Michael Simmon-Pappadakos - Adversity & Fatherhood

Send us Fan MailToday's episode only happens thanks to the team at Tri-State TechServe Alliance.  Roughly a year ago, I met Michael Papadakos from RedStream Technology, as he attended a keynote I delivered for sales professionals.  I also must thank Sioux Logan for sending Michael to this event.In this episode, he shares his journey from a Marine Corps veteran to intentional fatherhood, revealing how his extraordinary family history and global experiences shape his approach to raising grounded, resilient children.• Mother was born in a Berlin bomb shelter in 1945 during wartime chaos• Lost his father at age 4, navigated childhood with a single mother• Joined the Marine Corps at 21, seeking structure and discipline• Traveled extensively during military service, including France, Egypt, and Burundi• Teaches his children kindness, gratitude, delayed gratification, and curiosity• Balances high expectations with understanding what kids genuinely need• Believes in showing compassion while not tolerating trivial complaints• Values building connections through shared activities and open communication• Coaches basketball despite not being an expert, emphasizing effort over outcomes• Founder of Leathernecks in Tech, a networking group for Marines working in technologySupport the showPlease don't forget to leave us a review wherever you consume your podcasts!  Please help us get more dads to listen weekly and become the ultimate leader of their homes!