights about spending habits, delayed gratification, and why having 6–12 months of expenses saved can be a game-changer.

Join us as they offer straightforward, no-nonsense advice to help you strengthen your financial foundation, protect your business, and position yourself to weather any storm with confidence.

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Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/ Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.

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What if the way you talk to yourself is shaping your leadership, your team, and even your enrollment results? In this Friday Training episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian Duprey breaks down the powerful role of positive self-talk and how it directly impacts stress, decision-making, and overall success as a child care owner.

Tune in to this episode to learn how shifting your internal dialogue can strengthen your mindset, boost confidence during tours, and help you lead your team with clarity and calm—even during challenging seasons. Listen in as Brian shares practical affirmations, real-life examples, and simple daily habits that can transform how you show up as a leader.

Plus, don't miss how to get a free copy of his latest book, Child Care Multi-Millionaire. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in negative thinking, or unsure how to maintain a strong mindset under pressure, this episode will give you the tools to reset, refocus, and lead with intention.

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Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media ads management. For social media content we have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/ Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.

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What financial numbers should child care owners really be watching each month before small issues turn into big problems? In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey kick off a brand-new Ask Brian and Carol series by answering a question so many owners need help with: which financial metrics matter most when it comes to spotting trouble early and protecting profitability.

Tune in to this episode as Brian and Carol walk through the key numbers every owner should be reviewing on a regular basis, including enrollment, full-time equivalent enrollment, tour conversion rates, rolling quarterly profit and loss statements, budget tracking, accounts receivable, payroll hours, subsidy billing, and overall profitability. They explain why looking at trends over time matters far more than reacting to a single month, and they share practical examples of how these numbers can help owners make better decisions before financial stress starts piling up.

Listen in as they break down these concepts in a clear, real-world way that makes financial management feel more doable and less overwhelming. From understanding how part-time care can actually increase revenue when priced properly, to knowing when payroll swings or unpaid tuition should raise red flags, this episode is packed with insight for owners who want to lead with more confidence and control.

Join us for this helpful conversation and learn how strong financial habits can give you a clearer picture of your business and a stronger path forward. Brian and Carol also invite listeners to submit anonymous questions for future episodes, making this a great time to tune in, get support, and be part of the conversation.

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Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.

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What if the money you're already spending in your child care business could fund free travel around the world? The Friday Child Care Genius Training Podcast is back with a brand-new episode after a period of reruns while Brian Duprey recovered from surgery. In this episode, Brian shares a practical strategy for turning everyday business expenses into powerful rewards using airline credit cards—helping child care owners earn miles, unlock travel perks, and even fly first class without paying first-class prices.

If you want simple ways to keep more money in your pocket while getting more value from the expenses you already have, this quick training is packed with ideas you can start using right away.

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Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media ads management. For social media content we have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/ Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.

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Building a successful child care business takes more than strong enrollment. It also requires thinking ahead about stability, growth, and creating multiple sources of revenue. In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, we explore the power of diversification and why relying on a single income stream can leave your business vulnerable to economic shifts, subsidy delays, or unexpected market changes.

Join Brian and Carol Duprey as they share practical insights on how child care owners can strengthen their financial foundation by expanding beyond just one center or one revenue source. Listen in as they discuss the realities of opening additional locations, why the second center is often the hardest step for owners to take, and how delegation and leadership become essential as your business grows.

The conversation also dives into one of their favorite long-term wealth-building strategies: real estate. Brian and Carol explain why owning your building can be a game changer for child care owners and how investing in property can create equity, rental income, and lasting assets for future generations.

Along the way, they also share creative ideas for generating additional revenue within your existing operation—from renting unused space to offering convenient services that families appreciate. Tune in to this episode for practical strategies and big-picture thinking that can help you build a more resilient, profitable child care business.

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