In this episode, I’m sharing a recent professional learning experience with Dr. Andrew B. Campbell (Dr. ABC) that reignited my passion and reminded me why our wellness as educators is so essential. Dr. ABC’s words were powerful, emphasizing that our joy, energy, and growth as educators are worth protecting and prioritizing. I’m sharing the key takeaways that inspired me to continue advocating for educator wellness and to bring big energy to every space we’re in. Join me as we dive into the power of learning experiences that light us up and how we can grow, glow, and go on this journey together.

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In this empowering episode of the Inspiring ECE Podcast, your host Marcia Nicole sits down with the amazing Julie Hansen—a passionate Early Childhood Educator, Consultant, and Author with over 24 years of experience. Julie’s journey is all about leadership, growth, and making a real impact in early childhood education.

Julie takes us through her inspiring story, starting as a young educator to becoming a leader who is now focused on team leadership, management training, and developing programs that shape the future of ECE. We talk about the challenges she faced along the way, the big wins, and how her passion for advocacy continues to drive her mission to uplift educators and children.

This episode is packed with powerful takeaways:

• Julie’s personal transformation from an educator to a leader, and the experiences that shaped her approach

• How she champions the importance of leadership in early childhood education—and how even small steps can create big waves

• The vital role of management training in empowering educators to provide high-quality learning environments

• Why advocacy is key in this field and how educators can make an impact, even with simple, everyday actions

• Insights from Julie’s published work on emergent curriculum and leadership, offering practical wisdom for every educator

Julie’s passion for leadership and high-quality early learning shines through in every part of her journey. Whether you’re an educator, leader, or advocate, this episode will inspire you to lead with purpose and continue making a difference in your own way.

🎧 Tune in for a conversation filled with motivation and actionable insights!

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In this episode, I’m sharing my story with both new and longtime listeners, opening up about the journey that led me to create The Inspiring ECE Podcast. I’m so grateful for each of you who tunes in, shares your feedback, and makes this community what it is. Whether you’re just joining us or have been here since the beginning, thank you for being part of this growing network of educators supporting one another.

I also want to give a special shoutout to Carla Ward and her Shoot for the Stars Podcast Academy, where I learned so much about bringing this vision to life. Through her program, I gained the tools and confidence to create a platform that amplifies the voices of educators and dives into the real conversations we all need.

Tune in to hear more about my journey and my gratitude for all of you who make this community possible. And as always, I’d love to hear from you! Reach out with any topics you’d like covered, or if you’re interested in being a guest on the show.

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