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#73: The Portfolio Career That Made Him a Better Parent | Ben's Episode on the Startup Dad Podcast

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Sep 3, 2025
Adam Fishman, host of the Startup Dad podcast, delves into the rewarding chaos of parenthood while balancing a portfolio career. He shares heartfelt anecdotes about raising his daughter Gaia, inspired by the joys and challenges of being a 'girl dad.' The conversation explores how intentional routines can reshape productivity, even in New York's bustling environment. Adam discusses reframing priorities as a parent and the unique insights gained from community support, highlighting the transformative power of parenting amidst career ambitions.
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ANECDOTE

George The Family Vacuum

  • Ben describes George, the family's eight-year-old golden retriever, as Gaia's primary playmate who benefits from dropped food.
  • The dog often cleans up after mealtime and fills caregiving gaps when traveling.
INSIGHT

Parenthood As Creative Destruction

  • Ben reframes parenthood as creative destruction that trims priorities and increases intentionality.
  • He calls the result
ADVICE

Compress Work, Guard Family Routines

  • Do tighten routines and compress work into focused weekdays to protect family mornings and nights.
  • Ben enforces strict nights to support his morning dad duties and preserve weekday productivity.
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