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The From boys to Men: Success Journal is a bi-product based on the "From Boys to Men" Personal Development Program. The From Boys to Men Program is a 10-20 week program presented in schools and for various community organization to help prepare young men for success and to help them avoid the failed callings of the urban streets. The programs main focus areas are the Physical, Personal and Financial Development of boys as they set and achieve goals. The Success Journal allows the boy or young man to document his thoughts, dreams and ideas as he makes his journey from boyhood to manhood.

Mentor Select serves as an invaluable resource for parents who are raising teenagers. Each week I interview leading experts who share practical tips, strategies, and resources that parents can use to empower their teens to be successful adults.

Mentor Select serves as an invaluable resource for parents who are raising teenagers. Each week I interview leading experts who share practical tips, strategies, and resources that parents can use to empower their teens to be successful adults.

Episode: Changing Lives With College Degrees Welcome to Episode 123 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, ScholarShot Program Director April Tillettt shares how ScholarShot provides its scholars with financial and academic assistance for college and technical degrees So if you want to learn proven strategies to help your teen navigate their higher education and career options then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: How to best match your teen with institutions of higher learning based on their financial and academic readiness. More Information Contact April Tillett: https://scholarshot.org/ aprilt@scholarshot.org Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on changing lives with college degrees then please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Helping Boys Master Their Emotions Welcome to Episode 122 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Emotional Responsive Coach Derek Bulter shares strategies to help boys reach their full potential. So if you want to learn proven strategies to help your teen gain greater understanding of their emotions and the emotions of others then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: How to help boys fully process their emotions More Information Contact Derek Butler: https://www.facebook.com/derek.butler.3363 derekbutlerempowers.com Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on helping boys master their emotions then please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Getting Teens Involved in the Political Process Welcome to Episode 121 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, politician Bryan Chatfield shares various ways that teens can engage in politics. So if you want to learn proven strategies to help your teen gain a greater understanding and appreciation for public service then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: How to help teens connect the dots why they should care about the elected officials that will represent them.   More Information Contact Bryan Chatfield: https://iambryanchatfielddotorg.wordpress.com/about/ Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on getting teens involved in the political process then please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s Thanks for listening!

Episode: Helping Teens Manage Their Message Welcome to Episode 120 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, communication expert Dr. Jim Karrh shares strategies that parents can use to develop their teen's communication skills and improve their confidence. So if you want to learn proven strategies to help your teen develop confidence and effective communication skills. In this episode, you'll discover: Fun, creative ways to better connect with your teen More Information Contact Dr. Jim Karrh: https://jimkarrh.com/ Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on helping teens manage their message then please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s Thanks for listening!

Episode: Teaching Teens Smart Money Habits Welcome to Episode 119 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Episode: Teaching Teens Smart Money Habits Welcome to Episode 119 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, investor and founder of Prepared Fathers Jay Gabrani shares strategies on how parents can teach their teens smart money habits. So if you want to learn proven strategies to help your teen develop financial literacy then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: Fun, creative ways to show teens how to make, save, and invest money More Information Contact Jay Gabrani: www.preparedfathers.com jay@jaygabrani.com Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on teaching teens smart money habits please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s Thanks for listening! So if you want to learn proven strategies to help your teen develop financial literacy then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: Fun, creative ways to show teens how to make, save, and invest money More Information Contact Jay Gabrani: www.preparedfathers.com jay@jaygabrani.com Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on teaching teens smart money habits please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s Thanks for listening!

Mentor Select serves as an invaluable resource for parents who are raising teenagers. Each week I interview leading experts who share practical tips, strategies, and resources that parents can use to empower their teens to be successful adults.

Episode: Promoting Social and Emotional Learning Welcome to Episode 117 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Assistant Principal Michelle Duke shares strategies on how parents can help their teens develop essential life skills.   So if you want to learn proven strategies on how to prepare your teenager to succeed in the real world then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: How to give your teens real-life experiences to promote their social and emotional development. Assistant Principal Michelle Dukes has been an educator for over 20 years. She has served in various teaching and leadership roles. Michelle loves serving students and their families.    More Information Contact Jeremy Mentz at: michelle.duke@risd.org Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on promoting social and emotional learning please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!  

Episode: Strengthening Family Relationships Welcome to Episode 116 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Jeremy Mentz, the co-founder of Listen Better Now.com, shares strategies for becoming a better active listener to strengthen family relationships. So if you want to learn proven strategies how to your family can become better connected then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: How to acknowledge what you see and control how you show up everyday.   More Information Contact Jeremy Mentz at: www.listenbetternow.com   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremymentz/ Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on strengthening family relationships please comment and share. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Developing Intergenerational Relationships Welcome to Episode 115 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Pastor Jeffrey Broadnax, National Coordinator of Generations Ministries shares how developing intergenerational relationships can give teens a 15 year head start. So if you want to learn proven strategies how to help teens leverage intergenerational relationships then tune in now. In this episode, you'll discover: How to discover how to expose teens to a web of mentors that will help them reach excel in all areas of their lives. About Our Guest Pastor Jeffrey Broadnax accomplishments include: Principal overseer of the denominational leadership “on ramps” and "acceleration zones" for children, youth and young adults within Grace Communion International. Worked with under-served youth and teaching them how to develop and present a profession business plan and how to start and operate a small business. Worked with young offenders 16-24 on pre-release planning, life skill development, re-entry and reconciliation preparation. More Information Contact Pastor Jeffrey Broadnax at: jeffbrdnax@gmail.com   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-broadnax-mps-ms-ncc-69571529/       Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on developing intergenerational relationships then please comment and share.   Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Helping Teens Standout Early and Often Welcome to Episode 114 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, John Walsh, President, and CEO of StandoutX share 5 ways that teens can standout to Rise, Shine, and Impact. So if you want to learn proven strategies to promote personal and professional development then tune in. In this episode, you'll discover: How to discover and develop your teen’s unlimited potential About Our Guest John Walsh accomplishments include: President and CEO of StandoutX, LLC Bestselling Author of The Standout Experience Former Senior Executive at The Walt Disney Company and The Madison Square Garden Company John’s real interest, obsession and mission in life is to help and inspire students, young professionals, new executives and emerging businesses accelerate their potential and rise from “just starting” to standing out as fast as possible.    More Information Contact John Walsh at: https://standoutmovement.com/       Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Helping Teens Standout Early and Often then please comment and share.   Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Suicide Prevention and Mental Wellness Welcome to Episode 113 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, the Founder of  2020 Lives Changed, Inc. shares her mission to save lives and careers by facilitating conversations about mental health and suicide prevention.  So if you want to learn proven strategies to promote mental wellness then tune in. In this episode, you'll discover: How to have those difficult conversations and tear down the negative stigma related to mental health. About Our Guest Sherry James, PMP accomplishments includes: Founder of 2020 Lives Changes, Inc. Keynote Speaker and Author Host of  #SHERRYSPEAKS on IG Live Sherry’s life's purpose is to leave people better than they were before they knew each other. She has decided to dedicate the rest of her life to removing the stigma of mental illness and Suicide.   More Information Contact Sherry James at:   https://www.instagram.com/sherryjamespmp/ https://sherryjamespmp.com/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjamespmp/       Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Suicide Prevention and Mental Wellness then please comment and share.   Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Boosting Teens Resilience and Immunity Welcome to Episode 112 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, the founder of the Integrative Healing Center, Dr. Elisha Robinson shares how she guides people on a healing journey spiritually, and physically. So if you want to learn the proven strategies to boost your teen’s resilience and immune system then tune in. In this episode, you'll discover: How the body is naturally designed to heal itself when given the proper balance of nutrition, sunlight, rest and relaxation, and detoxification.  About Our Guest Dr. Elisha Robinson accomplishments include: Board Certified General Surgeon Fellowship Trained Breast Health Specialist Natural Health Practitioner and Holistic Nutrition Practitioner The most important thing that Dr. Robinson's father taught her was to be a life-long learner. Currently, she is working on her Ph.D. in Natural Health and to provide an integrative approach to the treatment of every patient.   More Information Contact Dr. Robinson at: https://www.integrativehealingdoc.com/   https://www.facebook.com/integrativehealingcenter/?ref=page_internal       Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on How to Boost Teens’ Resilience and Immunity then please comment and share.   Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Developing Teen Boys Into Future Leaders Welcome to Episode 111 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, SGT. Robert Walsh of the Arlington Police Department shares how The NEX Foundation invests in young men ages 16-21 to develop them into future leaders of character. So if you want to learn the proven strategies to educate and build sustainable character in young men through life skills then tune in. In this episode, you'll discover: In this episode you will learn innovative ways to motivate and empower teen boys to overcome obstacles during adolescence into young adulthood. About Our Guest SGT. Robert Walsh has been a police officer for 13 years. Currently he serves as the supervisor for school resource officers. He is the Founder/President of the 501(c)(3) non-profit The Nex Foundation. More Information Contact SGT. Walsh at: http://thenexfoundation.org/   www.thenexfoundation.org       Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Developing Teen Boys Into Future Leaders then please share   Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Creative Ways for Teens to Channel Their Thoughts and Emotions Welcome to Episode 110 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, author, artist, and proud founder of CTR-Center, Inc. Chris Elese shares how teens can discover and express their creativity through the arts. So if you want to learn the proven strategies to help teens express their thoughts and emotions in healthy ways then tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: How Parents Can Help Their Teens With Healthy Self-expression and discover their passions.  About Us Chris Elese is an author, artist, and proud founder of CTR-Center, Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia.  CTR-Center proudly assists in the facilitation of art by providing a safe space for all artists of various art forms to create freely. The CTR-Center supplies its artists with networking opportunities, tools/resources needed to create, and a safe environment to do it in. A safe space that allows art to influence art at the rawest level.  CTR-Center Offers The Following Monthly Workshops by age groups: ​#CreativeChild   5yrs- 12yrs #TalentedTeens 13yrs - 17yrs #ART&FLOW     18yrs & Up  More Information Contact Chris Elese at: https://www.ctrcenterinc.org/ https://www.instagram.com/chriselese/ https://www.amazon.com/Butterflies-my-Stomach-Chris-Elese/dp/1734628561/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=butterflies+in+my+stomach&qid=1598400197&sr=8-1 Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Creative Ways for Teens to Channel Their Thoughts and Emotions please share Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s Thanks for listening!

Episode: How To Live A 3D Life Welcome to Episode 109 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Automotive sales expert and host of the #RISEANDGRIND morning show Glenn Lundy shares how to go from living a 2D life to a 3D life. So if you want to learn the proven strategies to make a massive impact in your teen’s life and greatly increase their career opportunities then tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: 5 Simple steps to an extraordinary life About Us Glenn Lundy is the only person in the world that grew a dealership 800% in 5 years, from 120 cars a month to a 1,000, in a small town of only 9,600 people, and is willing to tell you how he did it.  His accomplishments include: The fastest-growing group on Facebook with the #1 daily morning show that inspires you to become the absolute best version of yourself that you can be! Husband to 1 Father to 7 22 years of automotive industry experience  More Information Contact Glenn at: https://glennlundy.com/ Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on How To Live A 3D Life please share   Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content    Thanks for listening!

Episode: Getting Teens Excited About STEM Careers Welcome to Episode 108 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Civil Engineer Terrance Williams and I discuss how exposure plays a vital role in getting teens excited about STEM careers. So if you want to learn the proven strategies to help your teen excel in math, science and greatly expand their career opportunities then tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: 3 Ways to Prepare Teens For STEM Careers Confidence Building Leveraging Available Resources Recovering Quickly From Setbacks About Us Terrance Williams is a Structural Design Engineer.  His accomplishments include: Served in the  United States Navy A member of NSBE Graduate from Old Dominion University More Information Contact Terrance Williams at: terrjwill@gmail.com Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Getting Teens Excited About STEM Careers please share Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Preparing Teens For Distance Learning Welcome to Episode 107 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Dr. Walter Price, aka “The Encourager” and I discuss how to parents can best prepare their teens for distance learning and how to make a smooth transition from high school to college. So if you want to learn the proven strategies to help your teens excel at distance learning, and significantly increase their chances of getting into their dream school then tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Preparing Teens For Distance Learning Time Management Skills Interpersonal Communication and Life Skills Conflict Resolution About Us Dr. Price is a sought-after motivational speaker, facilitator, seminar leader, trainer, and negotiator. As a manager of his own business, Priceless Education. He has given speeches to, facilitated or, trained over one million (1,000,000) people. His accomplishments include: A trainer and consultant for Harvard University School of Public Health, Dispute Resolution Service Centers, Chairman for the Division of Business and Professor of Business and Speech at Southwestern Christian College Former Captain, United States Army   More Information Learn more about how to parent teens to be successful adults contact Dr. Price at: PROFESSORSPEAKS@GMAIL.COM   Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Preparing Teens For Distance Learning please share https://mysoundwise.com/episodes/1596718991715e Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: 3 Ways to Recession Proof College Costs   Welcome to Episode 106 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Dr. Jenifer L. Price, PhD, LMSW, and I discuss how to minimize the confusion and stress associated with college admissions, promote more timely graduation rates, lower the cost of attendance.   So if you want to learn the proven strategies to recession proof college costs, reduce stress related to the admission process, and promote timely graduate rates, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: 3 Ways to Recession Proof College Costs Research Acceptance Criteria Apply Early for Scholarships Find the best match About Us For over 20 years, UVISEME, LLC Founder Jenifer L. Price, PhD, LMSW has offered strategic advice to high school, early career adults, and their families as they journey through the college admissions and career selection process. Her accomplishments includes: Doctoral degree in Instructional Design and Technology to learn how to effectively integrate technology into the delivery of advising services As a licensed master’s level social worker, she connects individuals and families with the resources they need to reach their goals Visited 200+ colleges nationwide and helped students collectively win over $15 million dollars in scholarships to date   More Information Learn more about how to parent teens to a success adults visit Links & Mentions From This Episode: 3 Ways to Recession Proof College Costs report: tinyurl.com/drjenreport. http://www.drjenprice.com/   www.instagram.com/drjenprice   www.facebook.com/drjenprice     Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on 3 Ways to Recession Proof College Costs please share https://mysoundwise.com/episodes/1596020864194e Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: Cultivating a Unifying Culture for Teens   Welcome to Episode 105 of the Mentor Select podcast | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Galit Adani and I discuss how to create a culture that inspires and empowers teens to unite with people from different backgrounds.   So if you want to learn the proven strategies that develop a culture of unity and tolerance for teens, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: 3 Essential Strategies for Developing a Unifying Culture Seeing Yourself in Others Loving Yourself Self-respect About Us Galit Adani is a professional dancer and educator. In 2009 Galit founded Dance to Unite, a program that  combines education and dance for the purpose of future peace.Her accomplishments includes: Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre-Communications and Psychology Extensive experience in the education field as a Youth Director (grades 6–12) A Hebrew school teacher (grades 3–12) at The Conservative Synagogue Religious School located in Westport-Connecticut (1999–2009)   More Information Learn more about how to parent teens to a success adults visit Links & Mentions From This Episode: https://www.dancetounite.org/ https://www.instagram.com/dancetounite/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC60PI0W8DT6eJ9pDcVLGQpw   Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on 3 Essential Strategies for Developing a Unifying Culture please share https://mysoundwise.com/episodes/1593002864395e Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: 3 Essential Soft Skills for Teens Welcome to Episode 104 of the Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults In this episode, Kim Egan and I discuss essential soft skills that empower teens to discover their greatness. So if you want to learn the 3 essential soft skills that will set your teen up for success, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: 3 Essential Soft Skills for Teens Locus of Control Proper Preparation Accountability About Us Kim Egan has helped thousands of business professionals, managers, and leaders increase their performance and deliver stronger business results. Her accomplishments includes: M.A. in counseling psychology from the University of Denver Co-founded Vado, Inc., an e-learning company dedicated to creating and distributing e-learning courses for business professionals, managers, and leaders. Co-founded the Center for Talent Retention, Inc., later renamed the Center for Talent Solutions, Inc., a boutique training and development firm focused on helping companies engage and retain their employees.   More Information Learn more about how to parent your teen to a be a success adult visit Links & Mentions From This Episode: https://www.kimegan.com/ https://www.kimegan.com/blog/articlejuly202   Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on 3 Essential Soft Skills for Teens, please share https://mysoundwise.com/episodes/1594817536699e Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Listen to a snippet from Mentor Select a recent interview with Texas A&M Baptist Student Ministry Intern, Tashara Oliver, who shares strategies to help teens make a smooth transition from high school to college. Also, Tashara discusses how Texas A&M is adapting to Covid-19 and keeping students safe. 

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Episode: “Making it Impossible for Teens to Fail”   Welcome to Episode 101 of the Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Ralph Harper  and I discuss how his W.I.N. model makes it impossible for teens to fail. So if you want to learn a proven blueprint that will set your teen up for success, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: “Making it Impossible for Teens to Fail” Laying the Foundation Preparing for the future Overcoming Adversity About Us Ralph Harper is the founder of The 2060s Project and author of Own The Change - How Our Children Will Lead The Next Cultural Movement. His accomplishments includes: Founder of the 501(c) 3 non-profit organization The 2060s Project Author of Own The Change - How Our Children Will Lead The Next Cultural Movement A Successful Entrepreneur   More Information Learn more about how to parent your teen to a be a success adult visit Links & Mentions From This Episode: https://the2060sproject.com/   Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on making it impossible for teens to fail, please share https://mysoundwise.com/episodes/1593002864395e Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

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Show Notes Episode: “The Art of Turning The Negative Into Positive”   Welcome to Episode 99 of the Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults  In this episode, Coach Marcus Jones  and I discuss strategies to help teens turn the negative into positive. So if you want to learn creative ways to help your teens effectively manage stress and peer pressure, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: “The Art of Turning The Negative Into Positive” Adapting to Change Expecting the Unexpected Overcoming Adversity About Us Marcus Jones has been coaching youth sports for over 24 years. His accomplishments includes: Founder and head coach of the 501(c) 3 non-profit organization Red Warriors basketball elite team Graduate of The Art Institute of Dallas with a degree in audio engineering Proud Alumni of Gamblin University and a member of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship INC.   More Information Learn more about how to parting your teen to a be a success adult visit Links & Mentions From This Episode: https://www.redwarriorsbasketball.com/?fbclid=IwAR2OcX5ZxXE19HSSdHApBa-5X_z4GfB6ZI1-PGXUZcnQy1kDR2HW-Zc0Upw   Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on the art of turning the negative into positive, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

Episode: “How to Expose Teens to the Arts”   Welcome to Episode 98 of the Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults In this episode, Dr. Adeyemi Doss and I discuss Cultivating Teens to be Critical Thinkers. So if you want to equip your teen with the vital life skills that they don’t learn in the classroom tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: “How to Cultivate Teens to be Critical Thinkers” - Cultivating Critical Thinkers - Interrogating Life Experiences - Student-centered Approach - Giving teens a voice About Us Dr. Adeyemi Doss is an expert in African American & African Diaspora Studies whose accomplishments include: Ph.D. - African American & African Diaspora Studies, Indiana University - 2016 2020 Professing Excellence & Inspiring Instruction Award Winner-Indiana State University Works primarily in the areas of critical philosophy of race, and the philosophy of the Black experience. Particularly interested in the formation of African-American philosophical thought as articulated within the social context and historical space of anti-Black racism, African-American agency, and identity formation. More Information Learn more about how you can improve your results with Arts & Entertainment with https://app.mysoundwise.com/signup/soundcast_user/1590066277980s Links & Mentions From This Episode: https://www.indstate.edu/faculty-staff/adeyemi-doss#credentials Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Cultivating Teens to be Critical Thinkers, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our "Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults !" And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening!

Episode: “How to Expose Teens to the Arts”   Welcome to Episode 97 of the Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults . In this episode, Kevin Hamilton  and I discuss helping teens identify healthy outlets to express themselves. So if you want to learn creative ways to introduce teens to the arts so that they ultimately develop a love for it, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: “How to Expose Teens to the Arts” Increasing teens’ emotional quotient - 8:48 Creating a safe learning environment-11:51 Balancing discipline and direction with fun-25:49 About Us Kevin Hamilton  is an expert in Arts & Entertainment whose accomplishments include: Co-founder of Southwest Soul Circuit and GYDP who has worked with educating youth since 1986 Graduate of the Dallas School for the Performing Arts, Tennessee State University, and the University of Arizona as a vocal performance major Performer in (3) major operas as a classically trained baritone US Air Force veteran Plays almost all of the instruments in the studio to create unique, musically sound compositions. More Information Learn more about how to expose your teen to the Arts & Entertainment visit https://app.mysoundwise.com/signup/soundcast_user/1590066277980s Arts & Entertainment Links & Mentions From This Episode: https://www.facebook.com/pg/Garden-Youth-Development-Project-Inc-310608508961415/about/?ref=page_internal http://www.gardenyouth.org/gardenyouth/youthdevelopment.html   http://swsoulcircuit.com/   Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on Helping teens identify healthy outlets to express themselves , please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our Mentor Select | Parenting Teens To Be Successful Adults and bonus content - https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1590066277980s   Thanks for listening!

During Keiland's junior year of high school, he and a group of friends made a decision that would forever change the course of their lives. The events that followed inspired the movie Carter High. Learn how Keiland's parents, family, and friends supported him through these hard times, and how Keiland was able to rebuild his life into a great success story. 

ScholarShot was founded in 2009 by concerned business professionals, educators and community volunteers who saw numerous well-meaning college advisement and “access” programs failing at-risk students. In Texas, 9 out of 10 of these students who get into college drop out. ScholarShot has developed a proven model of academic navigation, personal guidance and financial support that reverses this outcome with 90% of our Scholars succeeding in earning life-changing vocational, associate or undergraduate degrees. Leveraging the success of the ScholarShot model, our Degree Dallas Campaign is on track to produce 500 first generation college degrees from Dallas County.

Mrs. JeJuan D. Stewart  is the wife of  Late Rev. John C. Stewart, Jr., mother of four and grandmother of four.  Professionally, she is a trained PA-Anesthetist having graduated from Emory University’s PA program. A Gwinnett county resident for over 24 years, her focus on family enrichment is a priority. JeJuan has a passion for community engagement, parent empowerment and youth leadership development. She founded the Gwinnett NAACP Youth Council in 2004 with her late husband. She served as its advisor for six years. Through innovative programming and community collaborations, she developed the ideas that serve as a foundation for EAGLE 7 LLC today. EAGLE 7 designs programs and develops conferences/seminars to meet the needs of  our constituents .  Engaging diversity among community groups and supporting local grassroots organizations with specific needs  is our specialty.

Next Level Elite Athletic Training is an elite program for young athletes to learn the necessary tools to grow into the athlete they were born to be! Teaching a mindset of hard work & relentlessness is essential to being a Successful Athlete. This is Professional Training designed to help maximize Speed, Agility, Power, & develop unique skill sets to launch your Athlete on to the Next Level!

The Young Men’s Service League is a 501(c)(3) non-profit national organization. Members of YMSL are moms and their teenage sons who volunteer together to serve their local communities during his four years of high school. YMSL currently represents over 7,000 moms and 8,000 young men as part of 94 chapters across 15 states. YMSL offers moms service opportunities and time together with her son(s) to grow their relationship and to instill in him a heart of service to last a lifetime. In addition to service, as part of its four-year comprehensive program, YMSL teaches leadership and life skills to develop our young men to become the capable, confident and compassionate leaders of tomorrow.

The WLA approach to learning begins with S.E.A.D, that is Social, Emotional, & Academic Development. Our learning programs are designed to build skill and fluency in foundational areas like verbal repertoires, attending to instruction, answering on signal, fine motor skills, etc. Once learners are fluent in these skills we then begin working on academic development like reading, writing, math, etc. 

Monica G.M. Smith, MS, MMT, is an experienced social worker, licensed professional foster parent, facilitator and educator. She has employment experience working in both business and human services for the past 25 years, on the state and local level. Monica is committed to improving the overall quality of life of individuals, youth, families and the professionals who serve them. Her experience as a highly trained, trauma informed, culturally competent practitioner provides an open and affirming environment for her clientele. She is an internationally accredited Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Certified Life Coach, author and former Interpreter for the Deaf. Mindful Endeavors, LLC also offers faith-based workshops and individual  coaching.

Youth Revive, Inc. has serviced a number of schools since its launch in 2013. Youth that have participated in YR Programs have improved in behavior and social skills giving them the character needed to be valuable contributors to the local community and abroad.

Tracey Maxfield is a nurse with over 37 years’ experience. She is certified in gerontology and dementia care and was a regular guest on well-known author and radio host Peter Rosenberger’s show Hope For the Caregiver on WLAC and iHeart Radio. Tracey has written articles on dementia care, medical research and mental illness/bullying in teenagers. She is the Purple Angel Dementia Ambassador for the Okanagan. B.C. and NAASCA Ambassador for B.C., Canada. Her philosophy is to Engage children and teenagers, to Educate them about mental illness and bullying and to Empower them to develop confidence and skills to continue to move ahead in their own life journey. Escaping the Rabbit Hole: my journey book is Tracey’s first book and has received international rave reviews.

  Jedidiah Collins played seven seasons in the NFL while studying for his financial planning certification in the off-seasons - he was determined not to end up one of the 70% of professional athletes who fall on financial hardships. Jedidiah's new book, Your Money Vehicle likens your personal finance journey to the parts of a car, helping readers understand how all the parts help you get where you want to go. Jedidiah lays out 10 easy steps to help students, athletes, young adults, or anyone who hasn't quite figured out their financial goals yet, understand the what, why, and how of achieving financial freedom.      

Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Adam McGough serves as the District 10 Dallas City Council representative. Elected in 2015, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem McGough represents northeast Dallas including Lake Highlands and Hamilton Park. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem McGough serves as the Chair for the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee and the Ad Hoc Judicial Nomination Committee. He is also a member of the Economic Development; Human and Social Needs; Quality of Life, Arts and Culture; Ad Hoc Legislative; and Ad Hoc Administrative Affairs Committees. Additionally he is the Mayor's appointee to the Regional Transportation Commission, the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition, and TEX-21. In 2015, he was named the Dallas Morning News' "Council Rookie of the Year," for his leadership in negotiating revisions to Chapter 27 of the Dallas City Code to improve minimum property standards, leading improvements to nuisance abatement laws, negotiating a compromise on the Trinity River Project, and appointed to draft a compromise agreement for the privatization of Fair Park. In June 2016, McGough released the #ALLinD10 Accountability Plan to improve quality of life and spur economic development in District 10 and remains committed to working collectively and strategically to accomplish those goals.

Dawn Freeman takes a vision and makes it reality through comprehensive strategy development and tenacious ambition. She intuitively identifies an opportunity with purpose, evaluates its impact on a long-term goal or objective, develops a path to completion, and drives the opportunity and goal to the finish line. She is an inspirational leader whose passion and determination motivates and encourages others to step outside of their comfort zone and aspire to do more. Respected as a credible voice in business and on a personal level, Dawn earns a seat at the table wherever she serves. Dawn is not a stranger to incarceration or recidivism. She has experienced several of her immediate family members go in and out of jail and prison over the years. Some of the stints of incarceration were due to poor decision-making, and some were due to the harsh realities of mental illness and their inability to stay motivated to get and keep their lives on the right path. Additionally, Ms. Freeman has several family members who dedicated 20+ years to law enforcement and corrections, which provides her with an even greater perspective on the challenges of pre-release programming and reentry, not just from the viewpoint of the incarcerated individual, but that of the corrections and law enforcement family. Since 2008, Ms. Freeman has financially supported the reentry efforts of her church and local non-profit organizations. In 2016, Dawn expanded her community service efforts beyond a monetary contribution and began volunteering her personal time to a local reentry focused non-profit organization as a Facilitator. After engaging with individuals with backgrounds like her own family members and due to her decade long tenure in the corrections industry, the concept of The Securus Foundation was born. With the guidance and support of the Executive Team at Securus Technologies, The Securus Foundation is a reality. Dawn holds an M.B.A. with an Accounting specialization and B.A. in Business Administration with a specialization in Management from Saint Leo University.  She is the mother of three children, a product of a military and faith-based upbringing, and she is active member of The Potter’s House in Dallas.

Tuan Nguyen is a dynamic certified speaker, coach, and trainer for the John Maxwell Team and the founder of Movement 21 Empowerment. His passion is in adding value to people and organizations. Tuan is a strong connector and he builds people in their personal growth, leadership, and finances.

Hopeful Arms Foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization working to break the cycle of poverty for economically disadvantaged families. In life, there are times when we are forced to start over, veer from the purpose path, or maybe uncertain of the next step. Their mission is to see goals reached, hearts desires realized, life and spiritual purpose manifested. We serve the communities by giving Rebirth seminars in shelters, Mentor programs, and Meet The Need Outreach initiatives for Homeless and Single Parents.

Principal Marla Sullivan is an experienced elementary school principal and a 30 year veteran in Texas public education. She is a mom of 2 and Amma to 2 precious grandkids. When she is not educating kids, mentoring teachers, and building relationships with parents, Principal Sullivan enjoys reading, exercising, listening to music, cooking and walking her boxer. 

The Lord changed Zach Garza’s life through mentoring, when he was a kid heading down a dark path with no one to guide him. As the founder and Executive Director of Forerunner Mentoring Program in Dallas, Texas, Zach equips and encourages mentors to build relationships with kids who were just like him. Using his experience as a teacher and coach in a low income school in his community, Zach built an organization that transforms the lives of kids through the power of positive mentoring relationships founded on Jesus Christ and by supporting the modern-day orphan and widow. He believes relationships change lives, and that every person has tremendous value to offer this world. You can hear his passion by tuning into the You Can Mentor podcast, which he created.  Zach believes that God is all about family and that he is redeeming his generational line to create a generational blessing to be passed down to his wife Sara as well as his children Zachary Jr, Stephen, and Joanna. In his spare time, you can find Zach listening to good music with a book in his hand, discussing the intricacies of what makes a solid basketball player, or eating mass quantities of tacos. 

In this interview, Dr. Steven D Carter shares his 3-legged stool concept and gives parents practical strategies for helping their teens develop critical thinking skills. Dr. Carter is a Harvard Senior Executive Fellow. He has a Doctorate in Business. His subject matter expertise is in strategy, business, and Information technology.

Jo Ann Pugh is a mother, mentor, and advocate for the health and wellbeing of athletes at all levels. She is the founder of 50-Yard Line Mom®, dedicated to helping families and athletes pursuing professional sports, and an Advisor for the Football Players Health Study at Harvard University.

Dr. Daisy Jewel, Ph.D. has extensive experience working with teens and parents in various roles as a psychologist, school counselor, and principal. Dr. Jewel has a passion for equipping and empowering teens and parents to have healthy relationships. 

Lancaster ISD Elementary School Teacher of the Year 2018-19, Traci M. Thompson is a native of South Dallas, Texas. She is a graduate of Lincoln High School and received her Undergraduate Degree from HBCU, Texas College in Tyler, Texas. She is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. This mother of three is passionate about her family, community and teaching. An innovative, connected teacher with a high-class teaching style when serving her students. She has chosen to target students and schools that have been labeled ??? (what have they been labeled) due to their socioeconomic status. Reaching these students and grasping the attention of their parents has been impactful.