Leadership Lessons Every Girl Dad Needs w/ Chip Scholz

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Daughtered Podcast, I sit down with Chip Scholz, a leadership coach, author of "Small Decisions Big Shifts" & "Every Dog Has Its Day", woodworker, and father of three daughters, for a powerful conversation on fatherhood, leadership, and the quiet weight of being a dad.Chip shares his unique journey into fatherhood, stepping in as a dad to three young girls after their biological father disappeared, and what it taught him about earning influence, not just holding authority.We dive into:• The difference between authority and real leadership• Raising daughters through every stage of life• Why dads struggle with imposter syndrome• “Not forcing the cut” in fatherhood and leadership• Small daily decisions that create big life shifts• Building family values, purpose, and intentional legacy• The tension between career success and being present at homeThis conversation is full of hard-earned wisdom for fathers trying to lead better, love deeper, and show up stronger for their families.Scholz Leadership DevelopmentChip on InstagramBooks:Small Decisions, Big ShiftsEvery Dog Has Its Day00:00 Teenage Girls No Manual00:49 Podcast Welcome And Guest02:32 Chip Stepdad Origin Story05:11 Earning Dad Influence07:40 Teen Years Reality Check10:26 Imposter Syndrome And Roles11:40 Woodworking Leadership Parallel15:55 Holding Space For Each Daughter18:04 Four Games At Home21:53 Systemic Versus Intrinsic Parenting25:49 Bedtime Reality Check26:31 Let Them Talk at Night29:56 Career Grind Regrets32:20 Second Mountain Shift33:40 Adult Daughters Today36:06 Memento Mori Parenting38:33 Values Shape Decisions43:56 Purpose And Character46:12 Books Links And Farewell49:38 Newsletter Call To ActionGuest Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, any organizations, companies, or institutions mentioned, or corporate entities represented by the host.Our aim is to provide a platform for diverse perspectives and open dialogue. While we strive for accuracy and balance, it's important to recognize that opinions may vary. We encourage critical thinking and further exploration of the topics discussed.Proudly Sponsored by Few Will HuntRestoring the dignity of hard work. 100%American-made. Everyone wants to eat. But only few will hunt Support the showCatch up w/ The Daughtered PodcastOscar on InstagramFew Will Hunt. 10% OFF use GIRLDADWant to be a guest on The DAUGHTERED Podcast? Want to collaborate? Send Oscar Pena a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/daughteredpodcast