Send us a text Welcome to the Earn Your Title podcast with Danny Dumas! In this episode, Danny explores the crucial topic of guiding boys through the transition from boyhood to manhood. As a father himself, he shares insights and advice to alleviate the pressure parents may feel during this confusing and pivotal time. Danny emphasizes the importance of recognizing that sons are independent individuals, not clones of their fathers. He outlines the responsibilities of providing a loving and safe e...
Nov 21, 2023•14 min•Ep. 18
Send us a text In this episode of the Earn Your Title Podcast, Danny Dumas dives into the topic of Christmas and the art of gift-giving. As a dad who loves Christmas but values simplicity, Danny shares insights from his family’s 15-year Christmas tradition. Here’s a breakdown of the key points: •Introduction to Christmas Excitement: •Danny sets the festive tone by expressing his love for Christmas and the upcoming holiday season. •Highlights his minimalistic approach to decorating, opting for a ...
Nov 14, 2023•9 min•Ep. 17
Send us a text In this episode we discuss the difference between empathy and sympathy. We discuss the benefits of not having “too much” empathy. We discuss how empathy can get in the way of doing the right thing We in courage all men to develop the skill of knowing exactly when to have empathy and when to put your feeling aside and go to work. If you click on this link above I may make a commission, but it wont cost you anymore money, but it might be slightly harder for Jeff Bezoes to fill up hi...
Nov 08, 2023•12 min•Ep. 17
Send us a text Talking to your kids can be awkward. It might seem that they are not listening. It might seem that they don't care, but they do. Keep talking to them and have these three conversations that can be extremely awkward. In this episode Danny gives you a framework to have three of the most important and awkward conversations The " I am sorry I messed up "conversation The " When you said/did this is made me feel like this " conversation The " I am so proud because you did this " convers...
Oct 31, 2023•14 min•Ep. 16
Send us a text How much protein should you eat? Is animal protein better the plant based protein? Should you cut protein intake when you are trying to lose weight? When should you eat protein? The answers to these questions and more are in this episode of the earn your title podcast If you click on this link above I may make a commission, but it wont cost you anymore money, but it might be slightly harder for Jeff Bezoes to fill up his $500,000,000 yacht so if you want to help me and stick it to...
Oct 24, 2023•13 min•Ep. 15
Send us a text For some hunting is a way of life, but for many it is something the have only seen on TV. In this episode I break down 3 reasons why every man needs to know how to kill, clean and cook their food. Hunting is healthy. Not only is the actual meat you are eating the very definition of organic free range but to know what it takes to take a life so you can live is an important mindset to have. Hunting is great for mental health. Getting time alone outside to stop and think and reflect ...
Oct 17, 2023•18 min•Ep. 14
Send us a text In this episode we talk to a special forces medic about the challenges he faced going through the selection process. You will notice that I do not use his name. This is because he is still has a security clearance and is still operational. We talk about the importance of finding your why and committing to showing up and earning it every day. We discuss how learning to be uncomfortable is important and understanding that being uncomfortable has a time limit. As a bonus for those th...
Oct 10, 2023•46 min•Ep. 13
Send us a text Have you ever been in a meeting a feel like no one understands what you are saying? Have you ever shared a creative idea and feel like everyone around you shuts it down as soon as speak it? Have you ever been told you to negative when you because you voice real concerns about a new project or idea? The problem miscommunication happens every day. Two people can sit in the same room and hear the same message and both of them leave with a completely different understanding of the mes...
Oct 03, 2023•14 min•Ep. 12
Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the importance of having someone you can trust to give you unbiased financial advice. While you might be able to get this from a financial adviser getting a financial coach is a better alternative. A financial coach or a Money Coach is not selling financial products. A Money Coach is going to walk you through some of your most important financial decisions. Which house to buy? How much should you spend on a car? How are you going to pay for your kid's c...
Sep 26, 2023•44 min•Ep. 11
Send us a text If you are like me when someone talks about a problem they have you immediately want to give them the solution. Most of the time this is NOT the best course of action. Sometimes they don't want a solution they just want to talk about it. Sometimes you really don't have enough information to give them the best solution. So what do you do? You ask them 7 Questions. In the book “ The Coaching Habit” Michal Stainer lays out 7 questions that can help you help the person you are talking...
Sep 19, 2023•14 min•Ep. 10
Send us a text Synopsis: In this episode, Daniel Dumas interviews Lindsey Heiserman, a life coach, to discuss what life coaching is and how it can help people. Lindsey shares her own story of how she moved from being a therapist to becoming a life coach and what she does in her role. She also discusses the difference between therapy and coaching, and who is a good fit for each. Key Takeaways: If a Therapist can get you back to your baseline a life coach can take you to higher levels of personal ...
Sep 12, 2023•45 min•Ep. 9
Send us a text Sean Parent is an estate planning and business planning attorney. He helps families protect their assets and ensure that their wishes are carried out after their death. In this episode, we walk you through the steps you can take to get started protecting your family's financial future and make sure your wishes are honored when you die. 1. The first step in estate planning is to have a will. This document states who will inherit your assets and who will take care of your children i...
Sep 05, 2023•31 min•Ep. 8
Send us a text In this podcast episode, Daniel Dumas interviews Anthony Garcia, a mind shift coach who helps people shift their perspective to one that serves them. They discuss the importance of curiosity and humility in growth, and how to identify and challenge the stories that we tell ourselves. Anthony Garcia shares his own story of how he came to be a mind shift coach. He grew up in a spiritual tradition that emphasized growth, and he was always curious about different ways of looking at th...
Aug 29, 2023•38 min•Ep. 7
Send us a text In this episode, we answer the question of what does it take to be mentally and physically fit. Chris Warden a Firefighter and Fitness expert talks about the importance of small steps to reap big results. Chris talks about mindfulness and how that can translate into success in all areas of our lives. This episode is filled with nuggets of wisdom and actionable takeaways. Get in contact with Chris: Instagram Youtube Facebook If you click on this link above I may make a commission, ...
Aug 22, 2023•40 min•Ep. 6
Send us a text In the episode, Danny will teach you the three steps it takes to make every decision a good decision. Danny will talk about what makes a good decision versus a bad one Danny will challenge you as a husband, father, and leader to be the one to make good decisions. If you click on this link above I may make a commission, but it wont cost you anymore money, but it might be slightly harder for Jeff Bezoes to fill up his $500,000,000 yacht so if you want to help me and stick it to the ...
Aug 15, 2023•10 min•Ep. 5
Send us a text In this podcast, Danny interviews Jaret Thomas, a high school basketball coach, who shares the most important skills parents can teach their kids to ensure they excel on and off the court. We discuss the roadmap for a young athlete who shows promise in any sport to succeed in any sport. Thomas says that it's more important for parents to believe in their children than it is for them to have any success on the court. He also says that parents should hold their kids to a high standa...
Aug 08, 2023•38 min•Ep. 4
Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the importance of mental toughness and a great tool available to parents to help their kids develop that mental toughness. The sucky vacation. We talk about the difference between relaxing vacations that are fun yet not very memorable vs challenging vacations that push the boundaries of what your family believes is possible. You will hear a great story of the host Danny Dumas, how he helped his daughter overcome her fear of heights and provide an opport...
Aug 01, 2023•12 min•Ep. 3
Send us a text There are 3 important things to do consider when your kids start using social media. 1. Can we put tools in place to ensure they are having the safest experience possible? 2. Assuming we can’t keep them safe from everything are they emotionally mature enough to handle the things they might see or experience? 3. Have we explained to them when they should handle problems on their own vs asking us for help. In this episode we discuss these three questions and more. We talk about a fe...
Aug 01, 2023•41 min•Ep. 2
Send us a text This episode will introduce you to your host Danny Dumas and his mission which is to help Men, Earn the Titles of Husband, Father and Leader. This podcast introduces the format for the show and the goals Danny hopes you can reach. If you enjoyed this brief introduction you will love the episode we have in store for you. So make sure you follow the podcast and if you like what you hear we would love a review. If you click on this link above I may make a commission, but it wont cost...
Jul 17, 2023•5 min•Ep. 1
