Fatherhood Is Leadership

"A manual for excellence!! One of the most important aspects of fatherhood is teaching leadership. We are literally raising the next generation of leaders and change agents in the world. However, how many fathers have actually been trained on this skill? I know I never was! I had to seek out this skill and it's a skill that constantly needs to be sharpened! Devon has nailed this in his book. Plus it's an easy read with actionable steps to implement immediately! Highly recommend!!"

~ Larry Hagner, The Good Dad Project, Founder

"This is so much more than a book. It's more like a literary work of art that doubles as an annihilator of the old-school paradigm.When they talk about, say, the "works of Alan Watts," well, this is one of the "works of Devon Bandison." It's simultaneously hilarious, hip, tear-jerking, inspirational and life-altering. And it could only be crafted by someone who has clearly committed years of his life to deep healing and personal and spiritual growth. I'm not a father. And yet I had absolutely no difficulty finding personal significance in the lessons that Devon so masterfully conveys through his remarkable litany of entertaining stories. This is a must read, especially for fathers, but certainly not only fathers - for everyone."

~ Christopher Dorris, Mental Toughness Coach and Author of, Creating Your Dream: Confidently Stepping Into Your Own Brilliance

"Devon Bandison masterfully weaves powerful trials, lessons, and gifts from his own journey as a father and leader with practical and immediately applicable exercises to help you become a truly present and connected parent. More than that though, he shares the essence of what real leadership looks like - both in the lives of your children and in your everyday life. You now hold in your hands everything you need to be the man you know you are capable of being."

~ Jason Goldberg

Devon Bandison is one of the most sought after personal and business coaches in the world. He works with Fortune 100 Companies and people from all walks of life, including professional athletes and teams, CEO's, salespeople, parents, small business owners, film makers, producers, and the top business and life coaches in the world.Devon is an international/TEDX speaker and considered a fatherhood thought leader, whose work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Good Morning America, Huffington Post, Inc. Magazine and Success Magazine. His book Fatherhood is Leadership: Your Playbook for Success, Self-Leadership and a Richer Life was a #1 new release on Amazon in 2017.

Introduction.................................................................................... xiii

friday night pizza night.................................................................... 1

bedstuy, do or die......................................................................... 13

the promise..................................................................................... 29

best seats in the house..................................................................... 45

worklife balance bullshit................................................................ 59

the man in the mirror...................................................................... 79

death at 35,000 feet......................................................................... 95

the overflow................................................................................. 109

the 36^th Chamber of Shaolin........................................................... 125

live your legacy........................................................................... 143

Acknowledgments........................................................................... 149

About the Author............................................................................ 155