Startup Dad How to be a Better Girl Dad as a Solopreneur with Ben Erez | Dad of 1
Jun 19, 2025
Ben Erez, a former product leader and current solopreneur from Brooklyn, shares his journey of balancing fatherhood and a portfolio career. He discusses why solo parenting can feel less stressful, the benefits of structured routines, and how these elements help him stay present with his daughter, Gaia. Ben also reflects on the pros and cons of becoming a parent and the importance of community support through local dad groups. He emphasizes the value of revenue diversification and focused commitments in achieving stability as a solopreneur.
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Pros Versus A Black-Box Pro
- Ben used a pros-and-cons exercise to decide whether to have kids and found the pros were a black box until experienced.
- He and his wife accepted timing trade-offs and took the leap despite many known cons.
Solo Weekdays Reduce Coordination Stress
- Solo weekday parenting reduces coordination overhead because one person holds full responsibility.
- Ben finds solo control less stressful than shared coordination that requires constant checking.
Guard Weekends; Schedule Weekday Focus
- Protect weekends for family and say no to nonessential plans that conflict with weekend unpredictability.
- Block focused work during weekday mornings to reclaim creative time without weekend intrusion.
