Stories of Remarkable Dads

This is where I share great lessons from other dads. They were relayed to me by daughters and sons. What he did. What he said. The difference he made in their lives.

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The Green Run

I stood atop the mountain, looking down at the treacherous descent that lay before me. I wasn't ready for this. Why had I agreed to such a perilous fate? Read more

Tuesday’s Child

The North Tower had been hit — Peter's dad worked in the South Tower. His panic subsided only a little as he watched the terrible event unfold.Read more

It "Runs" in the Family

One of the greatest lessons Dad ever taught me — it's never too late to pursue a new passion. You're never too old.Read more

The Dog Biscuit

Keep your word. If by nothing else, great men are made on this one principle. You will eat this dog biscuit, or we will stand out here all night until you do.Read more

The Problem With Privilege

There is tension in Texas. In a state where football is religion, and star quarterbacks revered, the hot topic is 20-year-old Jonathan Manziel, aka "Johnny Football."Read more

Driving Miss Janie

Dad not only taught me the value of taking care of your customers, he also taught me the value in taking care of my finances.Read more

How to Make Millions Working for Free

You need an 8-second WHY ME. It's got to be an IRRESISTIBLE reason why you (and only you) should be the ONLY choice to sell anyone's home.Read more

The 8-Second "WHY YOU?"

As usual, Chubby came to the rescue. He told me I needed an indisputable "WHY ME." Something so easy to understand that people would "get it" in eight seconds.Read more

Do You Have an Indisputable WHY ME?

19 years old. Trying to make it in real estate like Chubby, my dad. But no one was saying "yes." Why Me?Read more

It’s 100% Jingle ‘Til It’s Time to Jangle

To Chubby, effective leadership was a straightforward concept. It is about understanding people. Knowing that when you do this, they will do that.Read more

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