HBR Working Dads Collection (6 Books)

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Bringing Your Dad Network Together

by Scott Behson

Quick Takes

• Create a fatherhood network to provide you with relationships, advice, and support
• Start with other dads you know from work and your kids’ schools
• Stop worrying about feeling awkward or coming off as too eager
• Make spending time with your dad network a regular part of your schedule

You’re at an industry conference. You’ve been chatting with a new acquaintance after the keynote address. You’ve hit it off and have some things in common. He works in the same industry you do and faces a lot of the same challenges at his work. Do you exchange information, stay in touch, and follow up with him to talk shop and give each other help and advice? Because you understand the importance ...