Welcome to Episode Twenty Two with Frank O’Halloran (Frank’s Dad Stats: 20 Year-old Daughter) Back in 2019 I sat across a dinner table with Frank, at a new colleague’s home, sipping damn good wine, and getting to know some new teammates who all happened to be in Denver. Frank and I hit it off, and despite being 5,386 miles apart more often than not, we’ve found ourselves on a number of client projects around the country and catch up often to talk shop about the world, fatherhood, and leadership.

One of my favorite quotes from Frank: "Creating memories for them, that's a great job for dad to create memories. And order room service. It gets there cold and probably not that good. They'll love it." Here are the core themes we explore in this fatherhood convo: 1. Fatherhood at Forty: Exploring the unique challenges and insights that come For New Fathers: 2. Embrace Patience and Presence: Frank's experiences underscore the importance of being present and patient, particularly during the challenging moments of fatherhood. He highlights how children's reactions can be intense but are often brief, encouraging new fathers to stay calm and supportive. 3. Flexibility in Parenting Styles: Frank discusses how adapting to a child’s needs, rather than strictly adhering to predetermined rules, can lead to a more harmonious and responsive parenting experience. 4. Creating Joyful Memories: He emphasizes the joy of creating lasting memories with children, suggesting simple pleasures like room service in a hotel as cherished experiences. For All Fathers: 5. Long-term Perspective in Parenting: Frank’s career in leadership and communications offers insights into the long-term aspects of parenting, paralleling professional mentorship, emphasizing consistent guidance and the development of trust over time. 6. Adapting and Learning: His narrative about moving internationally and adjusting to different cultural expectations in parenting offers a metaphor for the continual learning and adapting process that all fathers undergo. 7. Emotional Intelligence: Frank points out the importance of emotional intelligence in parenting, suggesting that understanding and managing one’s emotions and those of the child are crucial skills for effective fatherhood. Hope you enjoy the pod! Connect with Frank on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-o-halloran-47b3aa/ Onward! -Dave Momper Leadership Coach and Brand New Dad www.thrivalconcepts.com #WhoaDadGoDad #ModernFatherhood #DadLifeAdventures #ParentingJourney #LegendaryDads #FatherhoodUnplugged #RaisingLegends #DadSupportSystem #NewDadChronicles #ParentingPartners #GrowthThroughFatherhood #DadLife #NewDad #DadGoals #ParentingTips #ParentLife #RaisingKids #ParentingWin #ModernParenting #LeadershipGoals #InspireLeadership, #LeadershipDevelopment #BeALeader #LeadershipMatters