E242 The No-Fluff Guide to Profit, Enrollment, and Leadership in Child Care with Brian and Carol Duprey
Release Date: 01/20/2026
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info_outlineWhat would change in your child care business if you had a simple, step-by-step roadmap to stronger profits, better leadership, smarter marketing, and real growth, all in one place? Join Brian and Carol Duprey on this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast as they pull back the curtain on Brian’s newest solo book, Child Care Multi-Millionaire, and why he believes it’s the best, most practical guide he’s ever written for child care owners who feel like one part of the business is always “not firing on all cylinders.”
Tune in as Brian and Carol break down the core themes inside the book, starting with the financial foundation so many owners never truly learn: understanding your numbers, building real wealth, and making smart business decisions that lead to long-term stability. They also dive into the personal side of success with mindset habits they live out daily, including their “Genius Morning” routine and why consistent personal growth is a non-negotiable if you want to lead well and stay steady through the pressure of ownership.
Listen in as the conversation moves into heartset and healthset, and how finding the balance between being heart-centered and business-minded can completely change your profitability and your team culture. You’ll also hear practical, no-fluff reminders about what actually drives enrollment today, why marketing can’t be an afterthought, and how the “tour math” behind enrollment is simpler than most owners make it (but only when the right person is leading the process).
Brian and Carol also get real about expansion, leadership by example, and the power of mentorship, because who you surround yourself with shapes what you believe is possible. This episode also includes details on how to grab a free copy of the book (U.S. listeners), why Brian’s giving away thousands as a true “give back,” and how the proceeds support causes they care about. If you’re ready for actionable direction and a candid conversation that feels like coaching in podcast form, this is one you’ll want to hear.
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