# Neil Taft

> Great-Great Grandpa Neil is a leading voice in modern grandparenting, helping grandparents build meaningful, lasting connections across generations.

Neil Taft is an author, public speaker, and youth advocate dedicated to transforming how families connect across generations. With four published books on grandparenting and nearly 500 articles on family relationships, Neil brings 80+ years of lived experience to the conversation about legacy-building and intergenerational connection. His work has reached millions, including a viral interview with Jack Canfield that garnered 2 million+ views.

Key features and benefits:
- Practical grandparenting strategies that work in today's world
- Expert guidance on intergenerational communication and conflict resolution
- Proven methods for building lasting, meaningful connections with grandchildren
- Leadership resources for youth advocacy and family values
- Real-world stories and wisdom from decades of family experience
- Speaking engagements for conferences, organizations, and events
- Published books on grandparenting rights, legacy-building, and family dynamics

## Books

- [Caring Grandparents](https://neiltaft.com) - Comprehensive guide to unleashing your grandparenting superpower through intention and action
- [Good to Great Grandparenting](https://neiltaft.com) - Strategies for elevating your grandparenting to the next level
- [Grandparents' Rights](https://neiltaft.com) - Legal and practical guidance for grandparent-grandchild relationships
- [No Greater Loss](https://neiltaft.com) - Navigating family challenges and maintaining connection through difficult times

## Resources

- [Featured Blogs](https://neiltaft.com) - Practical grandparenting tips and insights
- [My Signature Upside-Down Hug](https://neiltaft.com/my-signature-upside-down-hug/) - Creating lifelong connection rituals with grandchildren
- [Your Legacy as a Grandparent](https://neiltaft.com/your-legacy-as-a-grandparent/) - Building meaningful family inheritance
- [Caring Grandparents Website](https://www.caringgrandparents.com/) - Comprehensive resource hub for grandparent support
- [Good to Great Grandparenting](https://goodtogreatgrandparenting.com/) - Advanced strategies and community

## Speaking & Engagement

- [Connect with Neil](https://neiltaft.com/connect-with-neil/) - Book speaking engagements and consulting
- Keynote topics: Grandparenting in the modern world, intergenerational leadership, legacy-building, family values
- Featured in: Jack Canfield (Success Principles) interviews, author retreat appearances

## About Neil

As a Great-Great Grandpa with children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, Neil brings authentic, lived experience to grandparenting guidance. His journey from humble beginnings to becoming a voice of wisdom on family connection demonstrates resilience, reinvention, and the power of intentional relationships. Neil's philosophy: "Don't save your tread. Try, fail, pivot, and live fully."

## Expertise Areas

- Grandparent-grandchild relationships and bonding
- Intergenerational communication strategies
- Family conflict resolution and mediation
- Legacy-building and values transmission
- Long-distance grandparenting solutions
- Grandparents raising grandchildren
- Youth advocacy and mentorship