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Capital HackingE398: Be the Dad Your Kids Remember Forever: The Front Row Formula with Jon VromanIn this engaging conversation, Jon Vroman shares his journey from creating the Front Row Foundation to establishing Front Row Dads, a community focused on supporting fathers in balancing their family and professional lives. The discussion highlights the importance of brotherhood, accountability, and creating meaningful experiences with children. Jon reflects on personal growth, the evolution of his initiatives, and the significance of building relationships within a supportive community.Ultimate Show Notes:00:02:30 - Jon Vroman shares the story behind the Front Row Foundation00:05:30 - The impact of the Front Row Foundation and its mission2025-06-0537 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanCrisis Leadership: Redefining a Company in 48 HoursEver wonder what kind of leader you’d be when everything hits the fan? Not when things are smooth. But when your product fails. The internet comes for your company. And you’ve got 48 hours to decide who you really are. That’s exactly what happened to Jason Bronstad, CEO of MALK Organics—and what he did in that moment didn’t just save the business… It defined it. In this raw, honest, and wildly insightful episode, Jon sits down with Jason to unpack how a mission-driven company scaled from $12M to $100M, wi...2025-05-0317 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanFatherhood Before and After FRD: Jon VromanAre you truly intentional in your role as a father? Are you aligned with what matters most in your life? Are you ready to expand your capacity and evolve with other grounded men Here's a glimpse of Jon Vroman, founder of Front Row Dads, sharing his "past vs present" highlights and evolution into AWAKENING and answering the call to intentional fatherhood. Join FRD ENGAGE to embark on a learning journey with Jon and the FRD Brotherhood - a community of like-minded men committed to growth, leadership, and family-first success....2025-04-1425 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanInside FRD’s New 5-Week Experience: EngageWhat if five weeks could realign everything? In this episode, Jon Vroman and Ali Jafarian give you a behind-the-scenes look at Engage — the new FRD experience built for ambitious men ready to go deeper in fatherhood, business, and life. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at: Why this program was created (and who it’s really for) The real challenges men are facing — from burnout to loneliness What to expect each week on the journey (Awakening, The Man, The Family, The Business, Integration) Why this isn’t just another Zoom call ...2025-04-1041 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanThe Self-Love Blueprint: Unlocking Authentic Living with Adam RoaIn this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Adam Roa—spoken word artist, transformational coach, and creator of the viral poem You Are Who You’ve Been Looking For, viewed over 250 million times. Together, we explore the transformative power of self-love, and I share my own emotional journey toward truly loving myself—a journey that has profoundly impacted my marriage, my parenting, and my sense of peace. This conversation moved me deeply, and at one point, I found myself overwhelmed by emotion. It reminded me of the power of self-connection and the courage it takes to look within...2025-01-2934 min
Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman7 Lessons in 29 Minutes On Fatherhood from Relationship Expert Mark GrovesIn today’s episode, we’re diving into fatherhood with a perspective that will challenge, inspire, and empower you. Our guest, Mark Groves, a globally recognized expert in relationships and personal growth, shares powerful insights and transformative lessons from his journey to becoming the best version of himself—for his son, his family, and his own growth. Here’s what we cover: Vitality and Parenting: Why staying fit and mobile is crucial for being an active, present dad. Emotional Repairs: How to recognize and repair emotional reactivity with your child. Communication Mastery...2025-01-2229 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanMasculine Leadership in Love: Creating Safety, Trust, and Passion with Sam Gibbs MorrisThis week, we dive into the beautiful, messy, and transformative journey of relationships. This is the second part of my interview with Sam Gibbs Morris, a men’s coach, speaker, and relationship mentor, who shares his insights on masculinity, love, and emotional growth. In this episode, Sam explains why being in a relationship is like attending 1,000 funerals—a willingness to let go of past versions of your partner to fully embrace who they are today. We Cover: Letting Go of Expectations - How to release control and embrace love as it is. T...2025-01-1526 minFront Row Dads with Jon Vroman5 Steps to Achieve Your Family Goals with Hal ElrodHave you ever felt like you're working harder than ever, but somehow missing what truly matters? This week, we’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes of all time—a replay of a powerful master class with Hal Elrod from 2019. As we head into the new year, this conversation is as timely and relevant as ever. In this episode, Hal shares the radical changes he made after a life-altering health scare to reclaim his time, focus on what truly matters, and design a life of deep connection. We cover: Prac...2024-12-111h 04Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe Weight of Shame: What Every Man Must Understand to Heal with Sam Gibbs MorrisIn this week’s episode we explore one of the most pervasive, yet rarely discussed emotions men face: shame. Joining me is Sam Gibbs Morris, a men’s coach, speaker, and soon-to-be father, whose personal journey from addiction and self-doubt to healing and empowerment will leave you with the tools and strategies to overcome shame. Together, we unpack the role of shame in shaping men’s lives, relationships, and legacies. We Cover: Origins of Shame - How childhood experiences shape adult insecurities. Addiction and Shame - Why we use substan...2024-12-0339 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanEmotional Literacy 101: A Quick Guide for Fathers with Jim DethmerFellas, In 24 minutes the great Jim Dethmer gives a master class on Emotional Literacy. (This recording is a clip from a longer training we did for our members. We have over 100 trainings like this in our content vault.) For those that don’t know, Jim is a best selling author and Co-Founder of The Conscious Leadership Group. Jim speaks with insights from his 45 years of helping leaders be their best. He shares why recognizing and processing emotions is essential for not just your personal growth but also for building stronger relationships with your k...2024-11-2626 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanBoundaries 101: Master the Art of Protecting Your Time and Energy with Dr Robert GloverWe cover a lot in this 24 min episode on boundaries. Dr. Robert Glover is a seasoned marriage and family therapist, he takes us on a crash course to understand why boundaries are more than just lines—they're essential tools for creating authentic and meaningful relationships. Main Topics Covered: Why Boundaries Matter: How setting them is crucial for emotional safety and self-respect. Misunderstandings About Boundaries: Why they aren’t about pushing people away but inviting deeper connection. Practical Exercises: A powerful demonstration that transformed our guest’s understanding of personal space. The Cultural Influence: How societal...2024-11-1124 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHow to Attract the Feminine: 16 min of No BS Advice with Dr. Robert GloverIn this 16 minute gem with FRD Live facilitator Dr. Robert Glover, best selling author of No More Mr. Nice Guy, we go into how embodying your fullest self naturally attracts the feminine energy in your life and what it takes to be the guy at the concert enjoying the show. Here’s a taste of what you’ll learn: Why the feminine is deeply drawn to a man who’s confident, knows where he’s going, and enjoys the journey. Simple practices to get grounded and shed the self-doubt and shame that hold you back...2024-11-0716 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanManaging Sleep & Anxiety as a Midlife Male and the Sweet Spot Between Hustle and Happiness with Greg ScheinmanGentlemen, I’ve got Greg Scheinman here with me today. Greg is a performance coach, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and author of The Midlife Male, a guide to helping men feel happier, healthier, and lead rewarding lives in their 40s and 50s. We kicked things off by digging into some common ground: Waking up at 3 a.m. with that old and eerily familiar friend… anxiety. We talked about what works for us to get better sleep and some potential triggers that seem to cause those restless and sleepless nights. We also talked about approaching midl...2024-08-061h 02
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanVroman Family Cornerstones, Love & Respect and NOT Following In Your Father’s Footsteps with Jon & Rick VromanFellas, today's episode is near and dear to my heart because I'm here with my very own Front Row Dad, Rick Vroman. Many of you are likely aware of my father's impact in shaping the man I am today, but we're digging a little deeper here and going back to my father's childhood and taking a peek into our own evolution as fathers. You'll hear what it was like for my father to grow up with a pretty demanding dad and his experiences and importance of hard work and providing for his family. But we'll also get...2024-06-111h 07
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHaving Fun with Co-parenting & Double Dates and the Evolution of Front Row Dads with Hal ElrodHal Elrod is the author of The Miracle Morning, one of the most life-changing books ever written and has sold over 2 million copies. Hal has been a huge part of my life and a legend in the FRD community since the very beginning, and he has inspired so many people to be the best versions of themselves. So today, we’re taking a trip down memory lane to the beginning of Front Row Dads in 2016. Hal and I share how that gathering paved the way for a thriving global brotherhood of over 300+ incredible humans on a mission to...2024-04-231h 02Front Row Dads with Jon VromanManufacturing Serendipity, Sharing Your Superhero Powers and Creating Divine Moments & EPIC Experiences with Giovanni MarsicoIt finally happened! I've got Giovanni Marsico with me on the pod today. Gio is a 2x EMMY® Award-Winning Producer, TedX Speaker, and the Founder and CEO of Archangel, a global community of superhero entrepreneurs and game-changers on a mission to impact millions of people together. We had a lot of fun digging into how Gio believes we can manufacture serendipity if we allow ourselves to stay present and tune in. You'll also hear Gio talk about when his teachers realized he was gifted at a young age and how it wasn't as fun as you'd imagine. Bu...2024-01-231h 01
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanEmotion Coach Parenting, Anger Management and Defeating Hopelessness with Sean DonohueSean Donohue is a rockstar in the family coaching world and the brains behind Parenting Modern Teens. He’s also the host of The Sean Donohue Show, which ranks among the top 10 parenting podcasts globally, and his videos and teachings have reached tens of millions worldwide. In our conversation, we weaved our way through managing our anger when we’re triggered, emotion coaching and how we can apply that to our parenting styles. We also talked about being present and intentional with our kids, getting comfortable with being uncomfortable and just being human and leaning in whe...2023-12-121h 10
18 Summers: Podcast for ParentsMen’s Guide to Balancing Business, Parenting, Partnerships with Jon VromanLearn what challenges men face in embracing stillness, space, and inner peace in our latest episode featuring Jon Vroman to gain insights into the role of men in the growth and understanding of their spouses. Immerse yourself in time-tested advice on parenting and nurturing meaningful relationships by listening in! Key takeaways to listen for What impact can space bring in your life and romantic relationships How stillness cultivates calmness in your personal energy An approach to regulate the nervous system of your companion Setting boundaries and how it helps stabilize your relationship dynamics Why min...2023-06-0737 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanYour Best Year Ever By Becoming Your Best Version Ever, Writing Books & Sustainable Change with Josh PainterOne of the reasons that I started Front Row Dads is that I knew I needed to grow and evolve if I wanted to become the best version of myself. Getting out of our comfort zones can be scary because it feels safer to stay where we are. But in reality, we’re robbing ourselves of a life of abundance in every way. Ultimately, we’re responsible for how we show up in life. If we allow ourselves to live on autopilot, there is no growth and we’ll fall short of being the best versio...2022-11-3053 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanReforming Fatherhood, Dancing With The Ego, New Frames of Failure and The Value of Space with Josh TrentGentlemen, we are flipping the script today. I was recently interviewed by my good friend, Josh Trent, on his Wellness + Wisdom podcast and the feedback was incredible so I want to share it with you today. If you haven't checked out his podcast before, I highly recommend that you do. We really opened ourselves up to share our perspectives on a number of topics. We talk about understanding ego, the uncool dad stereotypes, masculine/feminine energy, reforming fatherhood and so much more. Josh will be a guest at the Front Row Dads Live...2022-11-161h 46
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHow Burning Man Made Me A Better Dad and Husband Through A Deeper Understanding of Energy and Our Nervous System with Joshua WennerAll right, fellas. It might sound cliché, but it's the truth. I'm back, and I'm better than ever! For those that don't know, I took a mini hiatus from the podcast to attend my first Burning Man festival. All I can say, and I can speak for Tatyana here, too, is we're burners for life. It was that good! To say that it was an incredible and transformational experience would be an understatement. And joining me to try and unpack just what the hell happened with me at Burning Man is my new friend, Joshua W...2022-09-231h 02
Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman3 Lessons to Help You Level Up Your Dad Game in the Next 90 Days with Jon Vroman and Hal ElrodAll right, fellas. Today we're replaying the webinar I co-hosted with my good friend Hal Elrod last week. For those that missed it, here's your chance to get all the great insights that were shared to help you level up your Dad game and be the best husband and businessman that you can be. The reality is, most parents struggle to communicate meaningfully with their kids, and it's one of the biggest reasons why they feel like they're being shut out of their kids' lives. This community is made up of amazing human beings who...2022-06-231h 22Front Row Dads with Jon VromanYour Family Rules of Life, Unshakable Values, and Habit Stacking with Kasim AslamDo your kids know your rules of life? Do you know your rules of life? I’ve got the Vroman Family values, but I’ve never put pen to paper on what our “rules of life” really are. My guest today, and FRD brother, Kasim Aslam has an unbelievable approach to sharing his rules of life with his boys (we go deep into this during the show, and you can see the rules of life below). Also, let’s talk about habits for a minute. Yeah…you’ve probably read all the books, listened to all the shows, but most da...2022-03-231h 08
The Rich EquationEp. 57 | Jon Vroman - The True Sense of a Front Row DadOn this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by Jon Vroman. Jon is the founder of Front Row Dads, whose mission is to help men deepen their connection with their children and build a family legacy that they're proud of. Over the last five years, Front Row dads have become a diverse group of 230 dads from different countries who share a common bond on fatherhood as they grow their businesses. In this episode, Jon shares the inspiration behind Front Row Dads. He talked about his inspiration and how he started this journey. He shares h...2022-03-2249 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanStriking a Shark Tank Deal, Balancing Life, Kids Bikes & Hypertrophy Specific Training with Kyle JansenThe average dude in their 20’s is usually still trying to figure a lot of things out. From finishing school, finding their passion or just figuring themselves out and being the man that they want to be. But for Kyle Jansen, he knew exactly what he wanted to do, he went for it, and now he’s totally crushing it. When Kyle was 20 years old, he had left his home and left school to pursue his passion in creating and developing a new braking system for bikes. Seven years later, he appeared on Shar...2022-03-091h 14
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe FRD Colorado Adventure with Chris Emick, Ali Jafarian & Jon VromanAfter hearing about Front Row Dads, several guys have shared with me that they’re just not having important conversations around family, parenting, marriage, sex, health, money, etc. They all have buddies, but they’re basically shooting the shit around things that are topical and typical. It’s weather, sports and with some “How are the kids?” questions, and then the boring “Kids are great” responses. After guys join FRD, I’ll often hear some version of, “I had a deeper conversation in the first few hours of being here than I’ve had with any of my friends over the past...2022-02-0955 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanThe One Word Family Mission & Community Gathering with Seth DaileyGentleman, if you had to pick your One Word for the year, what would it be? For those that aren’t aware, the One Word concept is from a book titled, One Word That Will Change Your Life by Jon Gordon, Dan Britton, and Jimmy Page. The idea is to pick a word for the year, write it down (or, even better, create a painting with it), and then simply pay attention to how the word shows up in your life throughout the year. The whole idea for this episode came about from the...2022-01-1333 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe Lies That We Tell Ourselves with Jon VromanGentlemen, I want to share two quick stories with you today. This is a short episode about the lies that we tell ourselves and a realization that I had after our big move into our new home. After reading my friend John Ruhlin's Facebook post, it really hit home and inspired me to jump on the microphone today. I'm sure many of you can relate to this as well. Enjoy! Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would...2021-10-0813 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanRV Life: The Ups and Downs of Being on the Road“I wouldn’t take the trip back for anything, but boy it kicked my ass!” Gents, in this episode we’re talking all about RV life — extended road trips, trailers, camping, and year round travel with the entire family. In case you missed it, I bought a 17-foot trailer and embarked on one of the most challenging family trips of my life. We made some incredible memories, but it wasn’t exactly sunshine and rainbows either. Since returning home from the Vroman's big RV adventure (earlier than anticipated), I’ve been getting A LOT of questions…...2021-08-121h 29
The Lifestyle Investor - Investing, Passive Income, Wealth034: Jon Vroman on What it Means to Be a Family Man FirstWhen I started a family, I made a very intentional decision that I wasn’t going to trade time for money. I knew I wanted to show up at every game, recital, and important activity for my daughter, so I decided I was going to build a life that would give me and my family lifestyle freedom — and that’s exactly what I did!But, just because I created that freedom, it didn’t mean that I was automatically an amazing husband and father. In fact, for someone who’s always been a high achieving, hard workin...2021-06-1759 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanDad Advice: Words of Wisdom From Men Who Love Being Dads with Craig KesslerWhat would you learn if you asked 40 amazing guys to write you a letter sharing their best dad advice? Well, Craig Kessler did exactly this — and now he’s sharing everything he learned in his new book, The Dad Advice Project: Words of Wisdom From Guys Who Love Being Dad (coming out on June 1). Dad Advice: Words of Wisdom From Men Who Love Being Dads with Craig Kessler As you’ll hear in my chat with Craig, his inspiration for the book actually stemmed from not having a great relationship with his own father...2021-05-2049 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanRaising Resilient Boys, Being Wild at Heart and Finding Healthy Ways to Fight with John EldredgeWhen everyone in your life tells you to read a book, the world is telling you something. This is exactly what happened with John Eldredge’s book, Wild at Heart. It started with my friend Ryan Mickler, who’d been talking about his work for years, and soon I felt like I’d heard this recommendation from over eighty guys I trust. When I finally read it, I was stunned by his work and his message–and today’s conversation left me just as floored. Raising Resilient Boys, Being Wild at Heart and Finding Hea...2021-05-1354 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanHow to Play Off Your Partner's Parenting Strengths with Brandon MillerAs entrepreneurs and business owners, we’ve all taken tests like Myers-Briggs, DISC, and Core Values Index to better understand who we are and where we naturally shine. But so few of us have used tools like these to understand our strengths as parents, even though it’s one of the most important roles in our lives! Today’s guest, my friend Brandon Miller, is the co-author of Incredible Family: Discover Your Parenting Strengths and Raise Your Kids with Confidence. Not only is the book packed with great information, but it also includes a powerful parenting assessment tool t...2021-03-0458 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanTrue Companions: This is how you find ‘em and keep ‘em with Dr. Kelly FlanaganDo you have true companions in your life? And let’s back up for a minute -- how do you define a true companion anyways? Is your wife a true companion? Returning to the show, my friend Dr. Kelly Flanagan and I are going to talk about how to build true companionship with the people who are most important to us. Before Kelly joined the Front Row Dads brotherhood, I knew him as a speaker, elite-level coach, and badass author of the book Loveable, which our guys raved about. In his...2021-02-0449 min
The Rising Man PodcastRMP 152 - Impeccable Paternal Love with Jon VromanStriking the right balance between spending quality time with family and executing on our missions is one of the trickiest parts of manhood. As the host of the Front Row Dads podcast and platform, Jon Vroman uncovers the habits, strategies, and routines that help men win at home and in business. We also cover why to value the process over results, what all new fathers need to hear, and how to design the life of your dreams. Listen in and RISE UP! Show Notes: Why no amount of books can make up fo...2020-12-1049 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanEmbracing Your Inner Beta Male with Billy and Brandy Eldridge [Encore]Billy and Brandy Eldridge join the podcast to talk all about The Beta Male Revolution - a movement for the modern man who wants to learn new ways to live beta. Today, we’re putting the spotlight on a brand of masculinity that some would criticize while others would say is a critical distinction that helps all men thrive. Gold Nuggets How beta male partners can light up their wives A true beta male is a rockstar behind closed doors, learn why How being an alpha and beta male can look alike Balancing your...2020-10-0709 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanBeta vs. Alpha Male with Billy & Brandy EldridgeBilly and Brandy Eldridge join the podcast to talk all about The Beta Male Revolution - a movement for the modern man who wants to learn new ways to live beta. Today, we’re putting the spotlight on a brand of masculinity that some would criticize while others would say is a critical distinction that helps all men thrive. Gold Nuggets How beta male partners can light up their wives A true beta male is a rockstar behind closed doors, learn why How being an alpha and beta male can look alike Balancing your...2020-10-0551 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanStop Rescuing Your Kids with Skylar Pond [Encore]When should you stop rescuing your kids? How much should we let our kids struggle? My guest today grew up with altruistic visionary hippy vegetarian parents in a logging community. Yep, you heart that right. Dr. Skylar Pond and I had a killer chat about combat sports, comfort zones and what it takes to be the toughest SOB in america. Other rabbit holes we travel down… The story of Calcio Storico in Florence, Italy How to view kids sports When parents overprotection hurts How hard should dads p...2020-09-0211 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanMental Conditioning Through Discomfort with Skyler Pond How much should we let our kids struggle? My guest today grew up with altruistic visionary hippy vegetarian parents in a logging community. Yep, you heart that right. Dr. Skylar Pond and I had a killer chat about combat sports, comfort zones and what it takes to be the toughest SOB in america. Other rabbit holes we travel down… The story of Calcio Storico in Florence, Italy How to view kids sports When parents overprotection hurts How hard should dads push their kids? What is tempo failure...2020-08-3156 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanIs Your Ego Out of Control? With Mike Brcic [Encore]In this encore episode Mike Brcic discusses if your ego out of control KEY TAKEAWAYS: The egos question for validation The 2 most important metrics for business -- profit and happiness How to build a system in your company to stop working crazy hours How to know if your ego is at play Having a super clear vision for your company Guiding principles What is an “issues list” Why you must have a playbook Escapism QUOTE “You need people who are inspired by what you do and inspired by that vision” - Michael Brcic “When we want to show our kids how to be...2020-08-1914 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanBuilding a Business While Raising a Family with Mike BrcicMichael Brcic joins the podcast to discuss how to help busy entrepreneurs take inventory of their life, and manage their business with an end goal of helping them spend more time with their family. KEY TAKEAWAYS: The egos question for validation The 2 most important metrics for business -- profit and happiness How to build a system in your company to stop working crazy hours How to know if your ego is at play Having a super clear vision for your company Guiding principles What is an “issues list” Why you must have a playbook Escapism QUOTE “You need people who a...2020-08-1759 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThis Discipline Strategy WorkedJon hosts a dialogue around the discipline, boundaries, and consequences we have with our children. ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. The Front Row Dads brotherhood is changing that. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally...2020-07-3118 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanBoundaries and Behaviors with Kids with Michael Barron [Encore]In today’s encore episode, Michael Barron discusses discipline, boundaries and behaviors with kids ABOUT THE GUEST Michael Barron is currently a Partner at Vineland Ventures. He has more than 20 years of experience as a professional investor and business owner. During that time, he has worked closely with some of the country’s most successful entrepreneurs, executives and families. Prior to joining Vineland Ventures, Michael was a Senior Director at BNY Mellon Wealth Management, and a Portfolio Manager & Director at ICC Capital Management As member of the Quantitative Strategies Group, he managed single and multi-strategy equity portfolios. Prev...2020-07-2910 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanRaising Self-Reliant Kids & Creating Space to Think with Michael BarronIn today’s episode, Michael Barron joins the podcast to discuss his experiences growing up, significant struggles as a father, and how he is helping himself and his kids find the balance between being self-reliant and responsible, versus knowing when to ask for help. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Why are men uncomfortable asking for help The nuance between raising self-reliant kids and team players What it means to hold space for a parallel path What is “Yes, and” listening Balance is an easy thing to talk about, and difficult to put into practice What currency do your kids value? Moving from discipl...2020-07-2750 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanPrioritizing Your Wife with Steve Olsher [Encore]In this encore episode, we speak with Steve Olsher about the importance of prioritizing your wife KEY TAKEAWAYS: Why what Dads think is true, likely is not Allowing kids to create their own moral code The danger of absolutes The fight against practicality Getting triggered by kids messes Giving kids the full human experience Stop trying to steer the experience Prioritize your wife is the greatest gift to the kids QUOTE “You want to empower your kids to make the right choices and give them the opportunity to create their own m...2020-07-2211 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanKids Creating their Own Moral Code with Steve OlsherIn this episode, we speak with Steve Olsher about the importance of empowering your children to create their own moral code and make their own decisions. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Why what Dads think is true, likely is not Allowing kids to create their own moral code The danger of absolutes The fight against practicality Getting triggered by kids messes Giving kids the full human experience Stop trying to steer the experience Prioritize your wife is the greatest gift to the kids QUOTE “You want to empower your kids to make the righ...2020-07-2052 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe 10 Cent Criticism Cure with Brandon MillerThe repeated messages we hear and the stories we tell about ourselves shape our reality and what our children believe to be true. In the latest member clip discussion, Brandon Miller talks about the message you are sending to your kids. 1. What are some of the repeated messages you send to your child? 2. What messages do you want to send? 3. How could you make sure those messages are repeated often? For every 1 negative message we send, it is offset by at minimum 5 positive messages. *Think and craft what messages...2020-07-1712 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanGiving Your Kids Permission to Be Who They Are with Jeff Perera [Encore]In today’s encore episode, Jeff Perera discusses giving your kids permission to be who they are Full episode highlights: KEY TAKEAWAYS: The ladder of manhood Be the lesson in action It’s okay to be different Growing up with a violent father Being surrounded by emotionless men When strength stops helping, and starts hurting Seeing Dad afraid for the first time Was Michael Jordan a great example of manhood? The importance of doing more than you have to QUOTE “We are taught that to be a man, you need to have all the answers, and anything less...2020-07-1514 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe True Measure of a Man with Jeff Perera In today’s episode, Jeff Perera joins the podcast to discuss what it means to be a real man, his personal journey and experiences growing up, and how our actions impact other people, especially our children. KEY TAKEAWAYS: The ladder of manhood Be the lesson in action It’s okay to be different Growing up with a violent father Being surrounded by emotionless men When strength stops helping, and starts hurting Seeing Dad afraid for the first time Was Michael Jordan a great example of manhood? The importance of doing more than you have to QUOTE “We are taught t...2020-07-1354 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanYour Next Physical Challenge with Ken WimberlyAre you looking for a physical challenge? In this member clip Ken Wimberly explains where you can find it! ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. The Front Row Dads brotherhood is changing that. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so...2020-07-1009 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHow to Be a Strength-Based Parent with Brandon Miller [Encore]In this encore episode Brandon Miller describes how to be a strength based parent KEY TAKEAWAYS: Moving from frustration to fascination Your child is not broken As a parent, you have what it takes to raise your kids How parents deal with conflicting advice Being able to sustain new ideas at home Avoiding the cult of comparison Should we look for new ideas, not new identities? You potential for greatness The 4 different parenting styles (Authoritarian, Permissive, Neglectful, Authoritative) Getting compliance versus commitment from your kids QUOTE “As your kids age, you’re parenting a different child. A big part of bein...2020-07-0818 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanA Strength-Based Approach to Parenting with Brandon MillerIn this episode Brandon Miller chats about his book, Play to Their Strengths, which is about developing your strengths as a parent and how parents should use these strengths to see the brilliance in their children. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Moving from frustration to fascination Your child is not broken As a parent, you have what it takes to raise your kids How parents deal with conflicting advice Being able to sustain new ideas at home Avoiding the cult of comparison Should we look for new ideas, not new identities? You potential for greatness The 4 different parenting styles (Authoritarian, Permissive, Neglect...2020-07-0654 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanRacism, Ego, and Ownership with Preston SmilesPreston Smiles discusses being on the right side of history regarding racism, ego and ownership. ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. The Front Row Dads brotherhood is changing that. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally...2020-07-0317 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanForging a Philanthropic Culture at Home with Adam StockAdam Stock talks about philanthropic culture at home About Adam Stock He is only member of the Front Row Dads’ Community (other than Jon Vroman) to have attended every single retreat. A lifelong resident of the Chicago suburbs, Adam currently lives in Evanston with his wife and kids Adam Is Passionate About Three Things: 1. Helping Clients Navigate The Many Financial Challenges In The Present So They Can Experience A More Meaningful And Joyful Financial Future. 2. Mentoring. He is always teaching the art and science of financial planning, and...2020-06-1910 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHow to Praise Your wife & Kids [Weekly Picture Program]In this short encore clip, you're going to hear some great ideas around how you can praise your wife and kids. While the ideas are simple to implement, they will have a big time positive effect on your marriage and family. Enjoy! ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. ...2020-06-1729 min
Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman3 Things Every Dad Should Know with Jon & Hal ElrodToday, I’m speaking with Hal Elrod about the 3 things every Dad should know. And within those big buckets, we hit on so many valuable sub topics, including marriage, affirmations, mindset, Father’s Day, the weekly picture program, praising your spouse and kids, and so much more! In our conversation, you’ll learn how to reprioritize your life so you can thrive in your most important roles: Human, Entrepreneur, Husband, and Father KEY TAKEAWAYS: Being VS Doing Redefining your routines The blueprint for creating your ideal life Looking at Father’s Day differently...2020-06-151h 06
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanDomains Force Focus with Mike ChuStandards of the Domain with Mike Chu: Domains Force Our Focus When you're at the gym, you work out. When you're at church you pray. The collapse of our domains is creating more overlap in our roles leading accumulating stress and no space for release. Get the family on board with what spaces are reserved for what kind of energy --Sequester a room (close a physical door to create space) --Label areas appropriately --Change your kids focus too (create designated spaces for them to...2020-06-1212 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanWhat Kobe Bryant Can Teach Us About Fatherhood with Jordan Harbinger [Encore]In this podcast episode, we speak candidly with Jordan Harbinger about conspiracy theories, ideas, developing critical thinking, and how he is transitioning to fatherhood. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Making money as a podcaster Navigating your own confirmation bias Is there a truth to Conspiracy Theories Black and White thinking Patternicity What is a fact checking checklist? Jordan’s role model of Parenthood Which of Jordan's shows prepared him for Fatherhood? QUOTE “Strong opinions loosely held” -Jordan Harbinger “Arguing like I’m right, listening like I’m wrong’ - Jordan Harbinger “Conspiracy thinking takes over in times of economic uncertainty because people are uncer...2020-06-1009 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanCritical Thinking & Teaching Discernment with Jordan HarbingerIn this podcast episode, we speak candidly with Jordan Harbinger about conspiracy theories, ideas, developing critical thinking, and how he is transitioning to fatherhood. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Making money as a podcaster Navigating your own confirmation bias Is there a truth to Conspiracy Theories Black and White thinking Patternicity What is a fact checking checklist? Jordan’s role model of Parenthood Which of Jordan's shows prepared him for Fatherhood? QUOTE “Strong opinions loosely held” -Jordan Harbinger “Arguing like I’m right, listening like I’m wrong’ - Jordan Harbinger “Conspiracy thinking takes over in times of economic uncertainty because people are uncer...2020-06-0851 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanGetting into Flow State as a Father with Pat PetriniWhat is flow state? Hypofrontality -- turning off the prefrontal cortex (where we create our projection of time) to reduce worrying about the future, having anxiety over the past. How does flow apply to Fatherhood? Use Flow State to optimize quality time with out kids 1. Remove things that pull you away from flow state (phones/ TV/ loud noises) 2. Define a measurable goal from a parenting standpoint as you look to engage with your kids in FLOW. About Pat Petrini Nomadic by nature, Pat and his wife...2020-05-2931 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanRethinking Date Night with Philipp Hartmann [Encore]How can you rethink and better your date nights? Phillipp Hartmann is here to give you some pointers. ABOUT THE GUEST Philipp Hartmann became a dad of five under two in 13 months. In Philipps words… Hi there! I’m currently living in a small village in the south of Cape Town. I love my wife, surfing, start-ups, networking, entrepreneurship, travelling & life. I helped found the digital agency GSDH and South Africa's home-improvement supply & demand platform RedFish.co.za. I invest in digital and real-world start-ups I find inte...2020-05-2717 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanWhy Kids Need to Hear About Dads Business with Rochelle Clarke [Encore]In today's encore episode Rochelle Clark talks about why your kids need to hear about Dad's business. Do you agree? KEY TAKEAWAYS: It takes as much effort to prepare a business for sale, as it does to pass it on The difference between succession and continuity planning When is the moment all business owners need to have a business continuity in place? What type of insurance do you need, if there’s a business interruption, so your family is protected? Managing multiple generations of family owned businesses When and why should you talk about business with the family “Values are...2020-05-2010 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanProtecting Your Business (To Protect Your Family) with Rochelle ClarkeIn today's episode, Rochelle Clarke joins the podcast to share some of her methods for building a relationship between family and business. KEY TAKEAWAYS: It takes as much effort to prepare a business for sale, as it does to pass it on The difference between succession and continuity planning When is the moment all business owners need to have a business continuity in place? What type of insurance do you need, if there’s a business interruption, so your family is protected? Managing multiple generations of family owned businesses When and why should you talk about business with the fami...2020-05-1846 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanRaising Daughters Who Can Stand up for Themselves & Consent BuildingJoe Sanok discusses the importance of dad as a guide and model, building bravery and independence, and Sex, Consent, and Internal vs External Control Importance of Dad as a Guide & Model While Society forcibly emphasizes certain notions… How will we as Dads take a stance? Building Bravery & Independence If the goal is for our daughters to stand up to us when they’re an adult, what can we do now? Women who are more self confident and brave are more likely to stand up to a sexual predator Sex | Consent...2020-05-1513 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanLessons in Parenting Leadership with Tim MeuchelIn this episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Tim Meuchel. We hit on a bunch of topics, ranging from what it means to show up for your family during adversity and how your kids see you during these times; to lessons in parenting leadership, and understanding when it makes the most sense to take a step back and not be in control all of the time. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Scheduling personal first, and everything else next Handling seasons of adversity for fathers Why the movie Instant Family was a huge hit When leaders (dads) need to step ba...2020-05-1144 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanMoment Making for Mother's DayHow speaking your spouse's Love Language is going to help you and your kids crush this Mother's Day On this RIFF we got into groups based on whose spouse's share the same Love Language, so we could brainstorm and share ideas for Mother's Day. ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of...2020-05-0817 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanWhat Dads Can Do if They Have Trouble Sleeping with Eric Edmeades [Encore]In this encore episode Eric Edmeades discusses some tips to help with your sleeping troubles. ABOUT FRONT ROW DADS Front Row Dads is in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. The Front Row Dads brotherhood is changing that. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can t...2020-05-0611 min
5 Minute Success - The PodcastJon Vroman’s Hero’s Journey: From Back Row To Front Row: A Call to Adventure - 5 Minute Success - The PodcastJon Vroman helps others be “Moment Makers”. He is married to his gorgeous and free-spirited wife Tatyana and father of two energetic and playful boys, Tiger and Ocean, and lives in Austin, Texas. Jon is the founder of the Front Row Foundation, a charity established in 2005 that creates unforgettable moments for individuals who are braving life-threatening illnesses. They provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to “live life in the front row™” by granting “front row moments” to live events of their recipients' dreams. He’s also the founder of a global network of men at FrontRowDads.com. They believe in bei...2020-05-0130 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe Science of Building Resilience with Couples Therapist, Jon HowardScience to Building Resilience You will exhibit 2 levels to brain development when facing a threatening challenge. 1. Recognizing the threat - The brain learns most rapidly under life threat so if your survival is threatened the brain starts developing new pathways to figure out how to respond and adapt. 2. Love & Safety - When we feel safe and secure we take risks and our mind is more open and we get less rigid. It takes the combo of a life threatening situation with love and safety When someone is facing a challenge they...2020-04-2411 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHow Dads Can Get Better Sleep & Find their Rhythm with Jeffrey Williams [Encore Clip]Jeffrey Williams is a father, husband, teacher, and dedicated student of life. Jeffrey and his wife, along with their four children, currently reside in Nevada City, California. A natural self-starter and holistic wellness visionary, Jeffrey founded his first wellness center, Lifestyles of Light, in 2002 and his second, The Vitalist Institute, in 2016. For the past 20+ years, Jeffrey has immersed himself in learning about the capabilities of the human body through rigorous study and application of traditional and modern wellness systems from all over the world. Jeffrey is a transformation artist with a uniqu...2020-04-0212 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanFreedom for Kids, Protecting Your Family, and Dads Wisdom Voice with Grant BaldwinGrant Baldwin is a speaker, podcaster, author, entrepreneur, and an all-around normal dude trying to make a dent in the world. Grant’s been speaking professionally for 10+ years now and has given over 400 keynote presentations to audiences as large as 13,000. He’s married to his high school sweetheart and they have three beautiful little girls. In today’s episode, we’re talking about work ethic, the role of protecting your family, levels of freedom for your kids, the positive & negative impact our careers can have on our children, and much more! KEY TAKEAWA...2020-03-1237 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanRites of Passage for Boys with Jon TysonJon Tyson is a Pastor and Church Planter in New York City. Originally from Adelaide Australia, Jon moved to the United States over 2 decades ago with a passion to seek and cultivate renewal in the Western Church. He is the author of Sacred Roots, A Creative Minority and The Burden is Light. Jon lives in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan with his wife and two children. He serves as the Lead Pastor of Church of the City New York. In this episode, Jon discusses his program “Primal Path”, a right of passage. He shares...2020-03-0347 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThis is REAL Empathy with Jon VromanCue crying from the playroom. My son Ocean bursts into the kitchen to let me know he hurts his finger. I asked “which finger did you hurt?” Seconds later I found myself struggling to contain my internal laugh fest because let’s face it — what’s cuter than a 5-year old flipping you the bird 🙂 On a more serious note, I reflected on that moment, and many others over the past several months, evaluating my ability to be empathetic. Today's episode is a reading from my most recent blog post This is...2020-02-1408 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanWeekly Insights with Jon VromanJOIN THE BROTHERHOOD Join the Front Row Dads private Facebook community so you can ask questions, share ideas, and be part of a supportive group of incredible brothers who help one another navigate the role of marriage and fatherhood. LEAVE A REVIEW If you’ve listened to multiple Front Row Dads interviews and get value from the show, we’d love your support! Leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts only takes a minute, and in turn, it allows us to rank higher and become discovered by other Dads, just like you. Visit Fron...2020-01-2409 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHosting an All Star Dad Dinner with Sean WengerSean Wenger is the Executive Vice President of Client Services at Fathom, one of the nation’s largest independent digital marketing agencies. Sean leads a high-performance team including many ultra-successful millennials. He has a passion for entrepreneurship and has leveraged his strong track record with a Fortune 100 organization to expedite his experience and obtain significant leadership roles at a young age. In today’s episode, he joins us to discuss about the struggles of a person has to improve and progress in life as a parent. KEY TAKEAWAY...2019-12-2650 min
Perfect PracticeHow to Balance Your Practice and Your Family with Jon VromanJon Vroman is an American motivational speaker, author, philanthropist, personal coach, ultra-marathon runner, and founder of Front Row Foundation. Jon is joining Sachin in this episode to talk about how making the world a better place starts at home while modeling how to be the best human beings for our children. A lot of people struggle to balance their careers, families, and parenthood, and this is the subject that is addressed in this amazing conversation with the aim of inspiring you to make a difference in the world, starting by how you are connecting, loving...2019-10-2723 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanQ&A with Jon Vroman and Jon Berghoff Join The Brotherhood Join the Front Row Dads private Facebook community so you can ask questions, share ideas, and be part of a supportive group of incredible brothers who help one another navigate the role of marriage and fatherhood. Leave A Review If you've listened to multiple Front Row Dads interviews and get value from the show, we'd love your support! Leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts only takes a minute, and in turn, it allows us to rank higher and become discovered by other Dads, just like you. Visit FrontRowDads.com/review and tell others wh...2019-10-1738 min
Facing LifeValerie's Dream Comes True - BSB Front Row! Valerie and her 3 best friends have been in love with the Backstreet Boys since they were kids. Valerie never expected her first outing after her final chemo treatment to be Front Row seats to her favorite band in the world! Listen to Jon and Valerie as they discuss what it was like for her to hear she had one year to live and how she decided that was not going to be her path! Then, after the event as she describes the laughter, tears, and pure joy of Valerie and her friends on her special day. 2019-10-1052 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanWhat's Good At Home with Jon and Tatyana VromanJoin The Brotherhood Join the Front Row Dads private Facebook community so you can ask questions, share ideas, and be part of a supportive group of incredible brothers who help one another navigate the role of marriage and fatherhood. Leave A Review If you’ve listened to multiple Front Row Dads interviews and get value from the show, we’d love your support! Leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts only takes a minute, and in turn, it allows us to rank higher and become discovered by other Dads, just like you. Visit FrontR...2019-08-1540 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe 5 Habits of Front Row Dads - Masterclass Replay with Hal Elrod & Jon VromanDid you miss The 5 Habits of Front Row Dads LIVE Masterclass that I held with Hal Elrod. If so, here's your chance to listen or re-listen! Here's what we covered... How to win at home AND in your business How to keep your cool and find emotional invincibility How to communicate so your kids will listen How to think about education that will prepare your kids for a lifetime of achievement and fulfillment How to connect with your wife, get aligned and deepen your bond. How to find continuous growth, so you can lead powerfully at an...2019-06-271h 53
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanLeading at Home - How to Cultivate Meaningful Conversations with Jon BerghoffBeyond the back and forth that two best buddies can’t avoid; this episode builds and builds. Enjoy this weeks interview with family man Jon Berghoff. Here’s what’s in store… The not-so-obvious keys to find more answers Why it matters what’s in the kitchen, and not on the menu How to talk with kids about challenges The one thing you can never raise kids without Why you’re homeschooling your kids whether you know it or not How to cultivate collective genius Why the DNA of every family lives in it’s conversations The most im...2019-04-091h 04
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanKids, Cash and Community: What tools are needed to build an epic family life?A lot of people want to talk with this guy. Yeah, he’s been super successful in business and it blows my mind what he’s built, but in my opinion, it pales in comparison to the impact he’s making at home with his family. This show is a behind the scenes peek into David’s Osborn's personal life, and exploration of his role as a father and husband. He’s very real about where he believes his winning, and where he’s working on winning. On a personal note, the more I g...2019-04-0247 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanChemicals That Kill (In Kids Clothes)Director Jon Whelan entered the world of documentaries in a roundabout way. After a misused youth of surfing, skateboarding and broken bones, Whelan got his MBA while dabbling in Virtual Reality – he was way too early. In 1999 he co-founded the Web auction Afternic.com, selling just before the bubble burst in 2000. Whelan was also a founding member of the New York Angels. The arrival of children in the next decade caused a shift in Whelan’s focus, this time to social justice, and the development of “Stink!.” “Stink!” is an off-beat movie about Whelan’s tenacious ques...2019-03-041h 02Facing LifeYour Best Life Ever: How to Choose The Right Environment, Relationships and Questions for Success and FulfillmentCould one weekend, one event, or one breakthrough change the course of your life? It’s possible. In fact, if you attend the Best Year Ever Blueprint LIVE (BYEB) December 7 – 9th, it is probable. On today’s podcast, I’m talking with my good friends Jon Berghoff and Hal Elrod about the upcoming BYEB event in San Diego - an experiential learning experience, designed to help you have your best life ever! Not only that, but it’s also the largest fundraiser event of the year for the Front Row Foundation, and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever experie...2018-10-081h 23
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanStaying In The Moment & Finding Deeper Ways to Impact the Moments You Show Up ForMike McCarthy is an entrepreneur, speaker and the author of Miracle Morning for Parents and Family, and the founder of Fambundance a family mastermind community that creates multi-generational personal development opportunities for like hearted and like minded families. He is also the Regional Owner of the Keller Williams Greater PA Region, with 50 offices, 8.5k agents and closed over 52k units last year for $2.8 billion; Co-founder and CEO of GoBundance; and a lead LEAF Certified Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator with Jon Berghoff, which designs and delivers high level group collaborations in high stakes scenarios. Join The Brotherhood Join the...2018-09-101h 16
Business Done Differently with Jesse Cole150: Jon Vroman - Make Moments MeaningfulJon Vroman founded the Front Row Foundation with the vision to help create life-changing moments for people in need. A motivational speaker, he shares the same language as Jesse Cole. He believes in the power of moments, putting people first and making these moments daily.
Jon is the author of the bestselling book, The Front Row Factor.
"How can I consciously create, experience and celebrate the meaningful moments of life?" - Jon Vroman
Jon Vroman - Turning Now into Wow
Front Row helps people have the front row experience of things they're passionate ab...2018-08-0654 minFacing LifeOne Event That Changes Everything: Join the Front Row Family SummitWould you like to gain new insights into your life? How would you like to discover ways to contribute to the lives of others? At this year’s Front Row Family Summit (July 23rd -25th in Ohio), you’ll have the opportunity to do both – all while enjoying organic fresh food, yoga, and even fantastic music in a beautiful outdoor setting. Today I’m talking with my good friend, Jon Berghoff about the upcoming Summit. He is a founding member of the event and will be leading it this July. Facilitating change and discovery is something that Jon...2018-06-1836 minFront Row Dads with Jon VromanCoaching Kids, The Power of Bringing Work Home, & Having a Parenting PhilosophyJon Berghoff is a world-renowned experiential trainer and co-founder of Flourishing Leadership Institute (FLI). Early entrepreneurial ventures served as a “way out” for Jon, diagnosed with ADHD and rejected from every college he applied to. Eventually, his insatiable curiosity propelled him to lead the meteoric sale growth for Vitamix Corporation, from $40 million to $175 million in just four years. Today, Jon and his team at Flourishing Leadership Institute are guided by one question: What causes the human system to come alive faster, more effectively, and more naturally than ever before? The answers might surprise you. Joi...2018-01-3143 minFacing Life9X Ironman Finisher Lance Carter on Living BIGDo you ever feel like you are going through the motions of life? Are your days filled with things you have to do rather than those that you get to do? What if you could reshape your life right now by taking little steps each day? In this episode, Ironman and fitness coach, Lance Carter, reveals how he transformed himself from a depressed busboy clearing tables at a restaurant to a nine-time Ironman triathlete. He offers simple strategies that are effective, inspirational, and most important – easy enough for anyone to follow. After completing his first Iro...2017-10-1647 minFacing Life[FR DADS] Coaching Kids with Jon BerghoffThis episode is for Front Row Dads! As a part of a mini-series, we've been releasing an episode every Friday that will help you deepen your sense of purpose as a father. Today, I bring you Jon Berghoff. Jon serves as co-founder and Managing Partner of the Flourishing Leadership Institute, where it's his job to use the power of strategically designed questions to facilitate rapid, strengths-based, whole system transformation for organizations and communities. Jon also serves on the Board for the Front Row Foundation, is my partner with the Dads Retreat and Speaker Trainer Experience, pa...2017-09-2943 minFacing LifeCelebration with Front Row Founder Jon Vroman''When we have purpose, we find power.'' - Jon Vroman What started as an organization to help people brave life-threatening illnesses, has grown into something much bigger than I ever imagined. If you’re brand new to the show, The Front Row Foundation is like Make-a-Wish meets Tony Robbins. We create life changing experiences for kids and adults who are fighting for their lives by putting them in the front row of their dream event. Today, we want to celebrate a major milestone! We’ve recently surpassed a decade of creating these expe...2017-09-181h 32Facing LifeKiss the Ground with Award Winning Director and Bestselling Author Josh Tickell''I am 100% convinced that we can stop and reverse climate change.'' - Josh Tickell Do you ever wonder how the choices we make impact the future of our planet? What if I told you, we could grow enough food to feed all of humanity, while at the same time, reverse climate change? You may be thinking, “OK Jon, that sounds nice, but is there really anything I can do about it?” Yes, there is! And in today’s conversation with Josh Tickell, you’re going to find out why. Josh Tickell...2017-09-041h 07Facing Life#97: Making One Step to the Summit with Mountaineer Lisa Thompson''I realized I am much stronger mentally and physically then I gave myself credit for.'' - Lisa Thompson Finding the absolute edge of our limits is never an easy task, but is a critical part of achieving any kind of greatness in life. How then, can we push beyond what we believe is possible without going too far? Where is the line and how can we realize our true potential, even with goals that may be uncomfortable, extremely difficult, or seemingly out of reach? Today, I get to talk with my friend Lisa Thompson...2017-08-141h 04Facing Life#91: Discover The Art of Moment Making with Jon Berghoff and Jon Vroman''Anything of any magnitude starts with a micro movement.'' - Jon Berghoff Your entire life is made up of countless moments, and each one carries an opportunity to experience joy, fulfill your sense of purpose, and make a difference. That is the art of moment making! What if there was a way for you to recognize and create more of these moments, not only in your life, but in the lives of those who matter the most? That’s what today’s conversation with my good friend Jon Berghoff is all about! We w...2017-07-031h 12Facing Life#80: Front Row Canada, Find Your Physical Limits, and Purpose + Profits with Angie Macdougall''There’s something that you can only learn about yourself when you’re out there by yourself.'' - Angie Macdougall It’s easy to sit back and watch from afar. But the experience is different when you choose to live life in the front row. How are you participating in your own life? Who are you surrounding yourself with? How do they push you beyond what you thought was possible? On today’s episode of the Front Row Factor, I interview my longtime friend and one of the best examples of someone who is living l...2017-04-031h 07Facing Life#79: Front Row Factor: Transform Your Life with the Art of Moment Making''Tomorrow is guaranteed to nobody'' - Jon Vroman When you get to the end of your life, will you look back and ask: Did I live life to the fullest? Did my life matter? Did I use my gifts and talents to make a difference? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, then you definitely won’t want to miss this interview! In today’s episode of the Front Row Factor podcast, we’re doing something a little different. A few weeks ago I was interviewe...2017-03-271h 10
The Elite Advisor Blueprint®: A Podcast for Financial AdvisorsJon Vroman on The Art of Moment Making, Mastering Public Speaking, and Showing Up For The People In Your Front Row''There's nothing you're going to do today to earn or deserve tomorrow.'' - Jon Vroman This week on The Elite Advisor Blueprint, I get the chance to talk with Jon Vroman. Jon is an American award-winning motivational speaker, author, philanthropist, podcaster, personal coach, ultra-marathon runner, founder of the Front Row Foundation and most importantly, husband and father. I got to know Jon personally at a dad’s retreat last year that he ran with his good friend Jon Berghoff who we had on in episode 16 of the podcast. Jon has one of the biggest hearts...2017-03-061h 09
Can I Pick Your Brain?61: Why it Doesn’t Matter What People Think of You with Jon VromanMy guest today lives life in the Front Row.
In fact his mission is to share his front row experience with as many people as time permits.
He has raised over $1,000,000 for his charity “The Front Row Foundation” which helps children and adults with life-threatening illnesses have a front row experience at the concert or sporting event of their dreams.
Life’s too short to live in the backseat and it’s people like Jon Vroman that inspire others who are afraid to stand up tall and go from a spectator of life to a contributor of life.
We don’t always c...2017-02-1400 min
The Speaker Lab PodcastHow to Become a Full-Time Speaker with Jon VromanYou've probably heard of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, but did you know there is a similar charity that helps adults and kids with life-threatening illnesses? It gives them the opportunity to experience the live event of their dreams from the front row!The charity is called The Front Row Foundation and the co-founder is Jon Vroman, our guest for this show. Jon is also a full-time speaker and the head of his own company, Front Row Factor.Today he shares how his charity was started, and how his speaking career became his full-time pursuit as a r...2016-12-2040 min
DREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & StrategyJon Vroman | Breaking Free from Small ThinkingFront Row Foundation’s Jon Vroman gives you tips for how to think big, to take charge of your life and accomplish your dreams, on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast Listen To The Podcast: Do you have a great idea, but feel like you don’t have what it takes to accomplish it? Like you don’t know the right people, don’t have the right family name, or maybe even don’t have the right number in your bank account? If so ...your big dreams are being crippled by that small thinking. It’s time to change those th...2015-07-2342 min