What if the most impressive person on paper turns out to be your biggest hiring mistake? In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian Duprey is joined by returning guest Sindye Alexander for a candid and insightful conversation about hiring for culture—not just credentials. If you’ve ever been dazzled by a resume only to regret the hire two weeks later, you’re not alone—and this episode is for you.
Tune in as Brian and Sindye dig into what it really means to find the right cultural fit for your child care center. Sindye shares a powerful personal story about hiring someone with all the right qualifications—but all the wrong energy—and how that experience reshaped the way she approaches interviews and onboarding. You’ll learn how to spot red flags, ask the right questions, and trust your instincts before a bad fit disrupts your team dynamic.
The conversation also explores how to introduce new hires into your culture, how to reinforce your core values beyond a poster on the wall, and why open communication and daily recognition matter more than pizza parties when it comes to building a great workplace. From simple gestures to systems that support staff well-being, Brian and Sindye break down actionable strategies that child care owners can start using today.
Join us for this engaging and practical episode, and stay tuned for next week’s follow-up, where Sindye returns to dive deeper into communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics.
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