We are officially in the thick of the holiday season! This time of year is all about community and connection, which is the perfect lead-in to our conversation with a very special guest: Dara Yates, the founder of Seaside Staffing Company.

Dara, who began her career as a nanny and teacher, shares her inspiring journey from working out of a "little shack in Pacific Beach" to running a national, multi-service domestic staffing brand. In this episode, we discuss:

• The crucial power of collaboration over competition in the domestic staffing industry.
• The real-deal challenges of going from being a nanny to an entrepreneur.
• How vulnerability and building relationships with colleagues makes the entire industry stronger.
• Why leaning into your community—like those built at industry events or through masterminds—can make all the difference in achieving massive business growth.
• Dara's latest creative endeavor, the Pages and Play Podcast, which connects children's literature with hands-on learning experiences.

This conversation is a must-listen for any nanny or agency owner looking to grow their career, break through their own self-imposed limits, and foster meaningful connections in a small, passionate field.

Guest Bio & Resources

Dara Yates is the Founder of Seaside Staffing Company and Seaside Nannies. Originally from upstate New York, Dara has been building her business for over 21 years, growing it from a hyperlocal market in Southern California into a nationwide brand. She is a dedicated advocate for the industry and serves on the board of the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies (APNA).

Connect with Dara Yates & Seaside Staffing:

• Seaside Staffing Company (National): https://seasidestaffingcompany.com
• Seaside Nannies (CA Focus): https://seasidenannies.com
• Instagram (Seaside): [@seasidestaffingcompany]

Pages and Play Podcast:

• Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pages-and-play-podcast/id1844216908
• iHeart Podcasts: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-pages-and-play-podcast-298658591/
• Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/pagesandplaypodcast/

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