“Values are the pillars that will support who we are”
SANTO DOMINGO.- Engineer Guido Rosario Rodríguez, general director and CEO of Attico Group and Constructora Rodos, understands that one of the great challenges for parents in the new era is teaching their children to use technology responsibly and to value personal relationships and family time.
This opinion is expressed following what the First Vice President of the Dominican Association of Housing Builders and Promoters (Acoprovi) considers to be the most important challenge of this century: the influence of technology and social networks on the current generation.
“Another challenge is maintaining a balance between protection and autonomy, allowing them to grow and learn from their own experiences.”.
The businessman, father of two daughters aged 13 and 10, emphasizes that being a dad is one of the greatest blessings of his life, but also an enormous responsibility. “But equally, an inexhaustible source of joy and learning. Every day, my wife and I strive to be positive role models for our daughters and guide them down the right path.”.
Guido Rosario Rodríguez with his daughters.
Rosario Rodríguez became a father for the first time at 27 and says that combining both roles is no easy task, but he manages it thanks to good organization and planning. “The one resource we all have in common is time, and I try to manage it as best as possible for the benefit of both my family and my business, using technological tools that help us with this. We've created a family dynamic where everything is written down in advance, allowing us to have a shared family calendar. This helps us be present for all activities and ensures quality time with our daughters. In addition, I have the support of my wife, my family, and my team at the company, which is crucial for managing everyone's time effectively.”.
Speaking for the "Fathers" series published El Inmobiliario in honor of Father's Day, the engineer noted that his home fosters values such as honesty, responsibility, respect, and perseverance. "Viewing life like engineering, values are the pillars that support who we are. As for activities, we strongly encourage reading, continuous learning, and curiosity, as well as sports and creative pursuits like art and music. We also spend time outdoors and promote the importance of a balanced life."
He described his relationship with his daughters as "very beautiful and close. We communicate openly and try to be present in their lives as much as possible. We strive to understand their interests and concerns and support them in their goals and dreams."
With love and discipline, everything is possible, says Guido Rosario Rodríguez. (External source).
The model he follows in his father's upbringing inclines him toward a style based on mutual respect and open communication. “We believe in setting clear boundaries, but also in giving them the freedom to explore and develop independently. We foster empathy, responsibility, and humility in our daughters.”
Regarding today's youth, Rosario Rodríguez notes that they are incredibly talented and have access to an unprecedented amount of information and opportunities. However, they also face unique challenges such as social pressure and overexposure to social media.
To new parents, he advises them to enjoy every moment and not put too much pressure on themselves. “Parenting is a continuous learning process, for both parents and children. No one is given a book or takes a course on how to be a good dad. We believe that with love and discipline, everything is possible. We also consider it important to establish good communication, be patient, and remember that each child is unique and has their own pace of development,” concludes the happy dad.
