Mission Driven Leadership
An interview with Blythe Robinson, President and CEO of Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers.
In this episode of “HelloHealth Today,” the “Women at the Helm” series continues with guest, Blythe Robinson, the president and CEO of Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers in Atlanta. Dr. Mohan and Blythe sit down for an interview on education, opportunity, leadership, and being passionate and engaged about what you do.
Blythe reflects on her personal career journey, which started in government and law and led to a deep passion about early childhood education and care. What are some of the factors that led her to where she is today? What are some of the influences that led to her passion for others? What are the driving forces that fuel her energy and keep her engaged? As president and CEO of a metro Atlanta early education and child care provider, Blythe discusses the challenges her organization faced this past year after the pandemic hit – as well as the factors that led to reopening early.
Blythe shares how Sheltering Arms adopts a two-generation approach to attending to the needs of the children. They extend the same approach to the parents and caregivers of these children. She is committed to providing access to resources, opportunities and information for Sheltering Arms and other organizations she gives her time to. Through the many partnerships and collaborations they have established, Sheltering Arms is able to offer financial education, mental health support, employment opportunities, and other resources.
Finally, Blythe shares her outlook on the future following a global pandemic, and how her support system allows her to embrace an optimistic outlook. Listen to learn about Blythe’s self-care routines that help her along the way and discover how you can maintain your energy and stamina in your career and personal life.
Action Steps:
Today’s action steps for staying engaged and passionate come courtesy of Blythe Robinson, president and CEO of Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers in Atlanta:
Move your body every day.
Sit and be quiet. Take time to practice mindfulness and think about what’s important to you.
Be kind to yourself.
Have a support circle and be supportive to others.
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