Episode 056: Interview With Natasha Eftekhari
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"Bromley's most thoughtful nursery and preschool." Founded by Natasha Eftekhari, The Lodge Preschool and Nursery has rapidly grown into a great success story, winning The Best New Business at the 2022 Best Businesswomen Awards. She was also a Silver Winner in the Children and Families category.
In this interview, Natasha shares her story of why she set up a nursery and discusses her business journey so far.
{1.15} Why Natasha started a pre-school
{2.20} What Natasha did before she began The Lodge Childcare
{2.40} Natasha reflects on her time in business so far
{5.08} How Natasha navigated her business during Covid
{8.05} Natasha's thoughts on entering the business awards
{12.05} General challenges Natasha faces in the childcare industry
{13.50} Future award entries and the benefits of entering awards
{15.37} How online reviews have had a positive impact on The Lodge
{17.47} Graduating from The Lodge Preschool and Nursery
{18.00} Long-term plans and future expansion for the business
{18.55} Advice for anyone wanting to start or grow their business
{19.45} Employing a business coach and the extra support you can get
You can find out more about The Lodge Preschool and Nursery below:
Website: https://www.thelodgechildcare.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelodgechildcare/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelodgechildcare/
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