Child Care Genius Podcast

Brian and Carol Duprey
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Learn how to become a smarter child care leader by listening to the Child Care Genius Podcast. Podcast hosts Brian and Carol Duprey have over 25 years of experience in opening and operating 10 child care centers in central Maine. They are both Certified Child Care Coaches, Best-Selling Authors, and have helped thousands of child care owners, directors, and teachers grow their child care businesses. Formerly the Child Care Millionaire Podcast, the Child Care Genius Podcast interviews the brightest minds in the child care industry, to help guide you into making smarter business decisions. The podcast will feature topics focused on increasing center profitability, expansion, employee hiring and retention, cultivating an amazing mindset, and how to retire wealthy, leaving a legacy for future generations. Child Care Genius is the world's #1 community for brilliant child care leaders.

  1. 1D AGO

    Turn Your Child Care Business Expenses into Free Travel with Brian Duprey

    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.  Mentioned in this episode: 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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    14 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket: Smart Ways to Diversify Your Child Care Business with Brian and Carol Duprey

    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. Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    16 min

  3. MAR 24

    The Love Bank: Simple Habits That Strengthen a Lifetime Partnership with Brian Duprey

    What does a strong marriage have to do with building a successful life and business? In this special episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian Duprey takes a moment away from the usual business conversations to share something much more personal. As Carol celebrates her birthday week, Brian reflects on the incredible partnership they've built over 35 years of marriage and the simple habits that have helped keep their relationship strong.   Tune in to this episode as Brian shares heartfelt stories about Carol, the love of his life. From weekly flowers and opening car doors to protecting trust and making time for regular date nights, he walks through practical ways couples can keep making "deposits" into each other's love bank. These small, consistent actions may seem simple, but over time they build the kind of connection that lasts decades.   Listen in as Brian speaks directly to husbands, partners, and anyone who wants to strengthen their relationship. He talks openly about communication, avoiding assumptions, protecting trust, and keeping the spark alive even after many years together. Along the way, he shares honest insights about what he's learned over time and why finishing strong matters more than starting perfectly.   Join Brian for this meaningful and personal episode as he celebrates Carol's impact on his life and invites listeners to help make her birthday extra special. If Carol has ever inspired you through a conference, coaching call, or podcast, Brian encourages you to send her a birthday message and let her know the difference she's made. It's a reminder that the relationships we invest in—at home and in life—are the ones that matter most.   To Contact Carol Duprey:  Carol@childcaregenius.com   Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    12 min

  4. MAR 17

    The Hidden Advantage Top Child Care Owners Invest In with Brian and Carol Duprey

    What if the fastest way to grow your child care business… was to go back to school? In this milestone episode, Brian and Carol Duprey challenge the idea that once you become an owner, you've "arrived." Join us as they unpack why the most successful child care leaders never stop learning—and why trying to figure everything out on your own can cost you far more than you realize. From marketing and enrollment strategy to finance, operations, leadership, and systems, they share candid stories about costly mistakes, hard-earned lessons, and why sharpening your axe before you need it can change the entire trajectory of your business.   Tune in to this episode as Brian draws powerful comparisons between professional athletes and business owners. Every elite performer has a coach—so why should child care owners be any different? Listen in as they explain how coaching, community, and continuing education can help you close knowledge gaps, strengthen weak areas, and accelerate growth without the "million-dollar mistakes." They also reveal how one small tweak—just one enrollment strategy shift—can potentially generate hundreds of thousands in lifetime revenue.   Join us as Brian and Carol share how Child Care Genius University was created to provide a shortcut—offering proven systems, hands-on coaching, real accountability, and even a 5X return guarantee in year one. From helping owners scale from a few locations to dozens, to restoring confidence, profitability, and even marriages strained by business stress, they've seen firsthand what happens when leaders invest in themselves. If you're tired of relying solely on your own knowledge base and ready to level up, this episode is your invitation. Go back to school. Sharpen your saw. And discover what's possible when you stop doing it alone.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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. If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    10 min

  5. MAR 10

    The Biggest Challenges Child Care Owners Face but No One Talks About with Brian and Carol Duprey

    Are you feeling stretched thin in your child care business right now? You're not alone. In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey get real about the struggles every owner faces — and more importantly, how to handle them in a way that strengthens your business instead of sinking it.   Tune in as they unpack the most common pressure points child care owners are dealing with today: enrollment dips, financial uncertainty, leadership challenges, broken systems, lack of diversification, partnership tension, and cultural struggles. From increasing tour conversions with proven strategies from The Art of the Tour, to building a six-month financial safety net, to defining clear leadership lanes with your spouse or partner, this episode is packed with practical tools you can apply immediately.   Listen in as Brian and Carol share lessons learned the hard way — from early financial mistakes to expansion during economic downturns — and explain why living below your means, mastering your numbers, strengthening systems, and developing leadership skills can position you for long-term stability and growth. They also discuss why diversification and strong operational systems are critical if you ever want to expand beyond one location.   If you're feeling tired, overwhelmed, or even questioning whether you want to keep going, join us for this encouraging and action-focused conversation. This episode is designed to help you regain clarity, rebuild confidence, and fall in love with your child care business again.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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 content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also 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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    20 min

  6. MAR 3

    Attitude Shapes Culture: The Power of a Growth Mindset for Child Care Owners with Brian and Carol Duprey

    What if the most powerful shift you could make in your child care business didn't start with strategy, staffing, or finances — but with what's happening inside your own mind? In this episode of the Childcare Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey invite listeners into a conversation sparked by their time in Florida, where the scenery may be inspiring, but the message is universal: mindset isn't about surroundings — it's about perspective. Tune in to this episode as they explore how attitude shapes leadership, culture, and the outcomes you experience every day in your center.   Listen in as Brian and Carol unpack the idea that your attitude determines your altitude — and why leaders set the emotional temperature for their entire organization. Drawing parallels from sports, business, and real-world challenges facing child care owners, they discuss how external pressures like funding changes or daily operational stressors are unavoidable, yet how you respond to them influences your directors, teachers, and ultimately the children you serve. Join us as they share practical guidance on checking personal stress at the door, leading with confidence, and creating a culture grounded in positivity and accountability.   Tune in as Brian and Carol share practical mindset strategies tailored for child care owners, directors, and leaders looking to strengthen culture, improve leadership impact, and stay resilient through challenges. From shaping daily habits and managing self-talk to setting vision and pursuing personal growth, this episode delivers straightforward encouragement and actionable perspective. Join us for insights and resources from Child Care Genius designed to support your development, and walk away reminded that strengthening your mindset strengthens your leadership, your team, and the long-term success of your child care business.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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 content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also 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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    20 min

  7. FEB 24

    The Conference Advantage: Step Away, Recharge, and Lead Your Child Care Business Forward with Brian and Carol Duprey

    What happens when you step away from the daily noise of running your child care business and give yourself space to think bigger? In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey dive into a topic that many leaders overlook: the transformative value of attending conferences. Tune in as they share candid insights about why investing time in learning, networking, and personal growth can unlock clarity, sharpen focus, and accelerate your progress as an owner.   Listen in as Brian reflects on his first conference experience and the mindset shifts that followed, from setting meaningful goals to surrounding yourself with people who are operating at the level you aspire to reach. Join us as they discuss the power of community, learning from others' mistakes, and why knowledge only creates impact when it's applied. They also explore the real financial and operational lessons gained through collaboration, benchmarking, and simply being in rooms where big ideas are shared openly.   This conversation goes beyond strategy and numbers. Brian and Carol highlight the importance of connection, culture, and even fun when stepping outside your center. From building unity with your team to gaining perspective that's hard to find in the day-to-day grind, they unpack how these experiences can influence leadership, decision-making, and long-term vision. You'll hear honest reflections on lessons learned the hard way and how those lessons shape the way they support other owners today.   Join us for an encouraging and practical discussion about working on your business instead of constantly working in it. Whether you attend one conference or several this year, this episode offers perspective on how stepping into learning environments can reignite motivation, spark ideas, and push you toward the next level of growth. Listen in and consider what intentional time away could mean for your goals in 2026 and beyond. Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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 content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also 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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    19 min

  8. FEB 17

    How to Take Back Your Time and Grow Your Child Care Business with Brian and Carol Duprey

    Ever feel like your days are packed, yet somehow nothing important gets done? If you've ever looked up at the clock and wondered, "What did I actually accomplish today?" this episode is for you. Time management isn't just about working harder — it's about taking control of your calendar so you can finally stop living in crisis mode and start building the business and life you want.   Tune in to this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast as Brian Duprey and Carol Duprey break down simple, practical strategies to help child care owners and directors reclaim their time. Listen in as they explain the power of time blocking, why constant interruptions destroy productivity, and how creating "red light" focus time can transform your workdays from firefighting to forward-thinking.   Join us as Brian and Carol introduce their Traffic Light Time Management System — a fun and effective way to set boundaries with your team while still being available when it truly matters. They also dive into strategic blocks, buffer blocks, and clarity breaks, showing how uninterrupted focus time can unlock creativity, improve leadership, and open the door to growth, marketing, and expansion.   This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who feels stuck in the weeds of daily operations. You'll hear why controlling your time is the key to controlling your future — from having more freedom and less stress to becoming a more intentional, productive business owner and partner. Hit play, take notes, and get ready to manage your time instead of letting your time manage you.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEGACY Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/legacyconference/   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 content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also 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.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university     Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

    17 min
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Learn how to become a smarter child care leader by listening to the Child Care Genius Podcast. Podcast hosts Brian and Carol Duprey have over 25 years of experience in opening and operating 10 child care centers in central Maine. They are both Certified Child Care Coaches, Best-Selling Authors, and have helped thousands of child care owners, directors, and teachers grow their child care businesses. Formerly the Child Care Millionaire Podcast, the Child Care Genius Podcast interviews the brightest minds in the child care industry, to help guide you into making smarter business decisions. The podcast will feature topics focused on increasing center profitability, expansion, employee hiring and retention, cultivating an amazing mindset, and how to retire wealthy, leaving a legacy for future generations. Child Care Genius is the world's #1 community for brilliant child care leaders.

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  • Creator
    Brian and Carol Duprey
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    98
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2022 by Brian and Carol Duprey
  • Show Website
    Child Care Genius Podcast

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