As dads, most of us know that communication matters at home, at work, in your business, and in the community. But what sets effective leaders apart from the pack is the ability to communicate clearly. As leaders of our homes and other circles, it’s critical to learn how to communicate effectively to avoid being an outlet of frustration to the people around us.

But clear communication isn’t just about getting the message across in any form. It’s also about being intentional about the way we respond.

As emotional human beings, we do have the tendency to react instead of responding. Some focus on the problem too much instead of paving a path towards a solution. Some also fall into the trap of providing every solution possible instead of empowering others to come up with solutions on their own. 

In this episode, discover ways how to communicate clearly and effectively so that others around you will be inspired to take ownership and be empowered to come up with solutions. 

“It’s harder to ask questions than it is to give answers.” - Cam Hall

In This Episode:

• Learn how emotions can impact the way people communicate with others
• Learn why communication matters at home, in business, and in the community
• Discover how poor communication can make you an outlet for frustration
• Learn the value of encouraging others to come up with their own solutions
• Find out why it’s better to ask questions than give answers
• Learn how to shift from reacting to responding
• Learn the difference between focusing on problems and focusing on solutions
• Discover how clear communication inspires ownership
• Learn Cam’s three-layer filter for identifying if your communication strategies are creating ownership
• ...and more!

Resources mentioned:

• Quiet Leadership: Six Steps to Transforming Performance at Work

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
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• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

Many people think that success only comes to those who are presented with unique opportunities early in life. They believe that you inherit the quality of life you witnessed growing up, which means that if you were born poor, you would probably stay poor, too. But Travis and his family proved that it’s always about choice. His dad chose to create opportunities for himself to break away from the poverty he was born into. 

Travis did the same and is now intentional about showing the same power to his kids — that they can always make the right choices to achieve the life that they want. He spent his entire life preparing for a career that he later realized he didn’t really want and decided to harness the natural gifts he had to answer an entirely different calling he didn’t realize he had.

Tune in to this episode to learn more about how to honor the unique gifts you were given and take the right risks so that you can achieve the life you never thought was possible. 

“You’re gonna learn more and be more fulfilled and happy in the pursuit of your dreams than you are in the absence of the pursuit, even if you don’t accomplish them. So why not pursue them to begin with?” - Travis Chappell

In This Episode:

• Travis shared about how he developed his entrepreneurial nature at a young age
• Discover the value of choosing to create the kind of life you desire regardless of background
• Learn the value of finding your “this is me” moment and following through on it
• Find out why it’s important to have a list of non-negotiables when you’re looking for the thing you want to do in life
• Learn to be intentional about adopting the good habits and traditions that you learn from your parents and mentors despite differences in opinion
• Learn the value of showing your kids that they can do anything they aspire to do based  on your own example
• ...and more!

Resource Mentioned:

• Full Time Creator Mastermind™ 

Connect with Travis Chappell:

• Website    
• Instagram 
• Twitter
• Facebook

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
• Facebook
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• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

AC has been a single father for 15 years and understands the daily struggles that single parents like him deal with. Though society has these stereotypes about dads raising their kids on their own, he became intentional in moving away from the status quo by being intentional in pouring his heart into fatherhood and being as present as he could to his kids.

Because of all the lessons he learned throughout his journey of being a single parent, he realized that many other single dads are out there looking for inspiration. He knew they were looking for people to connect with, but knowing how men work, he also knew that their instinct is usually to disconnect and distract themselves when things get tough.

That’s why AC decided to make it his life mission not just to be a great dad to his kids but also to help other single dads thrive in their own journeys. 

Tune in to this episode to learn more about how to hurdle through the challenges of heading a single-parent household while finding ways to inspire and connect in the process. 

“There’s always seasons of distress. There’s always challenges along the way. The more prepared you are for those and the more you have that love for that person in your life and the more you pour into them, the more it comes full circle. Your needs eventually get met.” - Adam ‘AC’ Sutton

In This Episode:

• AC talks about how he became a single father and the lessons he learned along the way
• Learn about the importance of processing your feelings instead of pushing them down
• Discover the value of helping your children through their pain
• Find out what single dads’ most common needs are
• Discover the importance of self-love and self-growth, especially for men who are looking for genuine connections
• Find out about the layers of emotion that single dads often have to deal with
• Learn the value of putting up and enforcing boundaries
• ...and more!

Connect with Adam Sutton:

• Website
• Email - [email protected] 

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
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• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

Consistency is one of the biggest things men struggle with, especially when they have big goals in mind. So many men start new habits, optimistic about the end goal, only to fall short of their own expectations and feel like they’re back to square one.

For Adrian Del Monte, there are only two things you need to remember when it comes to consistency and growth – your vision of where you want to be and intentionally checking on every step to see if it’s part of the plan to get you there.

The journey is often long, and there will be a few blocks along the way. You might start comparing yourself to an Instagram dad who seems to have a perfect life, or you might miss out on building a good system that aligns with your purpose. But as long as your vision is clear, there are ways to stay strong and consistent to get to where you want to be.

Tune in to this episode to learn more about how to achieve growth through consistency. 

“Growth involves two things – a vision of where you want to be and then asking yourself daily, ‘Are the things I’m doing right now the things that are gonna get me there?’.” - Adrian Del Monte

In This Episode:

• Adrian talks about how hard it is for a lot of men to stay consistent
• Understand the impact of quitting old habits cold turkey versus being consistent about it over time
• Learn the importance of having a system in place as you build new habits
• Find out the real value of having a vision of the future self you want to become
• Discover the role that one’s identity plays in being a strong husband and father
• Learn the value of healthy comparison in forming a vision of who you can be
• ...and more!

Resources:

• Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
• The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success
• The Vince Del Monte Podcast

Connect with Adrian Del Monte:

• Website  
• Instagram 
• Facebook

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

Are you dragging the weight of unresolved emotional scars from your father, hindering your journey to greatness? You're not alone. Many carry these hidden wounds, but it's never too late to heal and unlock your heroic potential.

Enter Dave Novak, a former pastor and a lifelong seeker of wisdom, who's on a revolutionary mission to mend hearts and families fractured by father wounds. After leaving the church he co-founded 15 years ago, Dave now collaborates with congregations nationwide, unlocking the dormant hero in men held captive by their past.

“...Our kids want us to be heroes. They already look at us like that. Let’s get better as Fathers so that we could be exactly what they desire. The truth of the matter is that all the men out there, all the dads, we have it within us to be that hero.” - Dave Novak

Tune in, break the chain, and become the hero you were always meant to be. Because your best self isn't just your gift to you—it’s a gift to your kid…and, it's your legacy for generations to come.

Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:

• Dave talks about his new mission of helping people heal their father wounds
• Hear about different perspectives in growing up as a pastor’s kid
• Learn the value of knowing that you can’t change others, but you can change yourself
• Discover the triggers showing that someone has dad wounds
• Learn how to start doing the inner work that helps resolve dad issues
• Understand the work that comes with forgiveness
• ...and more!

Resources:

• No More Dad Issues: Discover Healing and Freedom from Unresolved Hurts and Frustration with Your Dad

Connect with Dave Novak:

• Website  
• F2 Project

More About Dads Making A Difference

Engage with us at www.dmdmastermind.com and on Instagram @DadsMakingADifference

Are you an entrepreneurial father on a mission to help other men change their lives? If you have a business, blog, service, or even an idea that could lead other men into becoming more present, healthy, strong, confident, wealthy, and passionate fathers…

You may be a fit for The DMD!

The DMD is collectively tackling a pervasive issue facing fathers today. Society has, unfortunately, caricatured the role of the "Dad" into a series of jokes and stereotypes. 

We refuse to accept the assortment of Dad Bods, Dad Jokes, and Deadbeat Dads portrayed in the media.

Our mastermind is a haven for resilient men—men of depth and dimension. You're already remarkable, but here, we believe there's always more room for growth, and it’s better when done collectively.

Finding a network of dedicated, successful men who also prioritize family can be a challenge. Sound like you? You're exactly who we're looking for.

Within The DMD, you'll find other fathers who are committed to showing up for each other, sharing invaluable resources, doing business together, and collectively elevating the standard of fatherhood. Our core values guide us every step of the way.

If you’re here, it’s because you’re hungry for personal and familial growth. Podcasts are an excellent starting point, but when you're prepared to actively engage and contribute to the conversation, The DMD community eagerly awaits you.

One Last Note…

Has our podcast made an impact in your life? Your feedback is crucial to us. Please spare a minute to leave a review and let us know how we're doing. It really does make a difference.

Connect with Cam Hall:

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• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

Society has often taught men to bury their feelings and to toughen up through adversity. While this leads to valuable lessons on grit and resilience, these buried feelings become unresolved issues; these unresolved issues turn into deep wounds that impact how we live life.

Ryan, a performance coach and business consultant, saw the same pattern in most of the men he worked with. The constant need to upgrade and upskill has driven them to steer away from who they truly are and become someone they’re not.

That’s why Ryan knew that he had to share this with the world – that everything we need to be truly great has always been inside of us. We just need to stay authentic and work through the wounds so that we can have a different perspective on the path that we have to take.

Tune in to this episode to learn how addressing our wounds can unlock the greatness within us so that we can live the amazing lives that we’re meant to have. 

“I’m not perfect. I have a lot of room to grow and learn, and there are things I need to add. But ultimately, the potential to achieve what I’ve been created to achieve is all here.” - Ryan Miller

In This Episode:

• Ryan talks about his mission of helping people find and refine what’s already inside them to achieve their goals
• Discover the importance of acknowledging that we don’t always have it all together
• Understand how buried unresolved issues could stop you from reaching your goals
• Get a peek at what the wounds analysis framework is all about
• ...and more!

Resources:

• Wounds by Ryan James Miller
• How Authenticity Builds the Foundation of Fatherhood with Ryan James Miller 

Connect with Ryan Miller:

• Website 
• YouTube

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
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• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

Dive into an episode that's more than a story; it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Meet Joshua Brown—a man molded by adversity and trauma, and nurtured by a loving yet struggling single mother. Joshua's early years were full of turmoil, of poor choices, and absent role models, but a wake-up call ignited a transformation.

Now a father and successful entrepreneur, Joshua is a living compass for his family. He's shattered the cycle of hardship, becoming the role model he never had. Through heartfelt family worship and soul-enriching devotions, he's made mindful parenting not just a goal but a mission.

Don't miss this inspiring episode where Joshua delves into how to be an intentional parent, grounded in faith and principles. In his words…

"You can't control what happens, but you can control what you do with what happens." - Joshua Brown

Prepare to be moved, and to see parenting—and life—in a whole new light.

In This Episode:

• Joshua talks about how his mom’s troubled past impacted his life
• Joshua shares about the accident that changed his life and brought him to church
• Understand the need to forgive ourselves
• Learn the impact of letting go of things that do not serve your true purpose
• Discover your role of discipling and catechizing your own kids 
• Learn how to be more intentional in your parenting
• ...and more!

Connect with Joshua Brown:

• Pressure Washing Pastor 
• Facebook 
• YouTube

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

David’s life might seem generally okay. But it wasn’t until he was staring at himself in the mirror on the darkest days of his life, hearing God tell him, “David, I can’t fix this for you,” did he realize that he had to do something different to take control of his path.

David always seemed like the kind of guy who had everything figured out. He had an education scholarship, but he turned it down because he knew it wasn’t the right path for him. He eventually worked at becoming a pastor, but realized that he wasn’t meant to be confined to the four walls of a church. Even when he was young, he also had a lot of things going on – from sports to academics, from ministry work to other extra-curricular activities.

What he only realized later on was that he was filling his life with distractions because he wasn’t living a fulfilling life. He became a good husband, a great provider, and even got the usual things any guy would dream of – from the corner office to an amazing income. It wasn’t until he learned how to hold space to become who he truly wanted to be instead of merely ticking all the boxes of what society saw as success did he truly become happy.

Tune in to this episode to learn how to create your own identity and be the man you want to become to live the fulfilling life you’ve always wanted. 

“You get to decide. You get to commit. You get to become.” - David Waldy

In This Episode:

• David talks about how he carved a path for himself away from what was expected of him
• Find out what kind of impact growing up in a home without affection makes on a child
• Discover the impact of being able to define success from your own perspective, not from society’s
• Find out what happens when you fill up your time with external factors to avoid addressing your internal issues
• Learn the value of understanding the man you want to be and doing everything it takes to be that man
• Learn how to assess what areas of your life you’re unsatisfied with so that you can pave the way to a life you want
• Discover the role that discipline plays in your life
• ...and more!

Resource Mentioned:

• Fierce Empathy Framework
• DMD Mastermind

Connect with David Waldy:

• Website
• Instagram

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

It’s the 70th episode of the Dads Making a Difference podcast and there has been an amazing amount of lessons and learnings. But still, there’s so much more to learn and an endless number of fruitful conversations to have. That’s because as long as there are dads out there who go through their day-to-day on survival mode, the mission never ends.

To continue the mission of helping dads make a difference, Cam lays down 5 simple ways to strengthen your relationship with your child. Because the truth is, no matter how involved and present you are in your children’s lives, there are always more opportunities to make even more impact.

From being more engaged in the things that your kids love to building shared traditions that your kids will cherish forever, you can have deeper relationships with your kids that will make them grow with your guidance, knowing that you have valuable life experiences to share with their own unique experiences in mind.

Tune in to this episode to discover Cam’s tips in building deeper relationships with your kids. 

“I don’t want you to be peopled out. I want you to be able to give the attention you need to the people who matter most.” - Cam Hall

In This Episode:

• Cam talks about the challenges that dads continue to struggle with
• Discover how to build a stronger relationship with your kids
• Think about how you can have deeper experiences with your kids
• Learn the value of being engaged in the things your children love
• Discover how beneficial one-on-one dates with your kids can be for your relationship with your kids
• Learn the importance of active listening
• Find out how to build shared traditions
• Remember the value of being consistent in giving affirmations
• ...and more!

Resources mentioned:

• Share with us your one on one dates with your kids, tag us @dadsmakingadifference on Instagram

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
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• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

Brendan Wall is one of those lucky ones who grew up with great family dynamics. His parents were great examples to him, and he had a close, loving relationship with all of them. So when he got married, he immediately laid out a 5-year plan on how he can give their family stability before they have kids.

But God had other plans for them when he found out his wife was pregnant. Because of the turn of events, he decided that he would speed things up and try his best to achieve his goals in just a year. The problem is, he got stuck trying so hard to provide for his family and reach his goals that he ended up spending more time working. 

Divine intervention came in the form of the pandemic. Stuck at home with his family, he suddenly realized what he was missing. With this newfound realization and a ton of new lessons that this experience taught him, he decided to spread the word through a podcast.

Today, Brendan continues his journey of learning how to be the kind of dad who steps up and does the work needed to give his wife and kids the life they deserve. He especially found the discipline of assessing what things he can control and what he can’t so that he can always be his best self anytime he needs to be.

Tune in to this episode to learn how to be present as a dad living life in faith that God will always have something better and will steer you in the right direction. 

“If we can just get to a place where we’re disciplined enough to control the things that we can control and let enough time go by, we’re gonna be in a much better place than if we don’t.” - Brendan Wall

In This Episode:

• Brendan shares how his carefully laid out 5-year plan was suddenly cut short to just a year
• Find out about how working too hard to provide can quickly turn into disconnecting from home and family
• Learn how Brendan’s passion to share the big lessons about fatherhood that he learned during the pandemic led to what he’s doing now
• Discover the importance of learning how to let go of control and having faith in God’s plan more than our own 
• Discover the value of stewarding your time and being more present in what you’re doing at any given moment
• Learn the value of knowing what you can control and what you can’t control
• Find the importance of just being still sometimes
• Hear some critical tips on how dads can step up and do the actual work they’re called to do
• The value of ownership and accountability as a parent
• ...and more!

Connect with Brendan Wall:

• Website  
• Instagram   
• Apple Podcasts 

Connect with Cam Hall:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Email - [email protected]
• Want to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference