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In this honest and unscripted mini episode, recorded mid-safari during a much-needed break, Leeza opens up about the internal struggle many leaders face: the guilt of resting. She shares personal stories from her leadership journey, the burnout she faced when she gave too much of herself, and the powerful mindset shifts that have helped her redefine consistency, success, and boundaries. If you’re a passionate business owner, director, or educator who’s been pushing through, this episode is your permission to pause, reconnect with your why, and remember that rest is part of the work — not a reward for it. In this episode, Leeza explores: The personal struggle of setting boundaries (even on holiday) Why rest is essential to sustainable leadership Questions to ask yourself when you feel pulled in too many directions How to reconnect with your purpose when you feel overwhelmed Let’s connect: Instagram: @platinumedgroup Website: www.platinumed.com.au Email: hello@platinumed.com.au

Why Bother Aiming for Exceeding? In this powerful follow-up episode, Leeza Browne opens up the conversation around striving for Exceeding in early childhood services—and why giving up on high standards comes at a cost we can’t afford. You’ll hear real feedback from the community, honest reflections about where educators and leaders are really at, and practical strategies for getting your team on board the journey toward quality. This episode dives into: Why Exceeding isn’t about perfection—it’s about purpose What the NQS ratings really mean (and how to explain them clearly) How to train and inspire your team when they’re unsure or overwhelmed Why standards matter, and who we’re really doing this for What to do when your team has never seen another service Plus, Leeza shares a moment from the floor that reminded her just how important it is to meet people where they’re at, and help them see what exceeding looks like. Connect with Leeza Browne: Website: www.platinumed.com.au Instagram: @platinumeducationgroup LinkedIn: Leeza Browne Email: hello@platinumed.com.au [hello@platinumed.com.au] If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone in your early childhood circle. Let’s raise the bar, together.

In this powerful episode, host Leeza Browne from Platinum Ed is joined by the incredible Kerra-Lee Wescombe, Director of Connect.Ed, to explore the critical role of trauma-informed practice in early childhood education. With over 10 years of experience across therapeutic care, consulting, and professional development, Kerra-Lee shares why connection—not control—is key to supporting children’s development and wellbeing. We unpack the staggering statistic that 2 in 3 children experience trauma before the age of five, and what this means for educators and early learning environments. We also dive into: What trauma-informed practice really looks like in early childhood Why behaviourism often misses the mark How services can access support and training The power of body-based strategies to support regulation And why educators should never feel like they have to do it alone Whether you're a centre director, educator, or aspiring leader, this episode will challenge your thinking, uplift your spirit, and leave you with practical insights to create safer, more connected spaces for children to thrive.

The Four Corners episode Betrayal of Trust – Child Care in Crisis has once again put early childhood education under the microscope. While it revealed serious failures that demand accountability, it also painted an incomplete and fear-driven picture of our sector. In this powerful and solution-focused episode, I address: ✅ What the Four Corners episode got right—and what was missing. ✅ The public release of compliance reports (Standing Order 52) and why it’s concerning. ✅ How services can respond to increased scrutiny and protect their educators. ✅ The real issue—training & workforce conditions—and why fixing this is the key to real change. ✅ How we take back the narrative by sharing stories of the incredible educators who go above and beyond. Now, more than ever, we need to stand up for children, educators, and the future of early childhood education. If we don’t tell our story, someone else will—and we can’t afford to let fear define our profession. Let’s talk solutions. Let’s advocate for change. Let’s remind the world why early childhood education matters.

In this episode we explore the powerful analogy of "emptying the sandpit" and how it applies to setting up strong systems and structures in your service. Just like refreshing the sandpit create a clean foundation for play, resetting expectations, re-inducting staff and reinforcing key knowledge helps teams start fresh and aligned. we'll cover: - why assuming everyone knows nothing (even seasoned educators) sets the team up for success - the importance of re-inductions and refreshing the team knowledge - Strategies for embedding training and retaining information - Practical steps to ensure systems and processes stay strong throughout the year Tune in to discover how you can refresh, realign and build a strong foundation for your teams success!