Balancing Fatherhood and Entrepreneurship, the Power of Community, Horizontal vs Vertical, and More with Michael McCormack

In episode #30, we visit with Michael, a fellow dad sharing his journey in fatherhood. Michael talks about being a new dad with a daughter and a son, along with his wife of almost 10 years. The conversation touches on the joys and challenges of parenting, highlighting the continuous learning experience that comes with raising kids. Tune in for some heartfelt insights and relatable experiences from two dads navigating the world of fatherhood.

Join us for this episode of "Bear Crawl with Dads" as we navigate the rewarding path of fatherhood, learning and growing along the way.

 

Ross introduces his guest, Michael, who shares a bit about his background, family, and his transition from oil and gas to co-founding a software company.

Michael explains the nature of his work in ERP software for wholesale distributors and how it helps businesses operate more efficiently.

Discussion about Michael's role as COO in his startup, overseeing operations, development, and customer support.

Ross and Michael discuss the challenges of balancing new fatherhood with starting and running a new business.

Michael shares memories of his father, their relationship, and how it shaped his approach to life and fatherhood.

Ross and Michael delve into the importance of communication in parenting and how Michael's father used dialogue as a form of teaching and discipline.

Discussion on how physical activities like playing catch were a medium for bonding and communication between Michael and his father.

Michael reflects on how his parents encouraged his natural talents and how that influenced his approach to parenting.

Shift in conversation to focus on Michael's experiences and challenges as a dad.

Michael discusses the challenges he faces in balancing work commitments with being a present and engaged father.

 

Michael emphasizes the importance of community support and open communication with his wife to maintain alignment in parenting.

Michael shares his strategies for ensuring he remains an active and present parent despite a busy professional life.

Discussion on how Michael aligns his career goals with his priorities as a husband and father, emphasizing the importance of his faith in guiding his decisions.

 

 

 

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