Best Teacher Tech Studio Podcasts (2025)

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The Library Makers: Sparking Creativity in Elementary Spaces 18:59

12h ago18:59

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Guest Name: Miranda Bailey Guest social media: TheRealMirandaBailey (Instagram), New Making Makers on Facebook. Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of A…

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017: Gifting Dopamine: How Music Lessons Become Emotional Reset Buttons 31:42

4d ago31:42

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We’re digging into the real reason your students leave lessons feeling lighter, calmer, and more confident—and it’s not just the music. In today's episode, we're going to break down the brain science behind why music lessons act as emotional reset buttons, thanks to the powerful release of dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin. From the way you praise …

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Building Three Companies Alongside Your Family | Robert Wolfe (Dad of 2, founder - Zeck, Crowdrise, Moosejaw) 43:27

5d ago43:27

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Robert Wolfe is the co-founder of Zeck a company designed to make managing board meetings easier for everyone. He’s also founded and sold both Crowdrise (to GoFundMe) and Moosejaw Mountaineering (to Wal-Mart). He’s a husband and the father of 2 sons. We discussed: * The journey from founding Moosejaw to today * Founding multiple companies with a ce…

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Building Three Companies Alongside Your Family | Robert Wolfe (Dad of 2, founder - Zeck, Crowdrise, Moosejaw) 43:26

5d ago43:26

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Robert Wolfe is the co-founder of Zeck a company designed to make managing board meetings easier for everyone. He’s also founded and sold both Crowdrise (to GoFundMe) and Moosejaw Mountaineering (to Wal-Mart). He’s a husband and the father of 2 sons. We discussed: * The journey from founding Moosejaw to today * Founding multiple companies with a ce…

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Welcome to Authors’ Studio! 21:27

7d ago21:27

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Guest Name: Beth Campbell Guest work information/location: authorsstudio.com Guest social media: @beth1campbell ( Twitter and bluesky) Future Ready Schools Website: https://all4ed.org/future-ready-schools/ Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: @FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a r…

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016: Teaching is a Business — Here’s How to Brand Yourself Like a Pro 29:30

11d ago29:30

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Today, we're tackling one of the most overlooked parts of running a successful studio—branding. Whether you realize it or not, your teaching is already shaping how people perceive you. So how can you take control of that and brand yourself like a pro? Let's dive into what branding really means for music teachers, how to avoid common mistakes, and h…

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Fixing The Mess Of Summer Camp Planning | Greg Laughlin (Dad of 2, founder of Campwing) 1:21:27

12d ago1:21:27

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Greg Laughlin is the founder of Campwing, a product designed to take the headache out of summer camp planning. Parents use detailed filters to search through every summer camp in their area in cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle. Prior to Campwing, Greg was the co-founder of Statwing, a statistical analysis product he sold to Qualtri…

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Island Librarians: Navigating Literacy and Connection in Nantucket's 6-12 Library 27:28

15d ago27:28

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Host Shannon McClintock Miller talk with Nantucket librarians Becky Hickman and Jill Surprenant about the joys and unique challenges of running a shared 6–12 library on an island. From a beautifully renovated space to innovative programming like canine therapy, student podcasting, and community-building morning events, these librarians are making w…

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015: Building Discipline in Overwhelmed Students 23:50

18d ago23:50

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Ever feel like your students are drowning in school, sports, and screen time—and practice is the first thing to go? Today, we're flipping the script on motivation and diving into the real key to student success: discipline. I’ll show you how to help overwhelmed students build habits that stick, why the “two-minute rule” is a game-changer, and how A…

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Daydreaming About A Disposable Workforce? Here come AI & Tech in Yoga. 13:57

20d ago13:57

13:57

Buckle up, friends. We are about to get into how artificial intelligence and tech can impact our futures near and far. It isn’t all bad news, but we do need to be prepared. Also, download our discussion guide for this series! Working In Yoga Website Working In Yoga Newsletter Discussion GuideBy Rebecca Sebastian

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Mission Possible - Making the Media Center the Hub of the School 22:07

21d ago22:07

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Future Ready Schools Website: https://all4ed.org/future-ready-schools/ Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: @FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. #FutureReady #LFTL #Library #LibrarianPodcast #FutureReadyLibs Future Ready …

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014: The #1 Secret to Studio Growth? Branding Yourself Like a Pro 31:59

25d ago31:59

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Want to grow your studio in a way that feels natural, authentic, and sustainable? In this episode, we’re revealing the #1 secret to studio growth—branding yourself like a pro. But don’t worry, this isn’t about logos or fancy graphics. It’s about building a brand that keeps students engaged for life, turning former students into lifelong advocates, …

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Sending Your Kids Off To College | Jeff Fritz (Dad of 2, Microsoft) 1:02:25

26d ago1:02:25

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Jeff Fritz is principal program manager at Microsoft where he leads production for one oftheir largest developer events. He’s also active in the developer community as a live-coding Twitch streamer, Youtuber, and podcast host. He’s a lifelong developer who got his start working on the family’s Commodore 64. In addition to his work as program manage…

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Sending Your Kids Off To College | Jeff Fritz (Dad of 2, Microsoft) 1:02:26

26d ago1:02:26

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Jeff Fritz is principal program manager at Microsoft where he leads production for one oftheir largest developer events. He’s also active in the developer community as a live-coding Twitch streamer, Youtuber, and podcast host. He’s a lifelong developer who got his start working on the family’s Commodore 64. In addition to his work as program manage…

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Evaluation as Advocacy in the Library 25:19

28d ago25:19

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Evaluating libraries can take lots of different directions. As we think about the different components that libraries cover, whether it’s place, program, or person, it’s important to find ways to advocate through data and tell your story.Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.orgTwitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMillerInstagram: @FutureReadySchool…

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013: Mentor vs. Teacher — The Role That Changes Everything 41:37

1M ago41:37

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As music teachers, we do more than just teach notes and technique—we have the power to shape our students' confidence, mindset, and lifelong love of learning. In this episode, we're exploring the crucial difference between being a teacher and being a mentor and why this shift can transform not only your students’ growth but also your impact as an e…

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Getting Laid Off On Paternity Leave With Two Sets Of Twins | Aaron Francis (Dad of 4, Try Hard Studios) 1:10:25

1M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Aaron Francis is the co-founder of Try Hard Studios, a company he started with Steve Tenuto that makes amazing videos for developers and teaches companies how to do it too. He started Try Hard Studios after being laid off from PlanetScale… while on paternity leave with his second set of twins (!). Prior to that he was a data analyst and a developer…

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Chalkboards to AI: A Veteran Teacher's EdTech Journey 30:43

1M ago30:43

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Designing for K12 EdTech? Take a moment to linger in the world of this teacher. Alicia Quan and Sarah Mondestin listen to second-grade teacher Danielle Rivera, as she shares her perspective on growing through EdTech’s various iterations. She also gives her personal perspective on this question: What do veteran teachers want from AI? Chapters 00:00 …

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Administrator Support Is Essential For Future Ready Librarians 22:32

1M ago22:32

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Guest Name: Andrea Wilson and Blake Hopper Guest work information/location: Andrea is in her 13th year in education. She has taught 3rd and 2nd grade and has spent the last ten years teaching kindergarten. She recently completed her Librarian endorsement through Trevecca Nazarene University in Tennessee and is now the Librarian at HY Livesay and So…

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It's Like All The Tension, But Never Actually Getting Laid. Why We Can't Seem to Quit Yoga Organizations 16:27

1M ago16:27

16:27

It’s always about money and power, isn’t it? RESOURCES Working In Yoga Website Working In Yoga Newsletter Marc Maron Clip.By Rebecca Sebastian

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012: The Psychology of Performance: How to Train Like a Pro 29:40

1M ago29:40

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In today's episode, we're diving deep into the psychology of performance because mastering the mental game is just as crucial as mastering technique. Whether your students freeze up during recitals or struggle with self-doubt before performances, today’s tips will help you train them like pros. I’ll share actionable strategies to build confidence, …

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Educating Your Kids In A Technology-First World | Jeremy Howard (Dad of 1, Fast.ai, Fastmail, Kaggle) 1:07:06

1M ago1:07:06

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Jeremy Howard is a leader in the data science and AI communities. Along with his partner, Dr. Rachel Thomas, he is the co-founder of Fast.ai - a research lab studying how to make deep learning more accessible and widely applicable and the founder of AI R&D lab Answer.ai. He is a professor at the University of Queensland in Australia, a digital fell…

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Educating Your Kids In A Technology-First World | Jeremy Howard (Dad of 1, Fast.ai, Fastmail, Kaggle) 1:07:07

1M ago1:07:07

1:07:07

Jeremy Howard is a leader in the data science and AI communities. Along with his partner, Dr. Rachel Thomas, he is the co-founder of Fast.ai - a research lab studying how to make deep learning more accessible and widely applicable and the founder of AI R&D lab Answer.ai. He is a professor at the University of Queensland in Australia, a digital fell…

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The Love of Reading Outdoors: Students, Families, and Community Members Enjoy a Storywalk 19:06

1M ago19:06

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Guest Name: Heather Delouchry Guest work information/location: Flanders Elementary School, East Lyme, CT Guest social media: X - @delouc771 Instagram- @hcinct Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Futu…

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011: Dress Rehersal vs. Performance: Why Both Matter 33:52

2M ago33:52

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Have you ever had a student play flawlessly in lessons, only to freeze up or struggle on stage? The problem isn’t just nerves—it’s a lack of real performance training. In this episode, we’re diving into the key differences between dress rehearsals and performances, why both are essential, and how you can help students prepare for the stage, not jus…

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Owlcast #111 - President's Edition - w/Dr. Meenakshi Wadhwa - Curiosity, Space & Opportunities in Science for all 27:57

2M ago27:57

27:57

In today's President’s edition, hosted by Dr. Peggy Pelonis, we talk about the cutting edge of science, education, and innovation. Dr. Pelonis welcomes a very special guest: Dr. Meenakshi Wadhwa, a celebrated astrophysicist, planetary scientist, and educator whose work has deepened our understanding of the solar system and our place within it. The …

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The Unhappy Achiever Paradox | Mike Yan (Dad of 1, Co-founder/CEO, Manychat) 54:49

2M ago54:49

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Mike Yan is the co-founder and CEO of Manychat, a chat automation tool for social platforms with over 250 employees, 1 million customers and growing 2x year over year. With his team, Mike has built the fastest growing platform on Whatsapp and the largest on Instagram. He’s also a husband and a new dad. We discussed: * How he thought he was going to…

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The Unhappy Achiever Paradox | Mike Yan (Dad of 1, Co-founder/CEO, Manychat) 54:50

2M ago54:50

54:50

Mike Yan is the co-founder and CEO of Manychat, a chat automation tool for social platforms with over 250 employees, 1 million customers and growing 2x year over year. With his team, Mike has built the fastest growing platform on Whatsapp and the largest on Instagram. He’s also a husband and a new dad. We discussed: * How he thought he was going to…

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Your Yoga Orgs Should Work For YOU. A Conversation with Jivana Heyman. 58:27

2M ago58:27

58:27

This is the final interview in our series about yoga organizations, how they operate, and our futures. And it is a good one. Jivana Heyman is nothing if not an expert in the operations of organizations, with such an amazing understanding of how they work and what they should be doing for us. KEY TAKEAWAYS *The point of an organization, any organiza…

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010: Why Bribing a Student with Sour Patch Kids Made Me a Better Teacher 25:55

2M ago25:55

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We've all had that one student—the perfectionist who gets frustrated, the reluctant learner who shuts down, or the one who just needs a little extra motivation. In this episode, I’m sharing a story about Blake, a student who taught me a valuable lesson in leadership, patience, and the surprising power of Sour Patch Kids. We’ll explore different lea…

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Raising Teenagers, Making Movies & Founding Companies | (Eric Colbert, Jay Chandrasekhar, Eli Szasz; Dads of 9 kids, VouchVault, SuperTroopers) 1:11:38

2M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Eric Colbert, Jay Chandrasekhar and Eli Szasz are the co-founders of VouchVault, a new platform that helps you get trusted recommendations for products and services you need. Eric and Eli have worked together for years at creative agency, Spark6. Jay is a comedian, writer and actor best known for his movies Super Troopers and Beerfest. Collectively…

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Raising Teenagers, Making Movies & Founding Companies | (Eric Colbert, Jay Chandrasekhar, Eli Szasz; Dads of 9 kids, VouchVault, SuperTroopers) 1:11:37

2M ago1:11:37

1:11:37

Eric Colbert, Jay Chandrasekhar and Eli Szasz are the co-founders of VouchVault, a new platform that helps you get trusted recommendations for products and services you need. Eric and Eli have worked together for years at creative agency, Spark6. Jay is a comedian, writer and actor best known for his movies Super Troopers and Beerfest. Collectively…

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👋 How to Collab with UX of EdTech 26:06

2M ago26:06

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Alicia Quan introduces our new podcast co-host, Sarah Mondestin! Ever wondered how to collaborate with UX of EdTech? This episode should point you in the right direction. The hosts discuss Sarah's diverse career journey from educator to UX content designer and her involvement in various UX of EdTech initiatives. The conversation covers the structur…

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009: AI Myths Debunked: What You Need to Know About the Technology Changing Our World 26:42

2M ago26:42

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AI is transforming the way we teach, learn, and create—but with all the hype, there are plenty of AI myths and misconceptions floating around. In today's episode, we’re setting the record straight. From fears about AI replacing teachers to concerns about cost and complexity, we’ll break down what’s fact, what’s fiction, and how music educators can …

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Owlcast #110 - History - Legends & Legacies Gala - Celebrating 80 years of ACS Athens 49:40

2M ago49:40

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If you missed, now you can listen to it! The 80th Anniversary Gala of ACS Athens was an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, reflection, and celebration, held at the iconic and festively lit Grand Bretagne Hotel in central Athens, on Valentine’s Day. After opening remarks from President Dr. Peggy Pelonis, Board of Trustees Chair Pascal Ap…

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Tidy Up Your Life | Tyler Moore (Dad of 3, TidyDad, Elementary School Teacher) 1:07:01

2M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Tyler Moore aka TidyDad is a school teacher turned internet sensation and best-selling author. Pushed to the brink of a breakdown after the birth of his second daughter, Tyler went on to tidy up his mind, his life and his household. In the process he built a massive following as Tidy Dad and recently published a USA Today best-selling book called T…

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008: Battle of the Bots: Comparing AI Tools for Music Teachers 29:07

2M ago29:07

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AI is becoming an essential tool for music educators, but with so many options — ChatGPT, Claude, and Bard — how do you know which one is right for your studio? In this episode, we’re going to break down the strengths, weaknesses, and best use cases for each AI assistant, helping you decide which bot can save you time, boost creativity, and streaml…

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Let’s Stick Together, Like Birds Of A Feather. An Organizing Conversation w/ Davy Jones 1:01:22

2M ago1:01:22

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We should all be watching and listing to Davy Jones. Davy came into this conversation with more nuggets about organizing, connecting, and taking a stand against organizations than almost any other guest I have had on this podcast. I can’t wait for you to listen. KEY TAKEAWAYS *First, I would just really love to mention that the UK has a labor union…

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007: Jam Session Hacks: Teaching Group Improvisation 27:19

2M ago27:19

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Group improvisation can feel intimidating, but with the right approach, it becomes one of the most exciting and creative parts of music lessons! In this episode, I’m joined by educator and musician Juniper to explore simple, effective ways to teach group improv. We’ll cover easy warm-ups, fun activities, and strategies to help students build confid…

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Four Companies And Three Kids | Pouyan Salehi (Dad of 3, co-founder Scratchpad, PersistIQ, Lera Labs, StackMob) 49:46

3M ago49:46

49:46

Pouyan Salehi is the co-founder and CEO of Scratchpad—a company trying to take the busy work out of sales. He has founded three other companies, including PersistIQ (acquired by Wishpond) and Stackmob (acquired by PayPal). In addition to being a serial founder and entrepreneur he is also a husband and a Dad to three kids. We discussed: * Coming to …

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006: Storytelling Through Music: Helping Students Compose Their First Piece 26:39

3M ago26:39

26:39

Storytelling and music go hand in hand, and in this episode, I’m sharing how you can help your students bring their stories to life through composition. Join me and my guest, Jessica, as we break down simple, effective strategies for guiding students in creating their first piece, from choosing a theme and structuring their ideas to using melody, h…

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Fighting For Better Paternity Leave | Alex Lloyd Hunter (Dad of 1, The Dad Shift) 50:30

3M ago50:30

50:30

Alex Lloyd Hunter is co-founder of The Dad Shift—a group of men, dads and co-parents campaigning for better paternity leave in the UK. He has been a founder, a non-profit leader, and an organizer for the Labour Party. In addition to being an advocate for better paternity leave policies he’s also a husband and the father of a young son. We discussed…

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005: Building a Proactive Support Culture 31:05

3M ago31:05

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Today, we’re exploring the art of creating a proactive support culture in your music studio. Joined by our special guest Jamal, we're going to discuss how to empower your teachers with clear policies, prioritize self-care as a leader, and foster a positive environment where everyone can thrive. Whether it’s setting boundaries, delegating tasks, or …

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What It Means To Be A 'Lead Dad' | Paul Sullivan (Dad of 3, NY Times Columnist, Author, Founder) 1:04:03

3M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

Paul Sullivan is the founder of Company of Dads—a community for Lead Dads which he created to provide more support for Dads who are also the primary caregivers at home. He is also the best-selling 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. He ha…

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What It Means To Be A 'Lead Dad' | Paul Sullivan (Dad of 3, NY Times Columnist, Author, Founder) 1:04:04

3M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Paul Sullivan is the founder of Company of Dads—a community for Lead Dads which he created to provide more support for Dads who are also the primary caregivers at home. He is also the best-selling 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. He ha…

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