S6 E7 The Company of Dads with Paul Sullivan

Listen in as I chat with Paul Sullivan, founder of the Company of Dads, about the evolving role of fathers in caregiving and the importance of lead dads in both family and workplacedynamics. We discuss the challenges and societal perceptions surrounding lead dads, the impact of their involvement on family life, and how organizations can better support working parents. Paul shares personal stories and insights on building a community for dads, the significance of inclusive workplace policies, and the ripple effect of positiveleadership in corporate culture.Connect here:Instagram: @thecompanyofdadsFacebook: The Company of DadsLinkedIn: The Company of Dads https://thecompanyofdads.com/ Signup for the newsletter, The Dad - https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/TakeawaysThe term 'lead dad' refers to the go-to parent, supporting their partner and advocating for working moms.There are approximately 25 million lead dads in the U.S., representing a significant portion of fathers.Lead dads help break down gender stereotypes in caregiving roles.The Company of Dads aims to provide resources and community support for dads.Corporate culture can be positively impacted by inclusive policies for working parents.Men often feel pressure not to take parental leave due to workplace stigma.Creating a community for dads can help them share experiences and support each other.Lead dads can play a crucial role in family dynamics, especially during challenging times.Companies should consider forming caregiver groups to foster inclusivity.The impact of lead dads extends beyond parenting to workplace culture and employee retention.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Company of Dads05:10 Understanding the Role of Lead Dads10:37 Personal Experiences with Lead Dads16:48 Community and Resources for Dads19:46 Impact Stories from the Company of Dads20:16 The Challenge of Inclusion for Dads23:11 Empowering Change Through Community Engagement27:06 Understanding the Role of Lead Dads30:05 Caring for Aging Parents: A New Perspective32:28 Learning and Development Insights from Lead Dads  #LeadDads #FamilyBalance #CareerAndFamily#WorkLifeIntegration #GenderEquality #ParentingRoles #SupportiveCommunities #ModernFatherhood #WorkplaceCulture #PodcastEpisode#ifyouaskbetty#ifyouaskbettypodcast