Friendship
Why Community Matters for Dads
I got an email from a conference I attended two weeks ago that prompted me to think about the most important takeaway from that day…
Read moreHow to Write the Best (and Worst) Dad Jokes
Writing a good joke is hard to do. Writing a good dad joke is even harder. Why? Because you have to walk a thin line between funny and…
Read moreWhy Old Friends Matter For Fathers
Every year for the past two decades, I’ve had lunch with my closest friends from high school. It’s never not happened, but this year I was nearly the guy to ruin it. I postponed it twice for work and childcare reasons. My wife thought I was crazy for s …
Read more5 Reasons Why Schools Need Dad Events
Here’s a story about a working parent’s journey from awareness to frustration to complaint (with a detour into unproductive grumbling) and…
Read moreIf You’re a Lead Dad, Embrace It
Here’s some weekend advice for dads: err on the side of honesty and embrace what you’re doing. In this chopped-up week of work, relax…
Read moreOne Hollywood Show Is Getting Dads Right
What’s the popular portrayal of a working dad? Not great – and not realistic. But there’s a TV show that’s changing it – by putting a Lead…
Read moreSpending Time With Lead Dad One: The Key Man in Our Story
The Lead Dad of the Week is my favorite feature on The Company of Dads. It highlights the incredible diversity of Lead Dads – men who are…
Read moreWho You Calling Mr. Sorenstam? That’s Mr. Annika to you!
Fathers Are in a Friendship Crisis. Here are 3 Tips to End It. Are we fathers in a friendship crisis? After speaking with Bruce Feiler, I…
Read more3 Ways to End the Friendship Crisis for Fathers
Fathers Are in a Friendship Crisis. Here are 3 Tips to End It. Are we fathers in a friendship crisis? After speaking with Bruce Feiler, I…
Read more5 Time Management Strategies from World Expert Dr. Whillans
Dr. Ashley Whillans is one of the most impressive people I’ve ever interviewed. Her journey from the actress giving Juno the stink eye to…
Read moreEncouraging a Different Perspective
Here’s a bit of solid advice I learned while traveling through Europe recently with my wife and 2 kids: always look for ways to let them…
Read moreThe Advice Lead Dads Need
And the simple reminder to prevent us from doing it. Mistakes, I’ve made a few – at home, at work, with my wife, my kids. Lead Dad doesn’t…
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