Business of Preschool Podcast

For preschool owners who want to lead better, grow smarter, and build something that lasts.

This isn’t a podcast about crafts, nap mats, or classroom decor. This is about the business side of running a preschool—the stuff that keeps you up at night and the strategies that help you sleep again.

I’m Chelsea Reue, childcare owner, author, and childcare sales specialist, and I created this podcast because too many preschool owners are still winging it when they should be running it. You deserve to lead with clarity, protect your value, and exit on your terms when the time comes.

No fluff. No pressure to be perfect. Just honest conversations, sharp strategy, and permission to build something that works for you.

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What You'll Hear

Owner Mindset

Reframe the stress, reset your leadership, and learn how to make decisions from strategy not survival.

Selling Tips

Know your numbers. Protect your value. Get your business ready to sell even if you're not listing tomorrow.

Real Stories

From the messy middle to the final sale owners share what really happened behind the scenes.

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Do you have a story other preschool owners need to hear?

Whether you’ve scaled, sold, stumbled, or survived you might be exactly who we need on the mic.

I’m also looking for experts who can help preschool leaders run smarter businesses with real tools and hard-won insight.

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From the Blog

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General

What Is SDE and Why Does It Determine Your Preschool’s Sale Price?

If you’ve talked to anyone in the business of buying

Chelsea November 10, 2026 No Comments

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Preschool?

Selling a preschool typically takes 6 to 12 months from listing to closing. Here’s what drives that timeline — and what can make it shorter or longer.

Chelsea October 20, 2026 No Comments

Childcare

Z is for Zero: How to Add a Zero to Your Preschool’s Sale Price

There’s a concept I talk about with every seller I

Chelsea October 19, 2026 No Comments

Licensed real estate agent and childcare business sales specialist. Helping families and business owners achieve their dreams through expert guidance and proven strategies.