As dads, husbands, and professionals, we make mistakes every day. They’re inevitable. No one has a handbook for how to raise kids because every child is different and every day presents new challenges. The goal is to stop making the same mistakes. As we learn and grow, we correct the mistakes we used to make […]
The Husband
Listen Better
Husbands, we’ve got a reputation for being bad listeners. Whether it’s deserved or not is not important, but rather if we as individuals are going to fit the stereotype. I recently went to a conference on leadership that listens and I came away with three things to focus on when it comes to communication in […]
The Self
Ducks in a Row
I’m a “ducks in a row” kind of person. When I sit down to write, I make sure my computer and notebook are organized and neat on my desk, I have the right music in my headphones for optimal productivity, and then I feel resistance. Is this a good enough topic to write about? Can […]
The Professional / The Self
Conquer Every Day: The Miracle Morning for Dads
Being a dad with a full-time job, I have always struggled to make my morning routine a smooth, predictable process. It doesn’t help that I’m naturally a night owl! After reading “The Miracle Morning” by Hal Elrod, I’ve completely changed my morning routine and feel more ready than ever to attack each day.
The Husband
Three Good Things
When life gets crazy, we often forget all of the things we have to be grateful for. This simple nightly routine has made a world of difference for both my wife and me in the months since our twin girls were born.