07.15.2015 - By Devon Bandison
A former Marine, Armin Brott has devoted the last 15 years to providing men with the tools, support and knowledge to help them become the fathers they want to be - and their families need them to be. His seven critically acclaimed books for fathers have sold well over a million copies. Titles include The Expectant Father: Facts, Tips, and Advice for Dads-to-Be and The New Father: A Dad's Guide to the First Year. He has written on fatherhood for hundreds of newspapers and magazines and is a frequent guest on such television programs as the Today Show. He also writes a nationally syndicated newspaper column (Ask Mr. Dad) and hosts a syndicated radio show (Positive Parenting). He lives with his family in Oakland, California.
In this episode you will learn:
Armin's tools for success as a father and leader
The importance of presence, play, and making mistakes
Why we should be careful of placing our expectations on our children
The difference between influence and control
You can find Armin here:
Website: mrdad.com
Facebook: MrDad
Twitter: @mrdad
Resources:
Armin's Books: mrdad.com/store
Other Recommended Book: Parenting with a Story: Real-Life Lessons in Character for Parents and Children to Share
Register for the Fatherhood Leadership Academy Coaching Program
Watch my TEDx Talk: The Most Important Question A Father Can Ask Himself