Joe and Mitch leave the studio and step straight into the fire—literally. This special on-location episode was recorded live at Fire & Ice Sauna in Bolingbrook, where the guys took on contrast therapy with dry saunas, icy plunges, and even colder truths about recovery, entrepreneurship, and dad life.

Joined by Fire & Ice owner and fellow dad Asif Hazrat, along with special guests Sal Gaddam (back from season 1) and Brian Vladovich (Joe's brother-in-law and part owner of Olsson Roofing, a commercial roofing company).

This episode dives into what it takes to build resilience—mentally, physically, and professionally—when life throws heat (or toddlers) your way. The guys also learn about contrast therapy... and you get to see them freeze their butts off in a cold tub!

Expect laughter, shivering, and some surprisingly deep wisdom from the sauna to the plunge tub. Topics include the science of recovery, raising three kids under three, the stress-reducing power of cold exposure, and how to build a wellness business from scratch.

🧊 Whether you're a dad, a business owner, or just sauna-curious—this episode brings the heat and drops the temp at the same time.

👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk on fatherhood, fitness, and the entrepreneurial grind. #DadsDealsDumbbells #ColdPlunge #EntrepreneurDad #fireandice

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We dive into fatherhood, entrepreneurship, fitness, mental health, and how to balance building your body, business, and family without losing your mind (or your gains).

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Welcome back to Dads, Deals & Dumbbells — the podcast where dad life meets business hustle and heavy lifting (literally and metaphorically). We're two entrepreneurial dads — one chiropractor, one lawyer — both trying to raise strong kids, build strong businesses, and stay strong ourselves.

In this Season 2 premiere, we’re kicking things off with no guests, no fluff — just real talk. We’re catching up on life, recapping what worked in Season 1, and diving deep into why we ditched the 9-5 to build our own empires.

💬 In this episode:

• Dad-life chaos, toddler moments & the return of our recurring segments
• Joe’s Dad Hack of the Week to actually get your kids talking
• The real reason we left the "safe" path and became our own bosses
• Dr. Quill drops a must-hear fitness tip for busy dads in Quill’s Corner
• PLUS: a preview of our new on-location episode format (sauna + cryo anyone?)

🔥 Whether you're a dad trying to balance work and workouts, or just a guy looking for tactical tips and a laugh — you’re in the right place.

👇 Drop a comment with your craziest dad moment or business leap.
💬 DM us with segment ideas or weird wellness spots we should try on-location.
📲 Subscribe & follow us on Instagram @DadsDealsDumbbells

👔 Managing the Mayhem: How to Lead a Small Office Without Losing Your Mind | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells Ep. 30 💼🔥

Small teams, big headaches.
This week, Joe (the lawyer) and Dr. Quill (the chiropractor) are talking all things leadership — how to manage a small team without becoming the office babysitter (or the janitor... or the emotional support animal).

If you’ve ever thought, “It’d be faster if I just did it myself,” — you need this episode.

🚨 In This Episode:
• Why small teams require BIG visibility and leadership presence
• The hidden cost of one bad hire (hint: it’s not just money)
• Micromanagement vs. accountability — where's the line?
• How to boost morale without becoming the “fun boss” who gets nothing done
• The exact strategies we use to hire, delegate, and not lose our minds

🔥 Segment: Deal or Dumbbell – Office Team Building Edition
We pitch team-building ideas. Dr. Quill decides if they’re brilliant… or HR nightmares:

Office escape room

Trust falls 🤕

Slack memes channel

Bring your kid to work (chaos!)

Friday walking meetings

Office karaoke 🎤😬

Spoiler: karaoke is a hard no.

💡 Key Stats & Insights:
• 74% of small biz owners say a bad hire costs them over $10K
• Absenteeism can cost $3,600+ per employee per year
• Regular recognition = 31% lower turnover (Gallup)
• Culture fit over resume. You can train skills. You can’t train attitude.

✅ Takeaways:
• Hire slow. Fire faster than you’re comfortable with.
• Clarity beats control — set expectations, not traps
• Feedback is fuel: praise publicly, correct privately
• Your energy sets the tone — lead how you want your team to show up
• Don’t ignore morale — it’s cheaper than turnover

📲 If your office is feeling like a daycare for adults, do this:
✅ Hit Subscribe — new episodes every week
💬 Drop a comment with your most outrageous small office story
🔁 Share with another dad trying to grow a business without growing gray hairs

🎙️ Dads, Deals & Dumbbells is the podcast where fatherhood meets entrepreneurship, team leadership, and mental gains. Hosted by two entrepreneurial dads figuring it out (with a mic, a barbell, and a payroll spreadsheet).

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