DadLife, A Work In Progress
I once got some advice from a good friend that stuck with me, "Justin, 90% of what we do as fathers will go unnoticed, but don’t let that frustrate you. Keep doing it all. It matters." I didn’t fully grasp the weight of those words, but now, I live by them. Over the years, my goals have changed. It used to be about accolades, performance, or building a bigger business. I was always chasing the next milestone—whether it was running another marathon or getting another win in my professional life. But somewhere along the way, I realized none of that really mattered if I wasn’t truly present for my kids. My focus now is simple: build a meaningful and positive relationship with each of my four kids. I don’t need to run faster, make more money, or achieve something that looks good on paper. My biggest success comes from being there for my kids, supporting them, guiding them, and teaching them. It sounds simple, but it’s the hardest and most important job I’ve ever taken on. ...