It was once acceptable for a father to spend all their time at work, but now fathers want a bigger role in their child’s life. They want to learn the balancing act that is work and family. If you are that type of father, then we have good news for you. It won’t be easy to “have it all” but it will be rewarding and well worth it. Here are a few ways to balance family and work if you are a father.

• Give yourself a cushion – It can be easy to have meetings and soccer games back to back. The problem here is that there is no room for human error. And, more than likely, you will miss the game over the meeting. Do your best not to schedule meetings late on days that you are attending functions for your kids or time with the spouse. With built-in travel time you can relax and get everywhere you need to be.

• Prioritize – What if you have a chance to fit one more thing into your day before you go home? Is it that important that it can’t wait until the next day? If it can wait, then go home and get extra time with your family. Create a calendar that encompasses work and family time so they won’t overlap.

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