Welcome to  our episode of ‘Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life’s Journey’ podcast, the show where we will dive deep into the stories, ideas, and people reshaping how we live and work. Today, we're talking about something that touches so many of us — parenthood. But this isn’t just about parenting tips or bedtime routines. My guests today are the brilliant co-authors of The Parenthood Advantage, a powerful book that flips the script on how we view working parents. We will be exploring fresh, meaningful insights about parenting, professional life, and personal growthWe'll talk about the untold strengths parents bring to the table, why society still undervalues them, and how we can build a world that supports, not sidelines, the people raising the next generation.Whether you’re a parent, thinking about becoming one, or just want to rethink how we define success — this conversation is for you. Let’s dive in."About Mark Kaplan and Mason Donovan Mark Kaplan and Mason Donovan are Managing partners of The Dagoba Group,  a global Consulting firm advancing inclusive leadership, employee well-being and organisational culture.  Mark and Mason have also co-authored The inclusion dividend. Their work has also been featured by the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Fast Company. Mark and Mason live in New England. USA.In this podcast we pose the following questions:What inspired you to write The Parenthood Advantage? Was there a specific moment or experience that triggered the idea?What is the core message or thesis of the book—and why do you think it’s important now?Can you share a story of a parent whose journey exemplifies this “advantage” mindset in action?What are some overlooked skills that parents naturally develop that transfer to leadership or team settings?What was the most surprising or unexpected thing you discovered during your research or writing process?What myths about parenthood do you feel most urgently need to be dismantled?Have you had listeners or readers share how the book changed the way they view their own parenting journey?What advice would you give to a parent currently feeling like they have to choose between being great at home or great at work?If you could see one major shift in how society supports or values parents in the next 5 years, what would it be?Resources  https://theparenthoodadvantage.com/book/ -  The Parenthood Advantage:  Building Corporate Cultures That Value Working Parents (Oct 2025)The Dagoba GroupAuthor of:The Golden Apple:  Redefining Work Life Balance for a Diverse WorkforceThe Inclusion Dividend: Why Investing in Diversity and Inclusion Pays Off SET for Inclusion: The Underlying Methodology for Achieving Your Inclusion Dividend 

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