Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman

Juggling business and family is a wild ride for any family man. Robbie Bent, CEO of Othership, has conquered addiction and loneliness and now helps others with their mental well-being. Othership offers transformative experiences, forging a community and genuine connections beyond the usual social scene. It's a lifeline for dads facing mental health issues or seeking a deeper bond with their family. Join us for this episode. Get the Full Show Notes Want access to the full show notes, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/390 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. 👉 Join The Brotherhood:: https://brotherhood.frontrowdads.com/ 🎤 Leave a review of the podcast here: http://FrontRowDads.com/review 🌐 Website: https://frontrowdads.com/podcast/

Eighteen summers. That's about all the time we have to really connect with our children before they step into the next phase of their life.   And if we're not careful, we can easily lose track of how quickly those summers slip away. That's why I'm absolutely thrilled to share this conversation with Jim Sheils. Jim is the co-founder of Board Meetings International, a company that specializes in parent/child retreats for entrepreneurs and their children. He's also a partner in the largest build-to-rent organization in the United States, with over a whopping $600 million in assets under management that pulls in over $40 million annually for investors. Jim's work has been celebrated in the Front Row Dads community for years, and for good reason. Known as the "Crazy Glue" for entrepreneur families, Jim felt compelled to address one of the most tragic issues of modern life - the disconnect between hard-working entrepreneurs and their families.  He developed the legendary "Family Board Meeting" process that has helped thousands of business owners strengthen their bond with their families. And I'll just say that my son Ocean loves it! We all do. He keeps the countdown chart ready for our next board meeting! He's also the author of The Family Board Meeting, which I highly recommend you check out. In fact, we have a real treat for you today, gentlemen.  One last thing! If you've already read the book and you'd like a new copy, show Jim some love, write a review, and email a screenshot to us help@frontrowdads.com with your address, and we'll mail you a copy.  And if you're new to the podcast or our community, write a review of this episode, send a screenshot to the same address, and if you're among the first five people to do it, we'd be happy to send you a free copy as well. (US Residents Only) In our conversation, you’ll learn: The key ingredients for making the Board Meeting work like a charm in your family. Three steps for building trust in your family that’ll last forever. How to crush the walls and barriers that are between you and your children. Some of my favorite moments of the conversation: Quality time is the best gift we can give our loved ones.  Rules for getting the whole family involved in your “Board Meeting.”  How steering clear of toxic people improves your relationships. What doesn’t get scheduled doesn’t get done.  Why Jim’s bond with his wife gets better with time.   Ego is the biggest roadblock to personal growth and intimacy.  Guiding your kids to figure out life on their own.  Get rid of your need for perfection; it’ll make life more fulfilling. Get the Full Show Notes Want access to the full show notes, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/389 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. 👉 Join The Brotherhood:: https://brotherhood.frontrowdads.com/ 🎤 Leave a review of the podcast here: http://FrontRowDads.com/review 🌐 Website: https://frontrowdads.com/podcast/

Anyone who has been in a loving marriage will tell you that there are peaks and valleys along the way. So what happens when things aren’t going so well?   For some, playing the blame game and pretending you’re the victim is the natural response. But as today’s guest will tell you, when you fully surrender and ask yourself some tough questions about your role in the relationship, a pathway to move forward in the midst of a dark time can be found.  After enjoying tremendous success for over 20 years as a serial entrepreneur, Brent Perkins’ life shifted in 2021 with a difficult divorce. This led him on a journey of personal growth and a book called Papercuts: The Art of Self-Delusion.  Brent is a Dad to two amazing daughters and has already made a huge impact in our FRD Brotherhood. His contributions have led to a significant increase in participation in our Bands which has been awesome to watch. So, today we’re talking about what it really means to surrender, the role that blissful ignorance plays in our relationships and how the truths that we believe can become illusions. And if we can embrace the art of self-delusion in a positive way, we can flip the narrative and move forward in a happier and healthier way. In our conversation, you’ll learn: Strategies for modeling, trust, vulnerability, and awareness in our kids. The difference between surrendering and victimhood. How to recognize, unpack, and shatter our self-delusions.  Some of my favorite moments of the conversation: Surrendering to the good and bad in life without playing the victim game.  Pitfalls to our pursuit of personal growth. Moments that build anxiety and fear in ourselves. Guiding our kids to vulnerability and earning their trust.   Want to help others? Help yourself first.  Being grateful for the moments when we were jerks. The power of creating space to be vulnerable with other men. How we unintentionally harm those that try to support us.  Get the Full Show Notes Want access to the full show notes, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/388 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

Gentlemen, we are privileged to have not one but TWO incredible human beings with us today. My guests are an inspirational father-son duo, Travis Macy, and his father, Mark "Mace" Macy. For those that don't know, Travis and Mark are legendary endurance athletes. Travis has finished more than 130 ultra-endurance events in 17 countries. And his Dad, Mace, spent thirty years competing in Colorado and around the world in ultra-endurance competitions and is one of the few who have finished all eight Eco-Challenge events. Their secret? The Ultra Mindset - a relentless determination that refuses to bow to any obstacle.  When Mark was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Travis and his Dad decided to take on the challenge of Eco-Challenge Fiji together - a grueling seven-day, 400-mile marathon of trekking, climbing, biking, and paddling through the jungle - for one final race together, to prove that anything is possible with family by your side. In their new book, A Mile at a Time, Travis and Mace weave together excerpts from Mace's passionate personal journals alongside a first-person narrative by Travis, telling the story of their incredible journey and what they learned along the way. Their story is one of courage, determination, and above all, love. It's a reminder that in the face of adversity, the ties that bind us give us strength and much more. In our conversation, you’ll learn: Strategies for fostering resilience and mental fortitude. How to cultivate a sense of unity and teamwork within your family. How the “Ultra Mindset” can help as you juggle between training, family, and mental health. Some of my favorite moments of the conversation: The deep bond between Travis and Mark and their shared love for endurance racing. Choosing love, happiness, and hope. How to fight for your family’s future and enjoy quality time in the present.  The benefits of exercise and being in nature has on your mental health. Embracing adversity as a catalyst to greater resilience and self-assuredness. Mace’s mantra, “It’s all good training.” Insights for those dealing with Alzheimer’s.  The comfort of having someone besides you who’ll always have your back. Get the Full Show Notes Want access to the full show notes, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/387 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

This will be a 7-part series where I'll be asking them about their lives as Dads and we’ll talk about what their experiences have been like so far in our amazing group of family men with businesses, not businessmen with families. I hope you'll check out these conversations with some badass members of our community each week. And don't be afraid to share these episodes with your friends and let us know your thoughts along the way! For anyone that isn't already a Front Row Dads member, you can sign up right here: Join The Brotherhood! Here's what you need to know about today's guest, Ben Golden. Kristian Nylund is father to Adeline (7) and Stella (5) and resides in Spokane, Washington with his girlfriend Kelly.  Growing up with Norwegian immigrant parents who chased the American dream, he learned from an early age that taking risks is vital to success. Having traveled overseas to visit family multiple times throughout his childhood, he developed a love for flying and a passion for traveling/aviation. Kristian started his first flying job at a regional airline (Horizon Air) in 2006, and throughout the next decade accumulated enough flight time flying for airlines and private aircraft owners to get hired at his dream job flying for Delta Air Lines. He is currently a Captain on the Airbus 220 based in Seattle. With the freedom and scheduling flexibility an airline career can offer, it opened the door to find a new challenge in business ownership and real estate investing.  In 2020, Kristian acquired a flight school and aircraft maintenance shop in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. As Co-Owner and Chief Flight Instructor of Coeur d’Alene Aviation & Maintenance, he spends his time teaching and mentoring students and flight instructors to become pilots and future aviation professionals.   Outside of aviation, Kristian and Kelly have taken an interest in real estate investing and have recently acquired multiple properties for both short and long-term rentals in Washington and Northern Idaho. After enduring a divorce and battling alcohol addiction for years, Kristian has embarked on a path to sobriety, dived deep into emotional healing, and dedicated his time to what is most important; becoming the best father, significant other, and person he can be.  Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

This will be a 7-part series where I'll be asking them about their lives as Dads and we’ll talk about what their experiences have been like so far in our amazing group of family men with businesses, not businessmen with families. I hope you'll check out these conversations with some badass members of our community each week. And don't be afraid to share these episodes with your friends and let us know your thoughts along the way! For anyone that isn't already a Front Row Dads member, you can sign up right here: Join The Brotherhood! Here's what you need to know about today's guest, Mike Abramowitz. Mike Abramowitz and his wife Lindsay stepped into the world of being medical parents when their son, James, was born weighing just 1 pound 4 ounces on December 31, 2020. After 254 days in the NICU, they were finally able to bring James home. Mike's life exemplifies what's possible when the odds are stacked against you. He is an accomplished author, speaker, coach, and philanthropist. He has written 9 books, 2 of which reached #1 on Amazon, and has been featured in both local and national media for his achievements and his efforts to feed the homeless through his PB&J for Tampa Bay initiative, which has provided over 100,000 meals since 2015. Mike assists overwhelmed entrepreneurs in simplifying and systemizing their businesses through automation, delegation, and systemization. As the co-host of "The Better Than Rich Show" podcast, Mike authentically shares his journey, along with business tools to help listeners "Leave today better than they found it" and use their business as a vehicle for their purpose in life. In his role as District Manager in Florida, Mike has coached and trained over 5,000 young professionals to generate more than $17 million in Cutco product sales. Mike has a genuine passion for serving others and providing tools and skills that unlock each individual's potential. He firmly believes that every person possesses untapped potential, and he is dedicated to drawing it out of them. Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

I think we can all agree that when we were kids, things were much different than they are today. Most of us probably spent our days racing our bikes, building forts, and chasing frogs around the pond.  The fact is, our kids are growing up in the middle of a raging mental health crisis. It's no wonder why anxiety and depression are on the rise among teenagers with all the pressure to succeed or be popular with unrealistic expectations fueled by social media, or worse, by their parents. I'm thrilled to have Jason Reid with me today for another conversation on this important topic. Jason is a partner at CEO Coaching International, where he coaches top executives on achieving success. Tragically, after losing his 14-year-old son to suicide in 2018, Jason's focus shifted to helping other families navigate the complex world of mental health.  He founded TellMyStory.org, a nonprofit organization that educates and empowers parents to support their children through mental health challenges. Jason's mission is nothing short of inspiring - to end teen suicide by 2030. In our conversation, you’ll learn: The telltale signs that your child is grappling with depression and anxiety. Parenting strategies for helping kids deal with their mental health struggles. Why institutions are dropping the ball when it comes to tackling the mental health crisis. Some of my favorite moments of the conversation: How the media is exacerbating our kids’ insecurities.  The tragedy that transformed Jason into a leading mental health advocate.  Empowering our kids to become “mental health athletes.”  What kids wish their parents knew about their struggles.   The dangers of employing authoritarian tactics on your kids. How to talk to your children so they feel understood and safe to be vulnerable.  How to tell if your child is going through a mental health crisis - and what to do about it.  Get the Full Show Notes Want access to the full show notes, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/386 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

This will be a 7-part series where I'll be asking them about their lives as Dads and we’ll talk about what their experiences have been like so far in our amazing group of family men with businesses, not businessmen with families. I hope you'll check out these conversations with some badass members of our community each week. And don't be afraid to share these episodes with your friends and let us know your thoughts along the way! For anyone that isn't already a Front Row Dads member, you can sign up right here: Join The Brotherhood! Here's what you need to know about today's guest, Ben Golden. I'm married to my beautiful wife, Lauren. We have one daughter, Annabelle, who is about a year and a half old and goes by "la princessa" at daycare. She's already working her cuteness on people.  I've spent 15+ years in the energy software space, mainly around energy trading and risk management applications.  From managing sales teams, to global project implementation teams, and customer success organizations I've been on the people facing side my entire career.   One of  my passions is finding that right combination of people and technology and seeing how it can change people's perspectives, engagement, and even lives. The power of an engaged and enabled team is something I am constantly in awe of.   My wife and I have always been working on side projects..  We recently sold our home services business this last summer and are now going head first into real estate.  Specifically, storage facilities under the guidance of Mike Wagner, another FRD legend.   If that wasn't enough, we are in the middle of selling our home in Houston and heading into an RV while we look for a house or property on the Dripping Springs side of Austin.  Wish us luck!  Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

All right, fellas. As a continuation of our focus on the Vibrant Health pillar, we have an incredible episode that is absolutely packed with helpful information. You have questions, and today’s guest has answers and solutions. For anyone who doesn’t know Gary Brecka, he is a legend in the biohacking sphere who blew our minds at the Vibrant Health Summit, and he’s back to share his wisdom and expertise with the brotherhood in a fantastic Q&A session. Gary is the Co-Founder and Chief Human Biologist at 10X Health, with over 20 years of experience in biohacking and functional medicine.  This episode features members of the brotherhood picking Gary’s brain with actual health and wellness questions and Gary delivers the goods. We’ll get into the incredible health benefits of using peptides to boost (and heal) our immune systems, effective ways of treating symptoms of long COVID, the different forms of inflammation impacting our lives, how to treat them, weight loss… literally all of the things! If you haven’t had the pleasure of hearing Gary run through the cause and effect of the symptoms and illnesses that ail us and the innovative ways to manage them... on the fly, you’re in for a treat. Gary is the real deal, fellas. Enjoy! In our conversation, you’ll learn: The incredible health benefits of adding peptides to your vitamin and supplements regiment. The most overlooked keys to a long and prosperous life at any age. The greatest misconceptions around treating major diseases such as type 1 diabetes and chronic lymphedema. Supplements and tactics for achieving “superhuman” health status.  Some of my favorite moments of the conversation: The magical properties of peptides that anybody over the age of 45 should take. The most overlooked remedies for treating long Covid symptoms. Reasons for cutting out carbs in the morning.  The exercises that are eating your lean muscle. The one supplement you should take every morning when you’re fasting.  Why weight training trumps cardio for fat loss.  The power of hanging out with other energy-givers.  What the doctor won’t tell you about alleviating the worst back pain. Effective strategies for managing chronic lymphedema. Cutting-edge science on conquering type 1 diabetes. Get the Full Show Notes Want access to the full show notes, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/385 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review

This will be a 7-part series where I'll be asking them about their lives as Dads and we’ll talk about what their experiences have been like so far in our amazing group of family men with businesses, not businessmen with families. I hope you'll check out these conversations with some badass members of our community each week. And don't be afraid to share these episodes with your friends and let us know your thoughts along the way! For anyone that isn't already a Front Row Dads member, you can sign up right here: Join The Brotherhood! Here's what you need to know about today's guest, Matt Ticknor. Matt is a husband, father, and Tax Partner at the CPA firm RSM US LLP. With over 20 years of federal tax experience, he is responsible leading the St. Louis tax practice and for providing US tax services to clients across the globe. Matt has extensive experience working with multi-state/multi-national companies in a variety of industries including manufacturing, digital marketing, healthcare, retail, wholesale, transportation, cable, telecommunications, and information technology.   Matt currently lives in St. Louis with his wife Monica, and five kids, Madeline (13), Maxwell (10), Mattox (8), Milton (5), and Marie (2). Matt is active in the Union United Methodist Church in Belleville, IL, a volunteer for the Special Olympics, and a proud Front Row Dad. Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review