In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Patrick Dendy, a former professional athlete turned financial advisor. Patrick shares how his background in sports shaped his grit, patience, and mindset—and how those lessons now guide his work in helping families, especially dads, secure their financial futures.

Patrick opens up about the challenges of balancing family life with business, the importance of role modeling for his children, and why soaking in life’s fleeting moments matters more than chasing every career milestone. He also shares his belief in free thinking, financial literacy, and enjoying life while planning for the future.

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Key Takeaways

Patrick’s journey from pro athlete to financial advisor

Sports taught him perseverance, grit, and patience

Family time always takes priority over business commitments

Childhood is fleeting—be present and soak it in

Role modeling matters more than lectures in parenting

Financial literacy is a core value he teaches his daughters

Parallels between sports and business leadership

Golf as both an outlet and a way to build relationships

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