Hi, Cassandra - thanks for an interesting post.

I could not and would not disagree with a single thing on your list.  These are all traits of strong and effective fathers and leaders.   I daresay these are excellent traits to develop and aspire to display for mothers, too:)

The "Provider" entry caught my attention.  At first, I thought that this might be a dated description of fatherly responsibilities, but upon reflection, it fits beautifully.  As leaders, we provide for those we serve, whether our children, our family, our team, or our organization.  An effective leader would have to be adept at providing, especially in times where needs outnumber resources.

A good father and a good leader will identify what those he cares for truly need and do whatever is necessary to provide that.

A second comment has to do with "Accountability".  In addition to the good father/leader exhibiting self-accountability, I think he also has to hold those he serves to their own accountability as well.  I remember well as a father having to sometimes display "tough love" to one of my children who was not progressing in an acceptably positive manner.  I also have had to treat employees who were not progressing, in spite of support, in much the same manner.

I guess I didn't "ground" the employees, though ...:)

John