Welcome to Episode Nine with Mike Faulhaber

(Mike’s Dad Stats: Two Boys, Three Girls, ages 15 to 29, two biological and three step children.)

My friendship with Mike has spanned nearly 20 years, beginning with us both joining the same recruiting class for the financial services firm called Northwestern Mutual. The nature of the industry and the role as a financial representative had us in the trenches of cold calling, sales, advisory, business building, constant rejection, and a daily grind that was needed to deliver on the high expectations of clients and supervisors.

It was in that arena, which was at times very rewarding, at times overwhelming, and undoubtedly a formidable experience for us both, that we developed a great friendship. Shared misery and shared visions of profound success will do that to a few young bucks. What I’ve loved about Mike is that nearly every time we see each other or talk on the phone, he has this funny little saying, which he declares with a smile on his face, “Dave Momper, you are my hero!” This is obviously very generous of Mike to say to me, and a playful habit we developed early on, but it dawned on me that it represents exactly who Mike is; Mike is rooting everyone on, and doing so all the time. Mike is an extractor of greatness and potential, and he doesn’t hesitate to showcase what he sees in you so you can see it too. If you are lucky enough to work with him, have him as your financial advisor, or just be acquainted, it comes with the territory that Mike truly thinks you are unstoppable, that you can achieve great heights, and that he has your back in that very pursuit.

You’ll learn in our conversation all the different skill sets, credentials, and the ethos that Mike has obtained over the years to be a champion for his family, for himself, for his clients and for the community around him.

Here are 10 big themes that we explore on Episode Eight of WHOA DAD! GO DAD!:

1. Fatherhood Journey: How does embracing the challenges of fatherhood transform a man's perspective on life and himself?

2. Professional Growth and Development: In what ways can a career in the financial services industry serve as a platform for profound personal and professional growth?

3. Mindset and Personal Development: How does shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset catalyze success and fulfillment in both professional life and parenting?

4. Impact of Early Experiences: What role do early career choices and military service play in shaping one's resilience and approach to challenges later in life?

5. Value of Lifelong Learning: Why is the commitment to lifelong learning and self-improvement critical for navigating the complexities of modern life and work?

6. Coaching and Leadership: How does taking on a coaching role, whether in a professional setting or within the family, redefine leadership and influence?

7. Navigating Change and Adversity: What lessons do personal adversities and professional challenges teach about growth, resilience, and the human spirit?

8. Family Dynamics and Blended Families: How do the dynamics of divorce, remarriage, and blending families contribute to a richer, though more complex, understanding of love and relationships?

9. Intentionality in Life and Parenting: How does living and parenting with intentionality shape the legacy one leaves behind?

10. Legacy and Impact: What does it mean to build a legacy through actions and values, and how can one ensure their impact resonates with future generations?

Connect with Mike on Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikefaulhaber/

Enjoy!

-Dave Momper

Leadership Coach and Brand New Dad

www.thrivalconcepts.com

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