43 | Brent Coppieters | Business Leader by Day, Superdad by Faith

The Powerful Parenting Journey

In today's episode of the Powerful Parenting Journey podcast, Stephanie is joined by Brent Coppieters, Chief Development Officer at Click Funnels. Stephanie and Brent explore the complexities of balancing professional success with the responsibilities of fatherhood. Brent shares his personal journey, highlighting the importance of being present for his children, and discusses the challenges and rewards of nurturing a thriving family life amidst the demands of a high-powered career.

The conversation shifts to the impact of digital technology on family dynamics, particularly the challenges posed by screens and social media. Brent talks candidly about the struggle to maintain boundaries around screen time for his children, acknowledging the addictive nature of social media platforms like Snapchat and TikTok. He emphasizes the importance of being actively involved in his children's lives, both offline and online, to foster open communication and ensure their safety in the digital world.

They discuss the role of faith and church teachings in family life. Brent, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, discusses how the church's emphasis on family as a central unit of society shapes his approach to parenting. He reflects on the practice of holding regular family meetings to foster unity, communication, and shared responsibility. Brent also shares his perspective on what it means to be a good father, emphasizing the need for unconditional love, support, and presence in his children's lives.

Enjoy!

What You’ll Learn in this Show:

• How to juggle a demanding career while being a present and supportive parent.
• Strategies for managing children’s screen time and the challenges of social media.
• The importance of being physically and emotionally available for children.
• How faith and church teachings can reinforce family values and unity.
• The difficulties and solutions in balancing parental duties and the challenges posed by technology.
• Brent's journey of personal growth and how resolving his own childhood issues enhanced his relationship with his children.
• How 'acts of service' can be a love language, and how different family members may express and receive love.
• The importance of showing unconditional love to children, and why it's key for parents striving to create a nurturing and supportive home environment.
• Brent's experience of reconciling with his father.
• And much more...

Resources:

ClickFunnels

Brent's LinkedIn