
← Parenting Teens Today13 mrt 2025 · 38 min
Effective Communication and Parenting Teens: Insights from Brett Gilliland
Welcome to another insightful episode of the 'Parenting Teens Today' podcast, hosted by top youth motivational speaker and teen coach Jesse LeBeau. In this episode, Jesse sits down with Brett Gilliland, an accomplished entrepreneur, father of four, and creator of the Six Power framework. Brett Gilliland shares his unique insights on how to raise confident, resilient, and happy teenagers in today's modern world. Get ready to dive into a conversation filled with practical tips on work-life integration, strong family communication, and the importance of gratitude and intentionality in parenting.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: Meet Brett Gilliland, husband, father, entrepreneur, and creator of the Six Power framework
02:06 - Transitioning into College: Brett sends his first child to college
03:47 - Brett's Background: Growing up, education, and early career
06:27 - Career Journey: From college to the finance industry
09:18 - Work-Life Integration: Brett's philosophy on balancing family and work
14:56 - The Six Power Framework: Faith, Family, Fun, Firm, Fitness, and Finances
19:00 - The Importance of Gratitude: Brett's journaling and gratitude practices
23:33 - Becoming a Husband and Father: Preparedness and lessons learned
25:46 - Challenges of Modern Parenting: Raising four boys in a fast-changing world
30:52 - Financial Wisdom: Common mistakes and smart financial decisions