Welcome back to Dads, Deals & Dumbbells — the podcast where dad life meets business hustle and heavy lifting (literally and metaphorically). We're two entrepreneurial dads — one chiropractor, one lawyer — both trying to raise strong kids, build strong businesses, and stay strong ourselves.

In this Season 2 premiere, we’re kicking things off with no guests, no fluff — just real talk. We’re catching up on life, recapping what worked in Season 1, and diving deep into why we ditched the 9-5 to build our own empires.

💬 In this episode:

• Dad-life chaos, toddler moments & the return of our recurring segments
• Joe’s Dad Hack of the Week to actually get your kids talking
• The real reason we left the "safe" path and became our own bosses
• Dr. Quill drops a must-hear fitness tip for busy dads in Quill’s Corner
• PLUS: a preview of our new on-location episode format (sauna + cryo anyone?)

🔥 Whether you're a dad trying to balance work and workouts, or just a guy looking for tactical tips and a laugh — you’re in the right place.

👇 Drop a comment with your craziest dad moment or business leap.
💬 DM us with segment ideas or weird wellness spots we should try on-location.
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👔 Managing the Mayhem: How to Lead a Small Office Without Losing Your Mind | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells Ep. 30 💼🔥

Small teams, big headaches.
This week, Joe (the lawyer) and Dr. Quill (the chiropractor) are talking all things leadership — how to manage a small team without becoming the office babysitter (or the janitor... or the emotional support animal).

If you’ve ever thought, “It’d be faster if I just did it myself,” — you need this episode.

🚨 In This Episode:
• Why small teams require BIG visibility and leadership presence
• The hidden cost of one bad hire (hint: it’s not just money)
• Micromanagement vs. accountability — where's the line?
• How to boost morale without becoming the “fun boss” who gets nothing done
• The exact strategies we use to hire, delegate, and not lose our minds

🔥 Segment: Deal or Dumbbell – Office Team Building Edition
We pitch team-building ideas. Dr. Quill decides if they’re brilliant… or HR nightmares:

Office escape room

Trust falls 🤕

Slack memes channel

Bring your kid to work (chaos!)

Friday walking meetings

Office karaoke 🎤😬

Spoiler: karaoke is a hard no.

💡 Key Stats & Insights:
• 74% of small biz owners say a bad hire costs them over $10K
• Absenteeism can cost $3,600+ per employee per year
• Regular recognition = 31% lower turnover (Gallup)
• Culture fit over resume. You can train skills. You can’t train attitude.

✅ Takeaways:
• Hire slow. Fire faster than you’re comfortable with.
• Clarity beats control — set expectations, not traps
• Feedback is fuel: praise publicly, correct privately
• Your energy sets the tone — lead how you want your team to show up
• Don’t ignore morale — it’s cheaper than turnover

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🎙️ Dads, Deals & Dumbbells is the podcast where fatherhood meets entrepreneurship, team leadership, and mental gains. Hosted by two entrepreneurial dads figuring it out (with a mic, a barbell, and a payroll spreadsheet).

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💳 Credit or Regret: How to Use Credit Cards Without Wrecking Your Wallet or Your Marriage | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells Ep. 29 🧾💥

Credit cards: tool or trap?
This week, Joe (the lawyer) and Dr. Quill (the chiro) are breaking down the good, bad, and financially ugly truths about credit cards — from business expenses and credit scores to those “mystery Amazon charges” that start marital cold wars. 🥶

Whether you're trying to build credit, dodge debt, or teach your kids not to treat Visa like Monopoly money — this episode is packed with practical tips and hard-won wisdom.

💥 In This Episode:
• The average American has 4 cards and $6,500+ in debt — here’s how to stay out of that trap
• The RIGHT way to separate business and personal spending
• How to keep credit cards from wrecking your marriage (aka: the Amazon Surprise Rule)
• What every entrepreneur dad should know about cashback vs. rewards cards
• Why teaching your kids about credit before they turn 18 could save them thousands

🔥 Joe’s Judgment of the Week:
Why opening a credit card at 18 can be a smart move — if they understand interest, statements, and what happens when the bill shows up. 💡

📊 Key Stats:

U.S. credit card debt hit $1.13 trillion in 2024

55% of couples argue most about money — especially credit spending

Most people don’t learn how credit works until it’s too late

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best Dad Hacks for Credit & Communication:
• Use a weekly 10-minute “money check-in” with your partner
• Set up auto-pay minimums to avoid late fees
• Keep credit utilization under 30%
• Use mock credit systems at home to teach kids how debt works
• NEVER bring up spending stress at 9pm after bedtime 😅

✅ Takeaways:
• Credit cards are tools, not toys — use with intention
• Separate business and personal charges like your sanity depends on it
• Talk money before the blowup
• Teach your kids early — and save them years of debt mistakes

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🎙️ Dads, Deals & Dumbbells — the podcast where fatherhood meets financial literacy, business hustle, and barbell therapy. Hosted by a chiropractor and a lawyer who’ve both maxed out a credit card and lived to lift another day.

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