Did you know that hiring agencies make it almost impossible to get solid substitute or long term staffing for preschools?

I did not.

But Paul Buckley, founder of Ratio Staffing is trying to put that to a stop.

He created Ratio Staffing to help preschool and early education centers connect with the right people for the job and vice versa.

This week we dive into why hiring for preschools is such a nightmare and what Ratio Staffing is doing about this.

If you would like to see more from Ratio Staffing, or you would like to send their information on to your local early education centers, please check them out HERE

If you are a school please use the Promo Code: DAD and get 60 days free!

00:00 From Biotech to Preschool: A Unique Journey

04:41 The Importance of Connection in Teaching and Management

07:42 Navigating Parenting: The Balance of Support and Independence

10:37 The Necessity of Experiencing Pain for Growth

13:43 Transitioning Careers: The Leap into Entrepreneurship

16:42 Building a Business: Addressing the Teacher Shortage

19:39 Creating a New Model for Teacher Recruitment

22:36 The Challenges of Staffing in Preschools

25:41 Revolutionizing Substitute Teaching

28:34 The Future of Preschool Staffing Solutions

34:39 Creating Better Days for Kids and Teachers

36:34 The Importance of Ratio Staffing

38:23 Streamlining the Hiring Process

40:07 Cost-Effective Staffing Solutions

41:37 Empowering Teachers to Take Time Off

43:11 Fostering Respect and Support for Educators

45:13 Choosing the Right Preschool

48:28 Key Indicators of a Quality Preschool

54:08 Identifying Red Flags in Preschools

58:33 Advice for Aspiring Preschool Teachers

01:03:27 Outro

This week I was lucky enough to sit down with the host of Unleashed Success podcast Corey Corpodian. We chat about his upcoming book, I AM: Animal Affirmations and how dads can use affirmations, mindset, and self-talk to help their kids grow emotionally strong and confident.

Learn how small daily habits can unleash success for both you and your children.

If you are looking for Corey's book check HERE

00:00 From Orthodontist to Entrepreneur: A Personal Journey

05:28 The Birth of a Book: Empowering Children Through Stories

08:12 Building Emotional Intelligence: The Role of Affirmations

11:15 The Power of Visualization in Parenting

14:28 Creating a Positive Environment for Kids

17:17 The Importance of Parental Involvement in Emotional Development

20:12 Leading by Example: The Journey of Self-Improvement

29:07 The Importance of Energy in Parenting

32:48 Power Poses and Emotional Fitness

36:55 Asking Generative Questions for Better Parenting

39:09 The First Step in Action and Leadership

42:47 Leading by Example for Future Generations

46:38 Affirmations for Dads: Courage and Love

49:38 Outro

This week I sit down with author Patton Dodd to talk about his powerful memoir "The Father You Get"

Patton shares the deeply personal story behind the book, exploring faith, family, fatherhood and the ways our past shapes who we become as parents.

It's an honest, moving conversation about healing, forgiveness, and learning to show up for the next generation with greater intention.

The Father You Get

00:00 The Journey to Writing a Memoir

03:51 Reflections on Fatherhood and Personal Growth

07:03 Understanding the Impact of a Father's Absence

09:50 The Importance of Vulnerability in Parenting

12:51 Finding Father Figures and Mentorship

15:54 Learning from Life Experiences and Community

18:56 Parental Humility and Building Trust with Children

29:23 The Complexity of Father-Son Relationships

30:43 Uncovering Family Secrets

34:52 Understanding the Past to Heal the Present

36:53 Breaking the Cycle of Trauma

40:06 The Power of Reflection and Conversation

43:52 Finding Silence in a Noisy World

46:51 The Fight Against Digital Distraction

47:54 Sharing Your Story for Healing

54:43 Outro

This week I sit down with author Dr. Kate Lund as she explains how to build resiliency in our children and also in ourselves.

Kate understands the difficulties facing parents today and has written and spoke about how to weave through them with sustainable strategies.

If you would like to get any of Dr. Kate's books or hear more from here please check out her website HERE

00:00 Dr. Kate's Journey: From Patient to Psychologist

03:34 Building Resilience in Children and Parents

06:48 Navigating Parenting Challenges: The Role of Resilience

09:39 The Importance of Modeling Mistakes

12:50 Earning and Delayed Gratification in Parenting

15:43 Finding Balance: Hard Work vs. Passion

18:47 Supporting Children in Sports and Social Situations

21:37 Addressing Emotional Buildup in Children

30:21 Navigating Parenting Challenges

32:58 Building Resilience in Parenting

37:33 Managing Stress Responses

41:13 Embracing Flexibility in Parenting

45:13 Celebrating Positive Moments

52:24 Key Takeaways for Parents

54:01 Outro

This week I dive into how to be more productive with your remote work with Steven Puri.

Steven is the cofounder of The Sukha Company where he runs a community of 34,000 productivity-minded people.

The Sukha Company helps people focus on their work in ways that benefit them, be more productive and allow them more time to spend with there families!

Steven comes from Dreamworks and 20th Century Fox, and has incredible stories of his time there in this episode as well!

If you would like to check out the Sukha App click HERE

00:00 Navigating Work-Life Balance at Home

08:11 Creating Effective Workspaces

14:03 Harnessing Flow States for Productivity

20:10 The Power of Music and Sound in Focus

26:13 Real-Life Success Stories and Lessons Learned

30:00 The Power of Smell and Memory

31:40 Rocky: The Underdog Story

34:16 Breaking Hollywood Norms in Storytelling

38:42 The Unconventional Hero: Raiders of the Lost Ark

41:36 Collaboration and Idea Sharing in Creative Work

47:46 Balancing Work and Family Life

50:25 Understanding Your Chronotype for Productivity

53:24 The Cost of Convenience: A Reflection on Time and Life

56:54 The Legacy of Our Choices: Social Media and Life's Purpose

01:02:21 Finding Purpose: The Birth of Sukha and Its Mission

01:07:40 The Value of Time: Prioritizing Family Over Work

01:13:47 Advice for New Dads: Maximizing Time with Family

01:14:51 Outro 

It is The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood because it is not a destination but a journey of always bettering ourselves as fathers and husbands!

This week Larry Hagner of The Dad Edge was nice enough to take time away from his own podcast, fathering his 4 boys, husband duties, and authoring of his book to speak with us about what it means to pursue a legendary fatherhood.

Larry is a force in the father world with 10 years worth of work in this field under his belt, he knows a thing or two because he's seen a thing or two!

If you'd like to hear more from Larry please check out his website HERE

If you would like to order his newest book The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood you can do that HERE

If you order his book in September he will toss in two of his courses as well. The two courses are Creating More Patience and Creating An Extraordinary Marriage both of which are incredible tools!

00:00 The Busy Life of a Dad

07:15 Embracing Fatherhood Beyond Financial Support

10:09 The Evolution of Fatherhood

13:24 Building Emotional Intelligence in Kids

16:23 The Importance of Parental Presence

19:18 Creating Safe Spaces for Communication

22:17 Learning from Our Children

25:21 The Journey of Parenting and Self-Reflection

33:51 Creating Psychological Safety in Parenting

35:08 Effective Communication with Kids

36:59 Encouraging Open Dialogue about Failures

41:12 Building Self-Confidence through Problem Solving

44:49 The Importance of Emotional Safety

50:32 Navigating Dark Times Together

54:03 The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood

01:02:47 Outro

"Never assume connection with your kid."

-Todd Sarner

I was able to have an enlightening chat with Todd Sarner this week on the podcast. Todd explains secure attachment between us and our children and how it is the foundation upon which the rest of parenting is built. As long as our children feel secure to come to us, then we are doing a good job.

If you would like to get in touch with Todd to work with him or hear more about what he does, please check him out HERE

Or check out his YouTube Channel HERE

Coming in hot this week folks!!!!

I just finished reading The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, and I have to say, it has me worried and nervous about the future of technology and social media as my son grows up in this new era of possibilities...

Luckily for us, Jonathan has done all the work already and figured out what the main issues may be and how to combat them.

This episode is me sending up the Bat Signal so as to get as many people on board with this line of thinking as possible.

I have to preface, I am no expert in any of this. Just a dad that feels very strongly about this topic. That being said, take this with a grain of salt, and look into it for yourselves to come to your own conclusions!

Improvement > Perfection

This week I get to have a conversation with Cecily May who is also known as The Embodied Parent Coach.

Together, we explore:

- The importance of Self-Reflection in Parenting

- The role of repair as parents

- The CARE Method

- Understanding our own triggers

- The challenges of parenting

If you're a parent, we're talking to you! Today's episode will leave you feeling more inspired and confident that you got this!

For more from Cecily click HERE

To follow her on Instagram click HERE

00:00 Introduction to Parenting Conversations

02:49 Cecily's Journey into Parenting Education

08:23 The Importance of Self-Reflection in Parenting

13:28 The Role of Repair in Parenting

15:01 Understanding the CARE Method

19:37 Empowerment through the CARE Method

22:00 Navigating Mistakes and Growth in Parenting

25:33 The Blame Framework in Parenting

30:22 Reflections on Parenting and Self-Discovery

33:10 Understanding Triggers and Activations in Parenting

35:44 The Importance of Communication and Modeling

39:45 Navigating Transitions and Uncertainties

43:43 The Challenges of Modern Parenting

47:21 Curiosity and Individuality in Parenting

55:02 Addressing Common Parenting Challenges

55:43 Understanding Connection in Parenting

59:57 Navigating Developmental Milestones

01:02:41 Managing Activity Transitions

01:08:11 Tackling Bedtime Routines

01:15:43 The Importance of Repair in Parenting

01:17:03 Outro

You don't get to episode 100 without starting with the first one.

Two and a half years ago this logic convinced me to do the first episode. Now, I have finally made it to episode 100!!!

This week I speak about what the last 100 episodes have meant to me and I also speak with my 6 year old son and my wife!

Sit back and enjoy this week's 100th episode extravaganza!!!