Own a Daycare Blog » way http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:32:12 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Termination In The Day Care Done In The Proper Way http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/termination-in-the-day-care-done-in-the-proper-way http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/termination-in-the-day-care-done-in-the-proper-way#comments Mon, 03 Aug 2009 01:17:16 +0000 Mary http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/?p=762 Related posts:]]> Working in a day care may seem to be very easy for people. There is really nothing hard about making sure that the children are well taken care of. Anyone can absolutely perform this task without background education specializing in the day care field. As long as these people do understand what children need, then they will be very successful in taking care of the children in the day care. Sad to say, that even if this seems to be very simple, not all people are fit for this job. There are certain instances that people are needed to be removed in a day care for various reasons.

Each and every business has to deal with their issues properly. One of the hardest issues that businesses encounter is when they need to deal with staff issues. There will really be times when the employer has to terminate their staff because of issues which they are involved in resulting to damaging effects for the company. Although this may seem to be such a frustrating thing to do, employers have no other choice but to do it. A business is still a business which is why integrity and reputation of a company is very important. Employers all around should know how to this the right way.

There are actually several reasons why employees are fired, they are fired because of performance, illegal acts and even criminal acts proven which can be detrimental to the company’s name. Cases of termination due to cutting off employees, downsizing the business and even closing the day care is really hard to do. This is why companies may have to really send off employees even if they do contribute largely to the success of the business. When this is the case, then employers do have a harder time doing this.

The frustration of terminating an employee can really be a difficult thing for all. Employers are having a hard time doing this properly because of the pressure that comes with doing this. Employees on the other hand lose the job which they rely on to provide them with monthly income. Termination is really such a hard experience for all. Knowing that this is the case, employers are them stressed out whenever they break the news to their employees ensuring that they do not hurt or even do this in an offensive way.

Employers should always open a communication line to their employees. Staff members have the right to know why and all the necessary details involved in their termination. Employers should always make sure that the staff understand all the grounds and reasons for such actions taken. There is actually no need for these, the truth to be sugar-coated because no matter what angle this is shown, people are still going to be terminated from the day care. It is best if these are said in the most straightforward manner but in the most sensitive way. Particularly when it comes to saying the reason for this, employees need to be very clear about their point. With all the possible reasons possible, employees need to step out of the office knowing exactly why they are fired from their job. Always try to be very specific for such actions. Never ever leave them hanging and do open the floor for such questions and justifications made by the employee. This will be very important because employers will never know what employees might have to say about their termination.

Especially when it comes to termination due to performance within the day care, they need to be informed of the reasons why so that they cannot repeat the same mistakes again. On the other hand, if there are other reasons, just make sure that their work are being complimented especially when doing a remarkable job. Dealing with termination due to performance, employers should be responsible enough to provide a feedback report of the job of the employees. These need to be very details as well as categorized. Evaluation must be made very specific so that both parties will not have a hard time understanding these evaluations. As the employer’s duty, they must provide suggestions and ways to improve performance. If it is still possible, employers can grant the employees a certain time to improve when it comes to day care responsibilities. An agreed deadline should be followed so that when this comes, employers can now push through with the termination with the employee knowing why this has been done.

Once the reason has been told and the termination has been made final, employers must specify the conditions that have made. This will include the time frame in which their contracts will still be valid and when it terminates. They should be provided with enough time to settle all jobs with the day care and even to find a new job. Employers must also discuss more particularly the benefits that employees enjoy when they are fired. Separation pays, severance pays and continued benefits are very important so that the employees will know which still apply for them as they leave the day care.

Terminating employees is really such a hard thing to do. Employers are faced with the most difficult job of doing this. At first, employees may still have a hard time doing this because they know how hard this is for the employees to accept. With the right words to use, they will have an easy time to make things easier for both. This is a reality which companies should face. One way or another, employers need to terminate their worst employees to save their company. It is not worth it to risk all the hard work that employees have put in order to make the business a success. Whenever the situation calls for it, employers should never neglect the call for termination of employees. This is one experience in life that everyone must learn to accept. Whether they are the employer or the employee, they need to make sure that they are open to the fact that at some point, everyone will have to got through with termination.

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]]> http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/termination-in-the-day-care-done-in-the-proper-way/feed 0 The Effective Way to Keep your Kids Healthy http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-effective-way-to-keep-your-kids-healthy http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-effective-way-to-keep-your-kids-healthy#comments Mon, 25 May 2009 00:38:21 +0000 Mary http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/?p=557 Related posts:]]> Once you opt to leave your kids at a childcare center, there are still a number of concerns you have to consider. Childcare centers are business oriented facilities and thus, some of them overlook the value of cleanliness and hygiene. But still, there are ways to make sure your kids are healthy and protected.

In most childcare centers, the children share toys, restrooms and have lots of interaction with each other. You have to make sure that your child is free from infections and other communicable diseases. The simplest yet effective way to avoid such infections is by teaching your kids how to wash their hands. Washing of hands as often as possible will greatly decreased the threat of infection and diseases to your children. Make it easy for them to remember to watch their hands by teaching them a song that goes with it. In this way, they will have fun and stay protected as well. Giving them handkerchief to close their mouth while sneezing, is also another way of minimizing germs. The use of hand sanitizers and alcohol are also ways to make sure they are always protected.

You also have to check the guidelines and policies of the daycare center. Ask the capacity of the place and make sure that they are not overpopulated. Inquire about how they impose proper hygiene to the children in the center. It is best if they have encourage proper hygiene of the children by monitoring their cleanliness and reminding them to wash their after every activity. See to it that the cleanliness of the place is maintained and sanitized throughout the day. If all these requirements are followed then you can be assured that your kids are protected from germs and infections.

Aside from proper hygiene, proper diet also helps your children to be immune from infections. Food that contains phytonutrients such as fruits and vegetables help to fight germs. Thus, you have to check the kind of foods that are served in the childcare center. Make sure that they give your kids a healthy and balanced diet that strengthens their immune systems.

Make it also a habit that your children will have regular check-ups to their physicians. This will help in monitoring your child to make sure that they are healthy all the time. It is also a must that your kids are vaccinated to keep them protected from certain diseases.

Enough sleep and exercise is another way to keep your kids healthy. This will keep their immune system active and thus will keep them protected. Intake of plenty of water is also an effective way to keep healthy. This will keep you hydrated and healthy.

There are sure lots of ways to keep your children away from infections and always in good health. Whether they are in a childcare center or not, you should make sure that they follow the tips above. For sure, they will enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle ahead of them.

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]]> http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-effective-way-to-keep-your-kids-healthy/feed 0 The Easy Way to Grow Your Home Daycare Business With An Annual Marketing Calendar http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-easy-way-to-grow-your-home-daycare-business-with-an-annual-marketing-calendar http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-easy-way-to-grow-your-home-daycare-business-with-an-annual-marketing-calendar#comments Thu, 07 May 2009 00:52:19 +0000 Mary http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/?p=497 Related posts:]]> Having a home day care of your own and operating it as a business isn’t easy. Most of the time you find yourself wearing many hats: nurse, chef, chauffeur, teacher, mediator, counselor, bookkeeper, referee… and that’s all before morning snack!

So we can imagine that running your own marketing campaign is enough to make your head spin.

With all the crazy schedules, meetings and the balancing act for the many roles you are playing, it’s all too easy to allow marketing to slip to the bottom of your to-do list. But let me tell you as early as now that this is one of the biggest mistakes you can ever make when running your own daycare business.

Addressing the Problem of Marketing

Here’s where creating an Annual Marketing Calendar to map out your activities for the year will help. It ensures that you’re able to launch your marketing strategies in a way that is organized and manageable.

This calendar may serve as your road map for the year and allows you to take advantage of Seasonal Marketing Peaks. Identifying peak times of the year to launch special campaigns would do a lot of good for your home daycare.

You will really develop your chances of success by simply linking your marketing activities to a time of year when prospective clients are most likely to be in need of your services. Thus, making great plans for your daycare is a perfect solution.

Here is an example of a marketing calendar that you can use. Just modify or adjust it to suit the needs of the community or clientele you serve.

January –Prepare for an online daycare directories and launch your own website

February –Write for a press release article, great network, volunteer, and sponsor

March – Spring time and make order for T-shirts

April – Plan to create, order and repair yard sign

May – Make further postings for Summer Camp Enrollment

June – Network updates, list volunteer, sponsor, press release or fundraiser

July – Make early announcement to notify Child Care Resource & Referral of any upcoming openings

August – Have announcements in preparation for Fall Enrollment

September – Design and Order business cards for October

October – Gimmick for Trick-or-Treat packs (biz card-candy-snack bag)

November – Shop services for Christmas

December – New Years Eve bash services

With the help of the MS Word or Excel Program you make a simple Annual Marketing Calendar.

You can make Annual Marketing Calendar any time of the year. Always look forward with the step of creating your marketing goals and work your way towards it.

See: How to start a home daycare business

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]]> http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-easy-way-to-grow-your-home-daycare-business-with-an-annual-marketing-calendar/feed 0 The Easy Way to Grow Your Home Daycare Business http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-easy-way-to-grow-your-home-daycare-business http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/the-easy-way-to-grow-your-home-daycare-business#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:17:56 +0000 Mary http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/?p=455 Related posts:]]> Having a home day care of your own and operating it as a business isn’t easy. Most of the time you find yourself wearing many hats: nurse, chef, chauffeur, teacher, mediator, counselor, bookkeeper, referee… and that’s all before morning snack!

So we can imagine that running your own marketing campaign is enough to make your head spin.

With all the crazy schedules, meetings and the balancing act for the many roles you are playing, it’s all too easy to allow marketing to slip to the bottom of your to-do list. But let me tell you as early as now that this is one of the biggest mistakes you can ever make when running your own daycare business.

Addressing the Problem of Marketing

Here’s where creating an Annual Marketing Calendar to map out your activities for the year will help. It ensures that you’re able to launch your marketing strategies in a way that is organized and manageable.

This calendar may serve as your road map for the year and allows you to take advantage of Seasonal Marketing Peaks. Identifying peak times of the year to launch special campaigns would do a lot of good for your home daycare.

You will really develop your chances of success by simply linking your marketing activities to a time of year when prospective clients are most likely to be in need of your services. Thus, making great plans for your daycare is a perfect solution.

Here is an example of a marketing calendar that you can use. Just modify or adjust it to suit the needs of the community or clientele you serve.

January –Prepare for an online daycare directories and launch your own website

February –Write for a press release article, great network, volunteer, and sponsor

March – Spring time and make order for T-shirts

April – Plan to create, order and repair yard sign

May – Make further postings for Summer Camp Enrollment

June – Network updates, list volunteer, sponsor, press release or fundraiser

July – Make early announcement to notify Child Care Resource & Referral of any upcoming openings

August – Have announcements in preparation for Fall Enrollment

September – Design and Order business cards for October

October – Gimmick for Trick-or-Treat packs (biz card-candy-snack bag)

November – Shop services for Christmas

December – New Years Eve bash services

With the help of the MS Word or Excel Program you make a simple Annual Marketing Calendar.

You can make Annual Marketing Calendar any time of the year. Always look forward with the step of creating your marketing goals and work your way towards it.

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