142: What Great Dads Do Differently with Jeff Hittner

What if being a great dad isn’t about doing more—but thinking differently?

In this powerful conversation, Maurice Philogene sits down with Jeff Hittner, founder of Ambitious Dads, to unpack the invisible pressure modern fathers carry—and why so many high-achieving men feel confident at work but uncertain at home. Jeff shares how redefining fatherhood through intention, presence, and flexibility transformed not only his parenting, but his entire life.

Together, they explore modern fatherhood, ambition without burnout, and how creating space—emotionally and physically—can change the way dads show up for their kids. This episode challenges outdated parenting norms and offers a refreshing, honest look at what it really means to lead at home.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why presence matters more than perfection in fatherhood

• How ambition at work can quietly undermine connection at home

• The power of flexibility, unstructured play, and intentional parenting

• Why many men feel shame and guilt as dads—and how to break that cycle

• How creating space (time, mental, and emotional) changes everything

If you’re an ambitious parent trying to balance success, family, and self—this conversation will shift how you see fatherhood and yourself.

Connect with Jeff:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeffhittner

Substack: https://ambitiousdads.substack.com/

Connect with Maurice:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene

Website: https://www.trylifeon.com