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Welcome to The BizDad Podcast with your host and The BizDad himself, Adam La Barr. Adam became a business owner while in the Air Force and then left the military to better serve his family. Adam is a Christian, a dad to three amazing kids, a coach, a real estate investor, and a business owner. On The BizDad Podcast, Adam explores the unique journeys of amazing dads who are striving for greatness in both business and family.

Great dads are an integral part of raising kids and on this Podcast, we dive into the melding of fathership and entrepreneurship. Whether you're already a BizDad, a dad who is an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply a man striving to be a better dad, we have an episode for you.

Get ready as The BizDad brings you conversations that will inspire, challenge, and equip you to be a better dad and entrepreneur!

The BizDad Podcast Adam La Barr, Sr.

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    • 4.9 • 12 Ratings

Welcome to The BizDad Podcast with your host and The BizDad himself, Adam La Barr. Adam became a business owner while in the Air Force and then left the military to better serve his family. Adam is a Christian, a dad to three amazing kids, a coach, a real estate investor, and a business owner. On The BizDad Podcast, Adam explores the unique journeys of amazing dads who are striving for greatness in both business and family.

Great dads are an integral part of raising kids and on this Podcast, we dive into the melding of fathership and entrepreneurship. Whether you're already a BizDad, a dad who is an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply a man striving to be a better dad, we have an episode for you.

Get ready as The BizDad brings you conversations that will inspire, challenge, and equip you to be a better dad and entrepreneur!

    Empowering Your Family & Business With EOS: Insights From Expert Harvey Yergin - Ep.48!

    Empowering Your Family & Business With EOS: Insights From Expert Harvey Yergin - Ep.48!

    Join Harvey Yergin as he discusses the profound journey of connecting deeply with his children, navigating the challenges of parenting shaped by generational trauma, and his professional life as an EOS implementer. Harvey shares how applying EOS tools has transformed his personal and professional life.
    Learn how to enhance communication, focus on core goals, and build stronger family bonds. Discover the impact of mentorship and planning on achieving long-term success. This video is a must-watch if you're an entrepreneur looking to streamline your business and achieve growth.

    From narrowing his focus and applying EOS tools to his personal life to enhancing communication with his spouse and involving his kids in his work, Harvey shares a holistic view of integrating life and work principles. Discover how he mentors his children, plans meaningful family trips, and aligns his family’s goals and values through a vision traction organizer.

    Additional key insights:

    - Generational trauma influences parenting.
    - Apologies strengthen child relationships.
    - Create safe spaces for open communication.
    - Focus narrowly on boosting productivity.
    - Filter decisions through core focus.
    - Personal accountability drives growth.
    - Accountability charts enhance organizational clarity.
    - Apply EOS tools to family planning.
    - Mentorship enriches children's lives.
    - Overnight trips build parent-child bonds.
    - Discuss work openly with children.
    - Enhance spouse communication for growth.
    - Align goals with values for fulfillment.
    - Facilitate future-focused family conversations.
    - Involve family in vision and planning.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Background Introduction
    01:40 Fatherhood Influence
    06:07 Fatherhood Insecurities
    08:57 Parental Impact
    11:18 It Didn't Start With You
    13:08 Fatherhood Takeaways
    14:18 Family Connections
    22:01 Fatherhood Growth
    26:27 Entrepreneurship Shift
    30:22 Becoming EOS Implementer
    32:36 Ideal EOS Clients
    34:43 Real Estate & EOS Balance
    35:30 Focus Refinement
    36:03 Decision-Making Focus
    37:06 Accountability Realization
    38:01 Clarity via Accountability
    39:01 Work-Life Balance
    40:15 EOS in Personal Life
    41:21 Mentoring for Kids
    43:29 CEO Parenting
    44:26 Family Vision Creation
    45:38 Family Goals Involvement
    48:05 Child-Focused Trips
    49:12 Work-Kid Communication
    51:29 Direct Child Communication
    56:15 Spouse Communication
    59:30 Fatherhood Growth
    01:00:00 Dad Lessons
    01:00:37 Vision with Spouse
    01:01:11 Family in Growth
    01:02:33 Vision for Future
    01:03:48 Spousal Goals
    01:04:45 Priorities Understanding
    01:05:12 Goals-Values Alignment
    01:06:06 Future Discussions
    01:07:19 Values Sharing
    01:08:12 Goal Crafting
    01:09:08 Goal Filtering
    01:10:16 Life Alignment
    01:11:48 Vision Setting
    01:12:19 Kids in Goal Setting
    01:13:03 Kids in Values
    01:14:19 Health-Family Balance
    01:17:09 Trip Planning
    01:18:00 Paris Planning
    01:23:08 Business Goals

    Connect with Harvey:

    Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/harvey.yerginiv
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyergin/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harvey-yergin-776590168/
    EOS WORLDWIDE: https://www.facebook.com/eosworldwide

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    • 1 hr 29 min
    Episode 47: Manifest Your Own Reality with Tony Johnson

    Episode 47: Manifest Your Own Reality with Tony Johnson

    "You have to live by core values, treat people the right way, and do the right things in life." —Tony Johnson
    Tony Johnson shares his personal experiences and the lessons he's learned on the road to success, all while highlighting the importance of not letting professional achievements overshadow family connections.
    Tony discusses opportunities in real estate, particularly office spaces, comparing the 2007 financial crisis to today's market. He emphasizes goal-setting, system implementation, and task delegation, and shares how he discusses work with his kids using the Culture Index. Tony concludes by highlighting the value of gratitude and personal growth over comparisons.

    Tony Johnson founded Timeless Properties Construction Co in 2007, developing it into a leader in commercial construction in eastern North Carolina with over $160 million in volume. In 2022, he launched Timeless Capital Investments LLC to enhance commercial real estate investments. He also produces Carolina Commercial Real Estate Connection, a platform for real estate discussions. A dedicated father of four, Tony is committed to community improvement and enjoys coaching soccer and other outdoor activities.

    Additional key insights:

    - Values strong business relationships.
    - Prioritizes goal-setting and seizing opportunities.
    - Applies Culture Index in business and family.
    - Emphasizes gratitude and self-improvement.
    - Focuses on building children's self-confidence.
    - Sees potential in office space investments.
    - Sees children’s sports as character building.
    - Stresses learning from business failures.

    And much more!

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Family Introduction
    01:25 - Reflections on Parenthood
    03:21 - Parenting Insights
    06:09 - Upbringing and Styles
    08:16 - Dad and Me
    10:46 - Father's Early Life
    12:24 - Kids and Sports
    16:17 - Pushing Sports on Son
    18:55 - Communicating with Kids
    22:45 - Avoiding Negative Influences
    25:01 - Discussing Drinking Risks
    36:59 - Career Shift to Development
    37:27 - From Bartending to Building
    40:07 - Construction Industry Entry
    42:33 - Financial Collapse Impact
    45:34 - Comparing Market Collapses
    48:26 - Real Estate Opportunities
    50:29 - Office Space Potential
    56:02 - Setting Goals
    01:07:57 - Discussing Work with Kids
    01:10:39 - Culture Index in Business
    01:13:34 - Gratitude for Achievements
    01:14:04 - Valuing Family Time
    01:17:45 - Quality Time Importance
    01:19:16 - Fambundance Insights
    01:22:50 - Goal Setting Power
    01:27:07 - Reality Manifestation
    01:30:09 - Balancing Family and Success

    Connect with Tony Johnson:

    Website: https://timelesspropertiescc.com/
    Email: tony@timelesspropertiescc.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-johnson-897255231/
    FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/TimelessProperties/?fref=ts
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timelesspropertiescc/
    YouTube: a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgpyXC2Tlx6mNBqA5-LgETQ" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    • 1 hr 34 min
    Episode 46: God Knows Better Than We Do with Chase Calhoun

    Episode 46: God Knows Better Than We Do with Chase Calhoun

    Chase Calhoun, a real estate investor and general contractor, draws inspiration from his childhood at a mountain cabin with his father. He incorporates his family into his travels and business, teaching them about diverse experiences and goal-setting. After exploring various careers post-college, he settled into real estate and construction.
    In a discussion with his friend Adam, they delve into why some children avoid family businesses, citing negative experiences. They emphasize the importance of being present, limiting phone use, and safely integrating technology in family settings. They also plan to enhance their children’s exposure to different cultures through travel, aiming to balance work and family life effectively.
    Some highlights from our call:
    "It's important that we give our kids the freedom to learn—but we also protect them as much as we can." —Chase Calhoun

    Additional key insights:

    - Family memories inspire goals
    - Family in business and travel
    - Teach kids financial literacy
    - Follow passion for fulfillment
    - Involve kids in business
    - Business participation is optional
    - Balance work and family
    - Prioritize presence over distractions
    - Protect kids online
    - Travel teaches cultural appreciation

    And much more!

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    09:23 Family Memories
    11:44 Family in Business
    23:01 Career Transition
    26:28 Child Development
    37:20 Business Scaling
    44:29 Property Management
    50:24 Kids in Business
    53:32 Work-Family Balance
    57:15 Minimizing Distractions
    01:01:07 Online Safety
    01:11:59 Family Travel
    01:14:14 Work-Life Balance

    Follow Chase Calhoun:

    Email: chasecalhoun.realestate@gmail.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasecalhoun.realestate/
    Website: https://www.chasecalhoun.com/
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chase-calhoun-801440a9

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    You can also visit our website at: https://ralcapitalgroup.com/

    • 1 hr 21 min
    Episode 45: I Make Decisions, Not Excuses with Alan Underwood

    Episode 45: I Make Decisions, Not Excuses with Alan Underwood

    In this episode, Alan Underwood shares his experiences growing up, focusing on his family's influence, especially that of his grandfather. He discusses the importance of instilling values in children, such as love for God, country, self, and others. Alan highlights the significance of intentional experiences and family traditions in shaping one's character. He talks about the need for establishing identity and setting goals, teaching children to choose their identity, creating a vision for the family, and empowering children to make choices about their future.
    Alan also emphasizes the value of intentional family time and the visualization of wealth. He shares insights into finding work-life balance, recognizing and correcting bad habits in children, and the importance of working smart and outsourcing tasks. The episode also covers involving children in the business and concludes with Alan's work with Angel Flight West, where he combines passion and service, significantly impacting people's lives.

    Some highlights from our call:

    "I've got to do everything I can to instill the values that I believe are important—it's love of God, love of country, love of self, and love of others. And if I can teach those things, then I think I've done my job." —Alan Underwood

    Additional key insights:

    - Alan's diverse business ventures
    - Family and grandfather's significant impact
    - Values: God, country, self, and others
    - Experiences and traditions shape identity
    - Angel Flight West aids in need
    - Involved in disaster relief missions
    - Operates on donations, extensive aid
    - Passion and service in charities

    And much more!

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction
    03:15 Business Ventures
    08:50 Family Influence
    12:05 Car Dealership Insights
    16:26 Restaurant Industry Experiences
    20:23 Grandfather's Lessons
    24:34 Homeschooling Values
    29:26 Love and Values
    33:35 Family Traditions
    39:14 Values and Behavior
    42:07 Identity Goals
    43:21 Choosing Identity
    45:15 Family Vision
    46:13 Empowering Choices
    47:03 Family Visualization
    48:26 Work-Life Balance
    49:49 Life-Changing Power
    50:18 Correcting Habits
    52:22 Business-Family Balance
    54:48 Smart Working
    56:18 Children in Business
    58:26 Business Education
    01:00:46 Hiring Strengths
    01:06:59 Angel Flight Involvement
    01:21:45 Angel Flight Camps
    01:23:07 Missions and Relief
    01:24:05 Donation Impacts
    01:26:11 Service Passion
    01:28:18 Closing Remarks

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    Follow Alan Underwood:

    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/the-alan-underwood
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/thealanunderwood?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alan.underwood.54/
    Momentum Capital Group: https://mmtmgrp.invportal.com/login
    Angel Flight West: https://www.angelflightwest.org/

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    • 1 hr 34 min
    Episode 44: I Don't Know Love Until I Have Kids with Steve Blentlinger

    Episode 44: I Don't Know Love Until I Have Kids with Steve Blentlinger

    "At the end of the day, those little things that you do—are what the kids are going to remember, like taking the time to play Monopoly Lithium or learn a new board game." — Steve Blentlinger
    Steve Blentlinger, a seasoned entrepreneur and project manager in construction, details his path from growing up on an Illinois farm, where he learned the value of hard work from his parents, to becoming a key figure in the industry.

    Steve began his career in construction, eventually co-founding Payline Data, a credit card processing company, and exploring real estate development. After selling Payline, he faced a pivotal choice between continuing in construction or exploring new ventures. Choosing to stick with his roots, Steve relaunched his construction company.

    He highlights the crucial role of assembling a supportive team and the impact of personal health, particularly sleep, on professional success. Throughout, Steve stresses the importance of family, fostering connections, and sharing knowledge, underscoring his belief in the role of teaching beyond traditional educational settings.

    Additional key insights:

    - Learned work ethic from farmers.
    - Values family, supported by wife.
    - Relaunched construction firm, explores ventures.
    - Driven by vision and growth.
    - Implements EOS for efficiency.
    - Hires right, delegates effectively.
    - Integrates kids into business.
    - Prioritizes health and sleep.
    - Focuses on family time and travel.
    - Exposes kids to diverse cultures.
    - Teaches kids work ethic and resilience.
    - Shares knowledge, teaches broadly.

    And much more!

    Chapters:

    00:00 Intro & Family
    09:25 Education & Career
    26:49 Company Acquisition
    35:00 Importance of Systems
    46:06 Vision & Passion
    55:57 Balancing Family & Work
    01:04:14 Creating Memories
    01:14:30 Connecting with Kids
    01:29:39 Teaching Hard Work

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    Follow Steve:

    FB: https://facebook.com/sblentlinger/  
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/sblentlinger
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sblentlinger
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sblentlinger/ 
    Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/redwoodbuilt/
    Payline: https://www.paylinedata.com/
    REDWOOD:: https://redwoodbuilt.com/

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    • 1 hr 44 min
    Episode 43: Put Yourself First with Carlos Rovira

    Episode 43: Put Yourself First with Carlos Rovira

    In this episode, Carlos Rovira discusses his upbringing in a Cuban immigrant family and its influence on his conservative business approach. He describes his shift from Yahoo to real estate investment, starting with a duplex and expanding to a property portfolio. He talks about his hiring practices, the importance of team selection, and his commercial real estate ambitions.
    Carlos also shares his lack of financial education as a child and his efforts to teach his children about debt, leverage, and interest. He emphasizes the balance between work and family life, influenced by his background, and his parenting style.

    Finally, he highlights the importance of self-care and relationships, and his new hobby of flying.

    Some highlights from our call:

    “If you're not healthy yourself, you're not going to be able to serve others at your fullest potential…" — Carlos Rovira

    Additional key insights:

    - Immigrant family influence
    - Impact of "Rich Dad Poor Dad"
    - Importance of hiring right
    - Using recruiters
    - Creating systems
    - Open communication
    - Setting clear goals
    - Investment searching
    - Teaching children financial literacy
    - Prioritizing self-care
    - Pursuing hobbies

    And much more!

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Intro and Background
    09:26 Early Influences
    18:14 Career Shift to Real Estate
    25:52 Employee Management
    35:38 Business Expansion Goals
    38:14 Real Estate with Kids
    42:14 Properties in Miami & Kansas City
    49:00 Financial Education
    53:30 Work-Family Balance
    57:30 Childhood Influences
    01:04:30 Self-Care & Relationships
    01:09:30 Flying Hobby
    01:11:46 Pilot License Journey
    01:12:24 Flying Challenges & Rewards

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    Follow Carlos Rovira:

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/roviraco
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecarlosrovira
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecarlosrovira
    Email: carlos@rovirarealty.com
    Rovira Realty: https://www.facebook.com/rovirapm
    Website: https://rovirapropertymanagement.com/

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    • 1 hr 21 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

hyergin ,

Rich with takeaways

Adam does a great job driving the podcast, guest list and conversation to make sure his listeners get max value from the time they spend with him. Highly recommend!

ngris00 ,

Great perspective on finding the balance

Really enjoy the content of this show, great perspective on finding the balance of business and fatherhood, keep the episodes coming!

Desmond1229 ,

Here’s to real men

Entrepreneurship, with a lot of content on how to be a father. Many podcasts speak about generational wealth, but not a lot touch upon the mindset of being a dad. Keep producing!

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