As any father knows, being a parent isn’t easy. It’s something that you have to have a vision for, work for every day, and be proactive about finding solutions and avoiding pitfalls. Parenting, however, isn’t the only place that describes.
Owning a small business shares many similarities with parenting: You are solely responsible for bringing something to life and giving it a chance to succeed, there’s no manual or guidebook on how to do it, and those who do it best are often the most devoted and consistent.
Our guest on today’s episode of Millennial Dads is CEO of Stern Security and cybersecurity expert, Jon Sternstein. Jon is also the parent of three, a nine, seven and three year old.
We talk with Jon about balancing the needs for running a business with being a dad. Jon talks about leaving the corporate world at the same time as he and his wife found out they were expecting their first child. Brian also shares some stories about he and Jon’s time growing up in New York.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Millennial Dads Podcast
02:52 Entrepreneurship and Family Life
05:55 Balancing Work and Family
08:56 The Transition to Entrepreneurship
12:01 Daily Routines of a Busy Dad
14:51 Navigating Parenting Styles
18:05 Involving Kids in Work
20:55 Reflections on Parenting and Growth
23:48 The Humor in Parenting
27:12 Closing Thoughts and Advice
40:55 A Serendipitous Meeting
44:45 The Butterfly Effect of Relationships
45:48 Creating a Family Band
49:59 Parental Worries and Responsibilities
52:44 The Simple Joys of Parenting
56:00 Navigating Screen Time and Attention
59:57 The Importance of Connection
01:02:07 Ending on a Light Note
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