Listener Notice: Please be aware that today's episode of our podcast includes content that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. We advise listener discretion due to mature themes or language that some may find inappropriate for younger audiences. Thank you for tuning in responsibly! ____ Anthony Vigilante shares how growing up with a distant father influenced his approach to fatherhood, emphasizing intentionality and self-improvement. He shifted from corporate life to real estate to be closer to his family, finding closure and understanding after reconnecting with his father two decades later. He stresses the importance of understanding, forgiveness, continuous learning through books and groups, and engaging with his children in meaningful ways. Balancing work and family, he aims to instill a work ethic and perseverance in his kids, encouraging them to explore both corporate and entrepreneurial paths. Anthony highlights the crucial role of fathers, advocating for active participation and shared hobbies to foster strong parent-child bonds. Some highlights from our call: “Reconnecting with my dad was a realization of the importance of family." - Anthony Vigilante Additional key insights: - Focus on intentional parenting - Family history shapes parenting - Reconnect with family for healing - Value forgiveness and understanding - Choose careers that enhance family time - Seek parenting insights from books and groups - Balance work-life; teach work ethic - Use daily activities for learning - Encourage kids' interests in all career paths - Enjoy shared activities And much more! Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Background 13:20 Understanding and Forgiving His Dad 30:46 Anthony's Approach to Fatherhood 38:53 The Joy of Spending Time with Children 48:54 Teaching Work Ethic and Determination 56:37 Leading by Example and Finding Teaching Moments 01:05:36 Supporting Children's Happiness and Aspirations 01:13:31 The Influence of Society and Media ____ Follow Anthony Vigilante: Email: [email protected] FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.vigilante/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyvigilante/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and be updated with our latest episodes at youtube.com/@thebizdad You can also watch and listen on Rumble at:  https://rumble.com/user/thebizdad You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favorite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-bizdad-podcast/id1692797876 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UKSJyYyYu5tBcFGgWQvEe Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebizdad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamlabarr/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bizdad-podcast/ You can also visit our website at: https://ralcapitalgroup.com/