Leadership in Parenting (Part 1) | Episode 134

In this episode of The Dirty Side of Leadership, Ron and Kristin explore how leadership begins at home. From building trust through daily connection to guiding kids toward strength, kindness, and resilience, this episode reframes parenting as the ultimate test of leadership.

They share practical, real-world lessons — including how to model integrity, manage friendships, teach emotional literacy, and help kids fail safely. Ron and Kristin unpack how empathy, consistency, and boundaries shape the next generation of confident, emotionally intelligent leaders.

Key Takeaways:

Parenting is leadership on the front lines — it’s about presence, not perfection.
Consistency beats intensity every time.
Be curious, not controlling — connection is built through small, daily moments.
Model before you mentor.
Set boundaries without building barriers.
Celebrate effort as much as achievement.
Coming Next Week:

Part Two of Leadership & Parenting features guest Troy Robinson, Head of Sales at AI Vector, discussing how technology can help parents protect their children from online predators while encouraging healthy independence.

Co-hosts: Ron Ward and Kristin Sokoloff
Sponsor: 4Ward Operations
Producer: Stephen Ridley
Facebook Group Administrator: Cassy Roop

Sponsored by: Kovo Home — empowering parents with elegant, effective AI technology that enforces healthy digital boundaries, prevents grooming and cyberattacks, and supports children’s growth from safety to self-actualization. Learn more at kovohome.com.

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