How Did Your Dad Influence or Inspire You? (Happy Father’s Day 2013!)

I’m dedicating today’s blog post to Father’s Day, in memory of my dad, Ed. I want you to consider the ways in which your own father has inspired you or influenced you in your life. For me, fatherhood represents wisdom and strength; the wisdom of experience that can be passed down from father to son or daughter, and the strength to overcome adversity. I’m certain that all of us have had to overcome difficulties in our lives. At some point we have all needed to dig deep and find that inner strength to help us survive tough times. Can you think of an example of a challenging experience like that? Do you remember what inspired you or gave you the fortitude to make it through? I find my own life is full of challenges… It’s not easy to balance being a good father, supportive husband, considerate son, thriving business owner, [...]