Jun 19 2024 40 mins
In this episode of Chatabout Children, Sonia Bestulic welcomes Paul Sullivan, to discuss his insights on this special Raising Empowered Humans series.
Paul is the:
- Founder of The Company of Dads, a platform dedicated to creating a community for lead dads.
- Former writer of the Wealth Matters column in the New York Times.
- Author of two books: Clutch: Why Some People Excel Under Pressure and Others Don't and The Thin Green Line: The Money Secrets of the Super Wealthy.
So sit back and enjoy this episode of the Chatabout Children Podcast.
Empowering Moments
Paul Sullivan's Journey:
- Transition from journalist to founder of The Company of Dads.
- The ‘accidental’ path that led him to this new venture.
- The challenge and fulfillment of becoming a lead dad and starting a platform for others in similar roles.
The Company of Dads:
- Launched in 2022 with a mission to support lead dads and help families fulfill their full potential.
- Focuses on media, community, and workplace education.
- Explores the unique challenges and rewards of building a supportive community for lead dads.
Balancing Professional and Personal Life:
- Sullivan's experience managing career transitions and family responsibilities.
- The importance of modeling balanced, empowered behavior for his children.
- Strategies for maintaining family harmony and fulfilling professional commitments.
Impact on Family:
- Lessons his daughters learned from observing their parents' entrepreneurial journeys.
- Emphasizing the unpredictability and resilience required in both business and personal life.
Challenges and Triumphs:
- Overcoming initial setbacks and financial challenges.
- The importance of perseverance and adapting to changing circumstances.
- Building credibility and support for The Company of Dads.
Words of Wealth Wisdom:
- Paul shares key insights from his book; The Money Secrets of the Super Wealthy
- Paul shares some truths about money, and the importance of empowered choices when it comes to instilling money values within the family
Future Vision:
- Continuing to grow the platform and expand its impact.
- Encouraging businesses to adopt more inclusive and supportive policies for caregivers.
- Sharing insights and experiences to inspire other lead dads and families.
Final Take Home message from Paul Sullivan:
- Embrace the journey of raising empowered humans both at home and in the community, opening to the significance of vulnerability and authenticity in leadership and parenting.
Join the Paul’s Community: Follow The Company of Dads for more resources and support.
Contact Information:
- Host: Sonia Bestulic - www.soniabestulic.com
- Guest: Paul Sullivan - The Company of Dads
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