What Constant School Disruption Taught Me
After a winter full of snow days, sick kids, and school disruptions, one working dad reflects on burnout, perspective, and why the big family moments matter more than the missed productivity.
Lou Holtz: A Pre-Fatherhood Memory
Getting a book blurb from a legendary coach felt like a dream – until a publisher explained how the endorsement actually happened. It was a quick but unforgettable lesson in publishing reality.
New Feature: Notes from the Book Journey
Snow days expose the central tension of working parenthood: the illusion that we control our schedules. A Lead Dad reflects on caregiving, work, and the need for a cultural “CareDay.”
What Happens When Paternity Leave is Exploited for Profit?
Paid parental leave is a must – but does leveraging it for sales goals or compensation gains cross a line? A thoughtful look at modern paternity leave norms.
What I Learned From Two Weeks Off
What happens when working parents truly stop working? One Lead Dad reflects on rest, family time, and what slowing down revealed.
Why You Should Take Your Kids to Work Any Day
On the eve of her birthday, my daughter came to work with me at the Today Show. From exploring the studio to spotting Al Roker’s jacket, it became a Thanksgiving memory we’ll never forget.