Crystal & Ricardo Romero: How to Increase Staff Retention by 10x in Seven Months

From 120% staff turnover annually to just 14% in seven months? It may sound like a dream scenario, but for Kris’s guests this week, it’s reality. Kris welcomes Crystal and Ricardo Romero from the New Mexico Early Learning Academy, currently serving three amazing locations. They share some game-changing tips on hiring the right people, onboarding, and staff retention. Crystal and Ricardo talk about working as a couple and how it helps their overall mission and keeps them both energized and focused, their approach to expansion, and the extra perks they offer to keep their staff satisfied personally and professionally. Get ready to be inspired!

 

Key Takeaways:

[8:49] Crystal and Ricardo talk about their school, New Mexico Early Learning Academy, currently with 3 locations.

[11:05] Their different journeys into early childhood education.

[14:23] Yes, Crystal and Ricardo spend almost every moment together, and they love it!

[15:12] They share about their blended family and how their work and personal lives are fully blended.

[16:24] How Crystal and Ricardo love spending their free time (together, of course) and being intentional about breaks.

[19:31] Fun fact: if you need some cool shoe inspiration, check out Crystal’s renovated home office! It’s now a s