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The Quiet Work Every Father Must Do: You Can’t Father with Noise in Your Soul with Wayne Dawson
Category: Kids & family
Duration: 01:02:09
Publish Date: 2025-12-14 13:00:00
Description:

In this powerful and reflective episode of the I Am Dad Podcast, host Kenneth Braswell welcomes Coach Wayne Dawson—certified life and mindset coach, father of seven, and a man whose journey through family, faith, and leadership exemplifies what it means to live with legacy in mind.

Wayne shares a deeply personal story about growing up with a strong, present father and how that foundation shaped his approach to parenting and leading a blended family. From his early days as a social worker and youth advocate in Harlem, to his rise as a Fortune 50 executive and now as the VIP Coach, Wayne opens up about the defining moments that taught him resilience, authenticity, and the sacred responsibility of guiding Black men to live with clarity, confidence, and certainty.

This conversation explores co-parenting dynamics, healing from divorce, honoring the wisdom of our elders, and redefining masculinity in ways that liberate—not limit—our boys and men. A must-listen for fathers, leaders, and anyone seeking purpose in the seasoned stage of life.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro to I Am Dad Podcast
01:00 – Meet Coach Wayne Dawson
03:00 – Wayne’s fatherhood origin story
06:00 – Blended families and owning your past
12:00 – Childhood influences and cultural identity
16:30 – Harlem roots and youth mentorship
19:00 – The generational impact of absent fathers
23:00 – Leaving nonprofit for corporate leadership
27:00 – The power of seasoning and wisdom
30:00 – Coaching Black men through transformation
34:00 – Why Black men often feel unworthy
38:00 – Strength, masculinity, and healthy sensitivity
42:00 – Teaching boys the difference between hurt and injury
45:00 – Boundaries, expectations, and legacy
50:00 – The missing blueprint for modern manhood
55:00 – Writing your story and leaving a legacy
60:00 – Closing reflections and ways to connect

About the Guest: Wayne Dawson

Wayne Dawson is a certified life and mindset coach, speaker, and founder of VIP Transformative Living. With decades of experience in social work, corporate leadership, and coaching, Wayne helps Black men live aligned with their values, identity, and purpose. He is a devoted father of seven and a passionate advocate for legacy-driven living.

Website: iamdadpodcast.com
Website: fathersincorporated.com

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