Ep 046: Mindset and Growth Through Parenting as a Single Father with Rob Rohde

The Relational Parenting Podcast

As the host of The Business of Being Dad podcast, Rob is on a mission to empower growth-minded single fathers to lead extraordinary lives. Having walked through the fire of single fatherhood himself, Rob intimately understands the struggles and joys of raising children on your own. It's from this deeply personal place that he developed a framework to help single fathers overcome obstacles, find clarity, and create
life-changing relationships with their children. Rob's approach goes beyond the surface. He integrates business and leadership
principles with the emotional aspects of fatherhood, providing single fathers with a comprehensive approach to achieve personal and family growth. Through his coaching, podcasts, and resources, Rob offers a safe space for single fathers to explore their vulnerabilities, embrace their strengths, and chart a course towards fulfillment and success.

Takeaways

• Single fathers often face unique challenges and may feel unrecognized in the parenting world.
• Taking radical responsibility and making amends are crucial for personal growth and building strong relationships with children.
• Translating business and leadership skills to parenting can help single fathers become effective leaders in their families.
• Recognizing the impact of parental role models and taking ownership of one's actions are key to overcoming obstacles and becoming the best version of oneself. Applying business principles to fatherhood can lead to effective parenting.
• Creating a family culture is crucial for building strong relationships within the family.
• Repairing relationships with children takes time, patience, and consistent effort.
• Spending quantity time with children allows for quality moments to naturally arise.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Single Father Coaching
03:26 The Challenges Faced by Single Fathers
07:18 The Impact of Parental Role Models
09:03 Taking Radical Responsibility
12:14 The Obstacles Faced by Single Fathers
16:20 The Importance of Making Amends
21:26 Personal Journey and Shift in Mindset
28:48 Translating Business and Leadership Skills to Parenting
30:43 Applying Business Principles to Fatherhood
36:25 Creating a Family Culture
39:41 The Crossover Between Business and Home
41:31 Repairing Relationships with Children
44:39 The Importance of Connection
49:38 Playing the Long Game in Parenting
57:04 The Value of Quantity Time

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Creators & Guests

• Natalie Long - Editor
• Jennifer Hayes - Host
• Rob Rohde - Guest

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