Interviewing An All-American Husband and Father

Seeking Excellence with Nathan Crankfield

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Summary

Nathan Crankfield discusses the importance of having multiple streams of income and evaluating opportunities. He emphasizes the need to be open to opportunities and discern which ones to pursue. He also highlights the balance between providing for the family and fulfilling the vocation of fatherhood.

Tim Urban shares his personal experience of juggling multiple businesses, a firefighting career, and an MBA program, and how he managed his time by delegating tasks and adjusting his schedule. He encourages finding a balance between pursuing passion projects and fulfilling duties.

In this conversation, Tim and Nathan discuss the balance between work and family life, the importance of time management, and the role of faith in achieving success. They emphasize the need to delegate tasks and focus on leadership rather than micromanagement. They also discuss the importance of open communication with spouses and the support of a supportive wife. They highlight the importance of focusing on virtues and character development rather than solely pursuing professional success. They also discuss the tension between greed and providing, emphasizing the need to set goals and prioritize virtues over financial success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Tim Urban

05:20 Tim's Personal Upbringing and Background

08:06 Tim's Entrepreneurial Journey and Balancing Work and Family

12:53 Challenges and Support in San Francisco

16:16 Transitioning and Managing Multiple Ventures

25:13 Focusing on Opportunities and Evaluating Priorities

27:04 Creating Opportunities and Multiple Streams of Income

30:29 Discerning Opportunities and Finding a Balance

36:41 Time Management and Balancing Work and Family Life

39:59 Balancing Ambition and Contentment

48:08 Faith as a Guiding Force in Work and Family Life

53:24 The Importance of Open Communication with Spouses

59:43 The Role of a Supportive Partner in Personal and Professional Growth

01:04:35 Finding the Balance: Ambition, Greed, and Prioritizing Family