Lessons in Parenting Leadership with Tim Meuchel

In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Tim Meuchel. We hit on a bunch of topics, ranging from what it means to show up for your family during adversity and how your kids see you during these times; to lessons in parenting leadership, and understanding when it makes the most sense to take a step back and not be in control all of the time. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Scheduling personal first, and everything else next Handling seasons of adversity for fathers Why the movie Instant Family was a huge hit When leaders (dads) need to step back The importance of defining terms with kids QUOTE "Life is MESSY, life is HARD, and sometimes you just have to step back and look at what you have, instead of what you don't." - Tim Meuchel "You are your own worst critique" - Tim Meuchel "I have to tell myself sometimes that I'm their PARENT not their FRIEND" - Tim Meuchel PEOPLE MENTIONED MJ DeMarco Tony Robbins EPISODE RESOURCES The10Factor.com Follow on Twitter, Insta, Facebook Instant Family The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco ABOUT THE GUEST Tim Meuchel is the creator, best selling author, and podcast host of The 10 Factor. He's a graduate engineer from Virginia Tech, and spent 12 years in the private sector managing large commercial construction projects from coast-to-coast for a 100-year old company. Tim's plan from day 1 was to retire with that company until a series of events several years later led him to start considering other options. Tim kept his job but started discussing an exit strategy with his wife and circle of influence. These discussions continued for several more years until eventually he secured a contractor's license and started a side business in 2007. ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. The Front Row Dads brotherhood is changing that. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home. JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP Join the Front Row Dads private Facebook community so you can ask questions, share ideas, and be part of a supportive group of incredible brothers who help one another navigate the role of marriage and fatherhood.\   JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD Learn about what's included in your Front Row Dads membership here. LEAVE A REVIEW If you've listened to multiple Front Row Dads interviews and get value from the show, we'd love your support! Leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts only takes a minute, and in turn, it allows us to rank higher and become discovered by other Dads, just like you. Visit FrontRowDads.com/review and tell others what you think about the show! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Host Jon Vroman asks the big question, uncovers true stories and practical strategies to win as a parent (and husband).  Digging up the tips, habits, routine and rituals that help men be a better dad/father and also win in marriage, parenting, health, finance while balancing the hundreds a full calendar.  It's easy for a dad to say that family matters most, but feels guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. Front Row Dads is changing that. We help you raise awesome kids, and improve your marriage.  We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. For those looking for dad advice, and tips to thrive in fatherhood, it's all at FrontRowDads.com/subscribe [read more] Disclaimer: The transcription you're about to read was produced digitally. It's 95% accurate, however at times, the system interprets words incorrectly, so if you're shrugging your shoulders saying, "What the heck?" — just skip that word/sentence and read on :) Thanks and happy reading 169 - Lessons in Parenting Leadership with Tim Meuchel[/read]