Synopses & Reviews
Be a Better Dad Today: Ten Tools Every Father Needs has sold over 100,000 copies since its release in 2012 for a reason: it's one of the best books on fatherhood you will ever read. Warmly endorsed by dozens of America's best-known and most respected fathers, the book lays out the "Ten Tools of Fatherhood"... tools that will help every dad who uses them. The book is the product of Slayton's 30 year study of fatherhood on five different continents, his research into the subject and his own experience raising four great kids with his wife of 25 years. Slayton's easy-to-read, friendly style makes it a fun read ... and the many great stories and real life examples bring it to life.
Now going into its ninth printing, Be a Better Dad Today was a national bestseller in 2012 and is now in print in many countries around the world. It has helped and encouraged all types of fathers
and it can and will help you (or the father in your life) as well. The book is exactly what the title promises: an inspirational, encouraging and down to earth guidebook for every father who wants to be a better dad - for his family's sake and his own. With humor, empathy, common sense, and engaging stories, Slayton reveals proven, powerful tools and techniques that will help every dad fulfill his God-given responsibilities. Whether parenting younger or older kids, boys or girls, blended families or as a single dad (or even a father to be), readers will find wise insights and practical, doable action steps for becoming the best dad they can be.
The book makes a great gift for Fathers Day, Christmas, birthdays or any day. And since the Slaytons are dedicating 100% of all royalties from the book to fatherhood and family charities serving the US Military, your purchase will a blessing to the US Military fathers and families who serve our Nation every day.
Review
When I speak with fathers-and I speak to lots of them-they often ask me, What do I need to do to be a better dad?” Well, Gregory Slaytons book certainly helps answer this important question. Full of personal stories and practical advice and strategies, Be a Better Dad Today” is a much needed resource that I highly recommend that any dad have in his library.”
Roland C. Warren, President of National Fatherhood Initiative
"I learned about life and honor from my father and grandfather, who were my heroes as Naval officers and, most importantly, fathers. Earning their respect was the most lasting ambition of my life, and even though they are no longer with us, I continue to live my life according to the terms of their approval. Their courage and faith were an inspiration to me and a key to my survival in some of my most difficult times. I am grateful for the memories of these two great men and the respect and affection they provided as the patriarchs of our family. Ive personally known Gregory and his family for years, and I know he exemplifies the title of his book "Be a Better Dad Today!" each and every day of his life. There are certain lessons in life that can best be taught by fathers. My hope is that this book will help every single man who picks it up to be the best father, the best husband, and the best man he can be."
John McCain, United States Senator
Review
"Gregory Slayton writes eloquently about the God given nobility of fatherhood, an institution of grand personal, familial, and societal importance, but also a journey that many men embark on without fully knowing the true path or destination. Slayton deepens our understanding of what being a father means and offers guidance on how fathers can realize their fullest potential.”
Joe Lieberman, United States Senator
Review
"There is no more important job in the world for men than being a good father for our kids. I love being a dad - and I always have. Thats why I appreciate the honesty, the humor and the many helpful ideas that my friend Gregory Slayton has packed into Be A Better Dad Today!” Being a Better Dad Today” - and every day of our lives - is one of the most important things we can do for our family, our community and our Nation.”
G. K. Butterfield, United States Congressman
Synopsis
The Honorable Gregory W. Slayton, best-selling author and father of four, doesn’t beat around the bush: “Being a good dad isn’t only vital for the future of our families and our society . . . it is critical to our own development as men.”
Be a Better Dad Today is an inspirational and practical guidebook for every father who wants to become the best dad he can be—for his family’s sake and his own. With humor, empathy, common sense, tough talk and engaging stories from his personal experience, Slayton reveals user-friendly, simple-but never- simplistic techniques that will help every dad fulfill his God-given responsibilities. Whether readers are parenting younger or older kids, boys or girls, they will find wise insights and practical, doable action steps for becoming the father God created them to be!
About the Author
The Honorable Gregory Winston Slayton is an American professor, diplomat, author, businessman, and philanthropist. Slayton resides in Hanover, New Hampshire with his wife and children. He is an Adjunct Professor of Business Administration at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College and continues to work as a venture capitalist. He is also a Distinguished Visiting Professor of Leadership at UIBE Business School in Beijing.