If you want to know exactly how I built my brand in Year One, while working a full-time job and spending very little money, here’s the playbook:

In my world, I find that my daughters LOVE undivided attention, and it doesn’t take hours to fill their cups. For example, sometimes I watch them color or draw a picture, and they are beaming with light to be able to look up at me and say, “Look!” Sometimes, we’re just telling riddles or jokes, and they are fully engaged. Other times, it’s pushing the swing or playing a board game. These 15–20 minute increments that force me to slow down suddenly create better listeners, fewer sibling arguments, and very clearly bring everyone a dose of joy.