Leading by Example: A Teacher’s Journey Through the Gloom

06/07/2025 56 min Episodio 203
Leading by Example: A Teacher’s Journey Through the Gloom

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🎙️ Episode Summary What happens when a young teacher, husband, and father spills Merlot (twice) and ends up leading one of the strongest sites in Omaha? You get Sundance. In this episode of The Glue-OOM, he opens up about how F3 reshaped his identity—from anxious overthinker to consistent leader. Through quiet leadership, real friendship, and deep faith, Sundance is building a legacy that starts at home and echoes into the gloom.Whether you're new to F3, a tired dad, or someone questioning if you have what it takes to lead—this story is for you.✨ Highlights✅ The infamous first workout (and second Merlot spill) ✅ How F3 helped him rediscover purpose and presence ✅ Building real friendships through pre-runs and mumble chatter ✅ Quietly leading as a teacher, dad, and Site Q ✅ The role of faith in guiding fatherhood and service ✅ Why asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s leadership ✅ Teaching his kids the value of community and consistency🔊 Sound Bites“I hate sitting around. I get cabin fever if I’m not doing something.” “Sometimes we’re our own worst enemy when it comes to our thoughts.” “Family comes first. Humility in leadership—I learned that the hard way.” “I think I just wanted to set a good example.” “It’s not about being perfect. It’s about showing up again tomorrow.”⏰ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to Sundance’s Journey 02:33 – First Encounter with F3 (and Spilling Merlot) 05:12 – Returning to F3 in Omaha 07:40 – Fitness Journey and Finding Consistency 10:16 – Building Brotherhood Through Mumble Chatter 12:52 – Bridging Generational Gaps in the Gloom 15:28 – Family Life, Kids, and Faith Integration 18:10 – The Role of F3 in Mental and Emotional Growth 20:39 – Marriage, Teaching, and Balance 23:31 – Leading by Example at Home 26:19 – Service, Impact, and Giving Kids a Mission 28:41 – What Education and F3 Leadership Have in Common 32:14 – Quiet Confidence, Mental Health, and Presence 34:57 – Learning to Ask for Help as a Leader 38:51 – Site Q Succession, Letting Go, and Trust 44:46 – What’s Next for Sundance

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