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FamLEAD Blog

Content for Dads who are the trusted, respected CEOs of their families

Your marriage is your leadership team (and here's why that matters)

Brittany and I got married young, before our senior year of college. Like many guys, I was less mature than girls my age. And I was especially less mature than Brittany. I procrastinated on homework. Played video games way too much. Had habits I'm far from proud of. Many Sundays I went to church only because I knew it mattered to her. She made me a better person than I would have been on my own. That sounds good. But I'm honestly kind of ashamed of it now. I saw my wife as more mature, more...

The opportunity that's slipping away while you're building your career

Picture this. You're 75 years old. Your kids are in their 40s and 50s. They're sitting around a table with their own kids, and someone asks: "What was it like growing up in your house?" What do you want them to say? Do you want them to remember a dad who was always working? Always distracted? Physically present but emotionally absent? Or do you want them to remember shared meals, bedtime prayers, camping trips, and hard conversations? A dad who showed up. Who listened. Who led with strength...

Just a few days from now

Guys, The Sprint is finally launching next week. After years of planning, implementing with my own family and talking with other dads, I'm looking forward to walking (sprinting?) through this structure with some of you. Some of you have signed up. And I have a few slots left. If you're thinking about it, if you're on the fence, shoot me a note. This is about creating momentum with the thing we say and know is a top priority, our families. You won't regret it. And the price is right (free)....