Engaged Fatherhood: Lessons Learned from Experience

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Summary
In this conversation, Steve Baumgartner reflects on the importance of family and shares lessons he has learned as a father. He emphasizes the need for patience and grace when dealing with children and the importance of leading by example. Steve also discusses the value of giving children agency and the importance of showing humility and letting go. He concludes by highlighting the applicability of these lessons to leadership in various contexts.
Takeaways
Patience and grace are essential when dealing with children.
Leading by example is more effective than just telling children what to do.
Giving children agency helps them develop decision-making skills.
Showing humility and letting go of anger and annoyances are important for healthy relationships.
Consistency in schedules and behaviors is key to creating a stable environment.
The lessons learned in fatherhood can be applied to leadership in various contexts.
Chapters
01:58 Introduction
03:24 Importance of Family
07:26 Patience and Grace
09:26 Leading by Example
11:06 Giving Children Agency
13:57 Showing Humility
14:36 Letting Go
16:15 Consistency
18:03 Applicability to Leadership

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