S2 #10 Neurodiversity, Autism and Inclusive Practice in the Early Years with Louise Dawson

S3 #3 Navigating Difficult Moments Through Intentional Communication with Stephanie Martin

In this episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I sit down with Stephanie Martin to unpack the art of handling tough conversations in early years settings.Whether it’s giving feedback, resolving conflict, or leading with empathy under pressure, how we communicate in challenging moments can either build trust or break it.

S3 #2 First Impressions Matter: Rethinking Customer Service in Early Years Settings with Orchid Roy

In this insightful episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, we sit down with Orchids Roy to explore why customer service isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a core leadership skill in early childhood settings.From the moment a parent walks through the door, impressions are formed, trust is built (or broken), and your setting’s values are communicated without saying a word.

S3 #1 Why Personal Branding Matters in Early Childhood Education with Kelly Lunderberg

In this exciting kickoff to Season 3 of Let’s Talk Early Years, we’re joined by personal branding expert Kelly Lundberg to explore why personal branding matters for early years educators — and how to harness it to grow your impact and career. Whether you’re a teacher, leader, or advocate in the early childhood space, you are the brand. But how do you elevate your voice without stepping on toes? How do you show up with clarity, confidence, and purpose in a profession that often prioritizes the collective over the individual?

S2 #10 Neurodiversity, Autism and Inclusive Practice in the Early Years with Louise Dawson

In this powerful episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, we’re joined by Louise Dawson to explore how early years settings can embrace neurodiversity and truly support all children. What does inclusion look like in action—not just on paper? How can we move beyond tokenistic approaches and create environments where neurodivergent children genuinely thrive?

S2 #9 School Readiness – Debunking the Myths with Letitia Petrie

In Episode 9 of Let’s Talk Early Years, we tackle one of the most debated topics in early childhood education—school readiness. What does it really mean for a child to be "ready" for school? And are we focusing on the right skills? Joining us is Letitia Petrie, an experienced early childhood expert, to debunk common myths and shed light on what truly matters when preparing young children for school.