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Work, Family, and Finances: The Crossroads for the “Sandwich Generation”

Sandwich generation caregivers juggle caring for both children and aging parents while maintaining careers. Companies can ease the burden with flexible policies, paid leave, and supportive workplace programs.

A Conversation For My Daughters

Election night was my turn to put our 7yo daughter to bed. My wife and I trade off, just as we did with our other two daughters until…

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…

Letting Your Child Win vs. Teaching Them How to Lose

Playing games with your kids comes with an unexpected parenting decision: do you let them win, or teach them how to lose? A dad reflects on finding the balance that builds confidence, resilience, and grace.

Why Taking a Pause To Reflect Is Good For Our Kids

Let’s enjoy good moments. It’s not something I do well. At least not for myself. I’m a great enjoyer of the wins, big and small, of my wife…

Lead Dad in Denial

Halloween is a day of dressing up as something you’re not – whether that’s silly, scary or something in between. Yet too many Lead Dads…

How Do You Talk To Your Kids About Money?

Why don’t parents talk more about personal finance with their children? You talk to them about all the ways to keep them safe – dating…

WSJ Story About The Rise of Lead Dads on Wall Street

Three years ago, I stepped away from my dream job, writing the Wealth Matters column in The New York Times, with an idea to start a media…

“Can I Do This?,” The Expecting Dad Asks – Donnie DeSanti

“Can I do this? What’s the responsibility? Is it going to change my life?” Those were questions that Donnie DeSanti, our Lead Dad of the…

Dad Lessons From a First Job – Louis Chabrier

First jobs shape you and Louis Chabrier, our Lead Dad of the Week, credits his was making him an involved parent. Right out of college, he…

What If Video Games Aren’t Killing Your Kids’ Minds?

There are outdoor sports like football, soccer and tennis. And there are eSports like Fortnite and League of Legends. As parents, should…

Why Your Corporate Wellness Program May Not Exist

If no money is put behind a corporate wellness program, does it exist? It’s a question people (like me) working with companies to change…

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