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The Numbers Don't Add Up

There have never been more grandads. So why are we still not talking about what they're for?

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Modern Grandad Explained (in 4 steps)

Why I Want To Be a Modern Grandad

It's not a hobby. It's a leadership role.

Jul 7 • Julian Mather

What I Want My Grandkids to Believe

Strong enough to handle life.

Jul 7 • Julian Mather

My Guide To Building Capable Kids

Capable kids are built through play, stories, standards modelled by steady adults

Jul 7 • Julian Mather

Reinvent Yourself as a Modern Grandad Too

Men who refuse to become spectators in the second half of life.

Jul 7 • Julian Mather

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Where Are You Now?

Four kinds of grandad. Which sounds most like you?

Aug 11 • Julian Mather

How Much Time Do You Have?

See the weeks you have to make a difference.

Aug 11 • Julian Mather

Make The Pledge

Decide what kind of grandad you want to be.

Apr 5

Modern Grandad

Modern Grandad

One grandfather figuring out what grandads are for now. Grandadding can be more than a hobby. It can be a leadership role.

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The Numbers Don't Add Up

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