Joe Hawn, CEO - From High-Intensity Leader to Intentional Dad: What Changed at Home

Send us Fan MailA lot of dads know how to win at work and still feel like they’re losing time at home. I sit down with Joe Hawn, CEO of Grandview Tech, to talk about what happens when a high-intensity, goal-driven life collides with bedtime books, bath time, and two little boys who just want you on the floor with them. Joe gets real about the inner shift that fatherhood forces, from chasing “I’ll be happy when” milestones to learning how to be present today.We go back to Joe’s upbringing as one of six kids and the lessons his parents instilled in him early, including the mantra “earn it to burn it,” learning the value of a dollar, and building habits around giving, saving, and spending. From there, we dig into modern parenting challenges like emotional regulation after a stressful day, the power of a shutdown ritual, and how humility and vulnerability can be strengths for dads who lead teams and carry pressure.We also talk about creating family core values that actually guide decisions, why stewardship and generosity matter, and how to teach kids through consistent, memorable actions. Joe shares practical ideas, including using AI tools like ChatGPT to craft value-based bedtime stories, while we both agree that technology can’t replace the human work of connection. If you want actionable insights on intentional fatherhood, work-life balance for dads, family values, and leadership at home, hit play, then subscribe, share with another dad, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.The Fivecoat Consulting GroupThe Fivecoat Consulting Group is led by retired Army Colonel David Fivecoat! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support 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!