Gap to Gig

Build the life you’re working for. Gap to Gig is the podcast for dads who want to crush it at work and still show up at home. Each week, host Michael Jacobs talks with dads, founders, career experts, and creators about what it really takes to balance meaningful work and active fatherhood. From navigating career transitions and side hustles to staying present for hockey games and bedtime stories, Gap to Gig helps you create a life that feels steady, fulfilling, and built to last. Whether you’re a stay-at-home dad reentering the workforce, a working dad craving more purpose, or a creator building your own path, you’ll find stories and systems to help you move forward with confidence. Expect honest conversations about: Work-life balance that actually lasts Career change and meaningful work without losing yourself Parenting and productivity that fit real life Fatherhood, identity, and growth in the modern world Mindset and systems that keep both business and family running smoothly No fluff. No hustle-culture noise. Just real stories, practical tools, and genuine conversations about being a dad who wants both: meaningful work and a meaningful life. If you’ve ever felt pulled between your career ambitions and your kids’ soccer schedules, you’re not alone. Each episode offers ideas you can apply right away, whether that’s a way to structure your week, handle burnout, or rethink what success really means for you and your family. The show blends personal storytelling, expert insights, and actionable takeaways from guests who are building careers, companies, and creative projects that fit their lives, not the other way around. Recent episodes feature: Entrepreneurs who’ve built businesses around their families Career coaches helping dads find work that fits their values Creatives balancing passion projects with parenting Productivity pros teaching how to reclaim time and focus Everyday dads sharing their journeys from burnout to balance If you’re ready to rethink success, build balance that lasts, and create space for what matters most, this podcast is for you. Gap to Gig: Helping dads build the life they’re working for. New episodes weekly on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen.