"Keeping It Real: From Rapper To Sales Leader" With Brad Ton

Fatherhood On Fire

Brad Ton has had what most would consider an atypical career path. And an atypical family. But he wouldn't want it any other way.

Brad is the proud father of two children aged 6 and 6 weeks. And two amazing step children age 20 and 17.

Being a red headed step child himself, Brad understands his role as a step father is unique.

Before Brad became a father he was the rapper Brad Real. Brad started 8729 Records and dedicated 7 years of his life to being a professional rapper. He performed shows all over the Midwest and released 4 albums. By pursuing his dream Brad was able to get really clear about who is and be really authentic in every situation.

As a result of having had that experience and getting clear about who he is as a person he's able to better connect with his children and step children. When they're acting out or struggling, he's become better able to ask questions. To recognize that their behavior is modeled after his own. And with that humility he acknowledges that he struggles with similar things and encourages them to take it as a challenge to overcome with grace.

Brad shares about his experience during quarantine and how impactful meditation has been in his life. And how he uses journaling in a unique way. Every morning he writes out "I am" statement.

Claire makes a quick cameo to close things out!

What fuels Brad's fire? Serving other people.

Last piece of advice: Meet your kids where they are. Don't be assumptive. Ask questions. Be honest with your kids about what scares you.

This episode is 26 minutes of PURE FIRE!

Connect with Brad

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradton/

Brad Real Music https://bradreal.bandcamp.com/

Fatherhood On Fire Two Mile Stroller Challenge

Here's how it works. Each week in May submit your fastest 2 mile stroller run. You'll be able to edit the form, so come back and add to it each week.

Each Week the top 10 fastest times will score points accordingly. 1st place = 10 pts. 10th place = 1 pt.

At the end of Week 4 the runner with the most points will be crowned the Stroller Champion Of The Quarantine!

Week 1: Sunday, May 3 - Saturday, May 9

Week 2: Sunday, May 10 - Saturday, May 16

Week 3: Sunday, May 17 - Saturday, May 23

Week 4: Sunday, May 24 - Saturday, May 30

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