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What does it mean?
Finds pride in his son and hopes to make him a positive role model.
In plain terms
I want my son to be a role model.
What can you take from it?
Use your influence to help your child lead.

Where it applies

  • public figure parenting
  • community leadership

Putting it to work

  • mentor your children
  • lead by example

Questions to consider

  • What kind of role model do you want to be?

Another view

Public scrutiny may make role modeling difficult.

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