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Wilson County News
East Central's future business leaders advance to State

Wilson County News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 0:30


A large group of East Central High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members have qualified for the State competition to be held on Feb. 23-25 at the Kalahari Resorts in Round Rock. All of these state finalists placed first or second at the regional competition.Article Link

Wilson County News
East Central's future business leaders advance to State

Wilson County News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 0:30


A large group of East Central High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members have qualified for the State competition to be held on Feb. 23-25 at the Kalahari Resorts in Round Rock. All of these state finalists placed first or second at the regional competition.Article Link

Parenting with Confidence
#241 - John Boruk Demystifies College Costs: Maximizing Financial Aid and Cutting Tuition Expenses

Parenting with Confidence

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 21:46


"Did you know that the sticker price of a college education is rarely what families actually end up paying? Are you missing out on financial aid opportunities that could save you thousands?" If you're feeling overwhelmed by the skyrocketing costs of college and confused about navigating financial aid, this episode is for you. It breaks down how to maximize your chances of reducing the sticker price through need-based or merit-based aid, helping you discover how to make a quality education more affordable without missing crucial opportunities. Whether you're just starting the college search or knee-deep in applications, you'll gain the tools to make smarter financial decisions for your child's future. In this episode you will: 1. Get insider tips on how to navigate the FAFSA process and uncover financial aid opportunities you might not know exist. 2. Learn how to compare colleges beyond the sticker price to find hidden savings on tuition. 3. Understand the difference between need-based and merit-based aid so you can strategize for the best possible offers for your child's education. Listen now to learn how you can drastically cut college costs and secure the best financial aid for your child's education. Learn more from John at: https://www.raisingachampion.net About John ( in his words) As a CCFS certified college advisor, I have collaborated with College Funding Solutions, Inc. to present high school students and their parents with a cost-efficient and streamlined approach to attaining excellent post-secondary education at the most favorable price. After four years in various sales roles, I transitioned into my current position as a certified college advisor in the Delaware Valley. Prior to this, I enjoyed a successful 25-year career in sports broadcast journalism, during which I received 11 Emmy awards and three Edward R. Murrow awards for my on-air contributions with numerous nominations. I now take great pleasure in assisting families to navigate the college planning process, ensuring students secure placements in their desired colleges at the most favorable cost. That passion was fueled by a mother who was a high school teacher and the Texas State Advisor for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). After she passed away following her battle with cancer, our family established the Joan E. Boruk Memorial Scholarship to honor her memory. About Theresa A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system. Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit. Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022. Connect with Theresa today! • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/ About Parenting with Confidence Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success! Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theresa-alexander-inman/support

Get in Her Lane
The Youngest Female Voice in the Automotive Industry

Get in Her Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 22:56 Transcription Available


Have you ever wondered how a 13-year-old could make waves in a male-dominated industry like automotive? Meet Kaylee Jewert, our inspiring guest who has made significant strides, including delivering a keynote speech at the Women in Automotive Conference. In this episode, you'll discover how her early exposure to the automotive world through her parents' careers ignited her passion for promoting this excellent career avenue to young people.Kaylee's entrepreneurial spirit and involvement in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) were a launching pad for her. We'll explore how her experiences led her to the Women in Automotive stage and how she became so passionate about discussing the importance of engaging young minds through exposure to the industry.Overall, this was a fun and honest conversation with a 13-year-old who was true to herself and her age. Kaylee didn't pretend to be older or something she wasn't, bringing a refreshing authenticity to our discussion.Stay tuned as we preview Kaylee's upcoming TEDx talk. In it, she will address the generational dynamics affecting teenage mental health, including the impact of COVID-19, parenting styles, and social media. This episode celebrates the future of women in automotive and the inspiring potential of young leaders like Kaylee.

Resources Risk & Insurance Podcast
Difference Makers Podcast: Educational Excellence in Surety Bonds

Resources Risk & Insurance Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 28:31


Listen now and nominate a colleague who is making a similar impact in our field!Matthew K. Cashion, Jr., CIC, CRM (Matt), born and raised in Little Rock, was enrolled in the seventh grade at Pulaski Academy upon its inception by his parents. Before graduating in 1977, he attended Boys State and served as state president of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). His next phase of life found him following in the footsteps of his next older brother, Ted, graduating from Westminster College in Fulton, MO in 1981 with degrees in Economics & Business Administration and Accounting, and a fiancee, Susan Pippin. While at Westminster, he served as a member of the college's prestigious Skulls of Seven Society and is a Sigma Chi. After graduation, he joined the family agency alongside both brothers, Benson and Ted, and his father, Knight, and marrying his college sweetheart in the spring of 1982.Education and industry involvement was instilled in the agency fiber by Knight and continues as part of its DNA today. Soon after joining the agency, his father sent him to the Reliance Insurance Company's Agent Surety School in 1983. In 1986, Matt received his Certified Insurance Counselor Designation and completed the requirements for his Certified Risk Manager designation in 2004. Additionally, Knight gave him the opportunity to attend surety industry association meetings, where he found his business passion. With mentors from all over the countryproviding wind in his sails, Matt volunteered his way through the ranks of the National Association of Surety Bond Producers (NASBP), serving as a Regional Vice-President, Board Member, various committee memberships and chairmanships, and in 2003-2004 he served as the youngest national president.His lane through NASBP was via education. Attending its Level 2 surety school in 1986, he discovered a second passion; teaching. Returning to the association's school two years later, Matt was recently honored as the longest tenured instructor for NASBP clocking in 35 years of volunteer service to thousands of students from every state in the union as well as seven foreign countries. Further participation has included curriculum development and review of all levels of the association's educational offerings on contract surety, text editing of The Basic Bond Book, curriculum review for The Institutes' AFSB designation as well as recording select course introduction videos.Having just completed another term as chair of NASBP's Professional Development Committee, Matt is currently serving as co-chair of the Annual Meeting Program committee for a record sixth time.NASBP honored Matt with the President's Award in 2004, the John J. “Jack” Curtin Presidents Award for Distinguished Service in Surety Education in 2009, the Bruce T. Wallace Award for Career Contributions in 2013 (its highest award), and the John J. “Jack” Curtin Award again in 2023, becoming the only two time recipient.Matt also followed the leadership example set by his business partner, Jim Allbritton, serving as president of The Independent Insurance Agents of Arkansas (Big I - Arkansas) in 2015-2016. In 2021, Big I honored Matt with its highest award, the Allan Kennedy Memorial Award.An unintended consequence of volunteer service to various construction trade associations over the years has resulted in awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors of Arkansas (ABC) (2020 - Phillip Joiner Award for leadership) and Associated General Contractors of Arkansas (AGC) (2011 - Distinguished Service Award; 2021 - President's Award). After having served as a founding member of National AGC's Surety Industry Advisory Council and acting as its Outreach and Education Task Force Chair in 2001, AGC inducted Matt into its Consulting Contractors Council of America in 2009.Further involvement has included presentations and speaking opportunities all over the country to various groups ranging from the AICPA, the National Home Builders Association, local surety associations, trade associations (AGC, ABC, ASA, NAWIC), universities, engineers, and as a convention keynote speaker in Puerto Rico.Outside of the industry, Matt has offered his time to a variety of civic organizations including Pulaski Academy, Alzheimer's Arkansas Programs and Services, the Metropolitan YMCA, and the Heflin Youth Foundation. Additionally, he has received gubernatorial appointments to the Information Network of Arkansas and the Contractors Licensing Board, where he has served as Chair.Combining his passion for teaching and his greatest blessing, Matt and his wife have co-led various small groups at their church for over 30 years, most recently post college single adults. Pushing the comfort zone limits, he even became an ordained minister during the pandemic in order to perform a requested wedding service for a couple that had met in the class.His most recent passion and greatest joys are found in spending time with his six amazing grandchildren. His daughter Rachel and her husband Dr. David Rainwater, have three wonderful girls. His son, Matthew K. Cashion, III (Tripp) and his wife Kara, have two amazing girls and his only grandson (Matthew K. Cashion, IV aka Knight).

Wilson County News
Hornet (future) business leaders compete at State

Wilson County News

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 0:28


The East Central High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) had 10 students qualify to compete at the State Leadership Conference in Galveston. Jenevieve Sanchez was a State finalist in the Client Services event. Congratulations!Article Link

Clark County Today News
Washougal High School students recognized at Future Business Leaders of America state competitions

Clark County Today News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 2:57


Washougal High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter earned Champion Chapter recognition and student Ava Rana placed in the top 12 for public speaking at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Spokane, with the support of a $3,600 donation from local global commercial vehicle equipment supplier ConMet. https://bit.ly/3Hcjm08 #WashougalSchoolDistrict #WashougalPublicSchools #WashougalHighSchool #FutureBusinessLeadersOfAmerica #StateCompetitions #Students #AvaRana #CarterWilson #XavierPinedaGutierrez #CyrusRana #WashougalWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

Legal Mastermind Podcast
EP 204 - Sameer Somal - Prioritizing Your Firm's Online Reputation Management

Legal Mastermind Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 28:40


Sameer Somal is the CEO of Blue Ocean Global Technology and co-founder of Girl Power Talk. He is a frequent speaker at conferences on digital transformation, online reputation management, diversity & inclusion, relationship capital, and ethics. Fundamental to his work at Blue Ocean Global Technology, Sameer leads collaboration with an exclusive group of PR, Law, and Management Consulting agency partners. He helps clients build and transform their digital presence. Sameer is a published writer and an Intellectual Property, Trademark, and Internet Defamation subject matter expert witness. In collaboration with the Philadelphia Bar Foundation, he authors continuing legal education (CLE) programs and is a member of the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) Education Advisory Council. Sameer serves on the national board of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). He is an active member of the Society of International Business Fellows (SIBF) and a CFA Institute 2022 Inspirational Leader Award recipient.Blue Ocean Global Technology is a team of global professionals committed to learning, excellence, and helping our clients achieve optimal results. They also provide the best comprehensive reputation management services, which often includes search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing (SMM), and web development. Blue Ocean Global Technology specializes in mitigating the impact of defamatory content and repairing the negative reputation for businesses as well as solving a wide range of Online Reputation Management challenges.Connect with Sameer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sameersomal/Visit Blue Ocean Global Technology's Website: https://www.blueoceanglobaltech.comOn This Episode, We Discuss…Building a Positive Digital PresenceContent Choice OverloadProcess-Driven Tactics to Add to Your Firm's MarketingThe Challenges of Getting Results for Online Reputation Management

Be Healthy in a Hurry Podcast
Guest Season 4: Dr. Willie Jolley - Turn Setbacks Into Comebacks

Be Healthy in a Hurry Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 55:17


How do you Rise above your Circumstances and Maximize your God-given potential? Dr. Willie Jolley is a Global Thought Leader and an award-winning singer and a popular national radio and television personality. He has been named “One of the Outstanding Five Speakers in the World” and “Motivational & Inspirational Speaker of The Year” by Toastmasters International. He was inducted into the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame and received the CPAE Award (Council of Peers Award of Excellence). He is also the author of several international best-selling books. Yet he, like each of us, has faced challenges. When he was 13, his dad passed away. Later, at the height of his singing career, as a night club singer, he was fired—replaced by a karaoke machine! He went from a drug addiction counselor in Washington DC public schools to speak to millions of young people around the world. He produced and starred in the first PBS Special for teens, Dare To Dream, Dare To Win, which has become the #1 selling youth video in America. He was named “One of America's Top Youth Speakers” by Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). In this session we will discuss:  Why is it important to look at setbacks as opportunities for a comeback?  How can people shift their attitude into looking for opportunities instead of what was lost?  What is the most important mistake that most people make in their thinking?  How does a person adopt a positive outlook? You can reach Dr. Willie Jolley at: www.winwithwillie.com Email: info@williejolley.com and put in subject line: Friend of Dr. Wayne's for the gift of a free digital copy of the book: Only the Best on Success

The Market Call Show
Episode 29- Financial Education with Rhead Kinder

The Market Call Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 34:40


It is becoming more and more apparent that financial education is needed to set our kids up for success after graduation. So how can we help our kids be prepared?  In this week's episode of The Market Call Show, Louis Llanes sits down with Rhead Kinder, finance teacher at Mountain Vista High School in Colorado.  Kinder teaches Introduction to Business, Business Principles, Personal Finance, and International Business. He is also the adviser for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) program and serves as the Department Chair for the Business department. In this episode you'll hear: Are students given enough financial literacy information in school today? Rhead's background and how he became interested in teaching Key learnings for high school students preparing for the real world Does being more or less affluent affect how teens view personal finance?  Are parents equipped to teach financial literacy to their own children?  How can parents help their kids to learn personal finance skills? The career choice vs. cost of college conversation

Tiger Talk Podcast by Northeast Mississippi Community College

In this week's episode, Northeast president Ricky G. Ford talks about the reinstitution of a mask mandate for indoor spaces on Northeast property and helpful tips on how the college can fight the Omicron variant and the COVID-19 virus. Ford gives an update on registration for seated and online classes and also announces a big award for the members of the Northeast Honors Institute -- which includes a $250 scholarship/stipend to help each member with the purchase of college-related materials such as their iPad and other accessories. Ford gives insight into ongoing projects such as the technology and wireless upgrades at the Northeast at Corinth campus and the purchase of the former Corinthian Furniture building at 2100 W. Chambers Drive that will become one of the top-of-the-line career and technical facilities in the nation along with a conference center that will be serviced by members of the Northeast hotel/restaurant management department and the culinary arts students.  Ford gives a rundown of events happening in the upcoming weeks such as home basketball games on Tuesday and Thursday against Southwest Mississippi and Copiah-Lincoln, the Technology Student Association (TSA) Conference on January 27, the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) conference on February 3 and the Creating Futures Through Technology Conference on the Mississippi Gulf Coast on March 2-4. 

Student Voice - Future Leaders
Learning to be a strong female leader

Student Voice - Future Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 22:08


In this interview we speak with Jada Combs who began high school during COVID. Some of her hobbies include cheerleading, reading, baking, and listening to music.  She is currently a sophomore an all star cheerleader and recently joined the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).

Tiger Talk, Mercy High School Podcast
Patrick Flaherty from the CT Department of Labor

Tiger Talk, Mercy High School Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 29:06


In this episode, Patrick Flaherty from the Department of Labor joins Ms. Alissa DeJonge for a discussion on Connecticut's economy. Also joining in on the discussion are Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members Lily Bigos '21 and Brooklyn Libera '23 as well as Maddie Thompson '21 and Julia Nadolski '23, who are students in Mercy Business and Personal Finance class.

Always Better than Yesterday
Ep 91 Interview Sessions with Lucas Lunzman

Always Better than Yesterday

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 35:25


In this episode I am joined by Lucas Lunzmann, host of the Teen Leader Podcast which exists to inspire the next generation of leaders to change the world. The podcast represents growth, inspiration and an attitude of putting we before me. Lucas is 16 years old, from Nebraska USA and is the state president of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). In this episode you will hear: 2:45 FBLA state president and host of the Teen Leader Podcast 03:45 you don’t need a title to impact others and pursue excellence 06:45 we must first lead ourselves before we can leave a legacy 09:45 The Teen Leader Podcast 13:15 Just how up now even if all you do is fail 16:15 we’re put on this earth to help others 16:55 Lucas’ leadership toolkit - being a great listener and leading by example, 19:00 the power of self reflection and surrounding yourself with great people 19:45 the Teen Leader legacy 22:45 Future Business Leaders of America 24:45 learning leadership and influence at the flea markets 33:15 why wait? Start now! Thank you for listening and I hope that this has inspired you to show up and that you will share it with one young person you hope to inspire. Much love Ryan Connect with Lucas Lunzmann YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjEjuJY0FjhkF-qfJraFx0w Podcast: https://ttlpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Website: https://www.theteenleader.com/ IG: @the.teen.leader Connect with Always Better than Yesterday: Email: ryanbhartley@gmail.com Whatsapp: (+44) 07970339936 Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/weareabty Master Heart and Mind Group Coaching: www.ryanhartley.co.uk Thank you to our friends at WebCreation, proud supporters of the Always Better than Yesterday Interview Sessions. Head to www.WebCreationGroup.com for stunning websites at sensible prices.

California School News Radio
01/14/20 Awards Season: Esperanza Award Recipient in El Monte Union

California School News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 28:01


South El Monte High School business teacher Tam Ly-Wong is a 2019 Bobby Salcedo Esperanza Award recipient. Wong discusses emigrating from Vietnam as a child, joining the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) in high school, and her longtime role as South El Monte FBLA club adviser.

Keepin' it Arcadia
S1 #8 Sit-Down Interview with AHS FBLA Director of Activities, Thoughts on Arcadia Invitational, and Interviews at Spring Preview!

Keepin' it Arcadia

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2018 12:14


In this week's episode, podcast host Jeffrey Lee interviews the Arcadia High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter's Director of Activities to find out about FBLA and how their recent trip to Ontario for their State Competition went. Also, podcast member Lulan Yu wraps up the Arcadia Invitational with her opinion on how things went in one of the biggest meets in the country. Last but not least, podcast members Jarett Yip and Pengchi Xiao interviewed many people that participated in Spring Preview, ranging from an SMW member to an incoming freshman to Dr. Forsee.   Find our previous episodes here!

Connie Pheiff/Lisa McDonald 07/21/17

"Living Fearlessly" with Lisa McDonald

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2017 44:57


Connie Pheiff is a successful business woman, author, speaker, coach, and Podcast host of the award-winning, Up or Out with Connie...she is the female headliner host on C-Suite Radio. She has authored thousands of articles and five books on leadership, business, personal development, marketing and influence. Former Director of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Chair and CEO of Girl Scouts USA. Also, founder of Be Unstoppable Together FREEDOM Academy, and Be Unstoppable Together Council for Women. Connie is also the Immediate Past President of the National Speakers Association; board member Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA); and Advisory Board Member Dress for Success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask Win
Rosemary Salem Bio E: 6 S: 4

Ask Win

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2017 48:47


Butterflies of Wisdom is a podcast where we want to share your story. We want to share your wisdom if you have a small business, if you are an author or a Doctor, or whatever you are. With a disability or not, we want to share your story to inspire others. To learn more about Butterflies of Wisdom visit http://butterfliesofwisdom.weebly.com/ Be sure to FOLLOW this program https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wins-women-of-wisdom/id1060801905. To learn how Win walk and about Ekso go to http://www.bridgingbionics.org/, or email Amanda Boxtel at amanda@bridgingbionics.org. John L is a sponsor and check him at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009152577407&fref=ts.   On Butterflies of Wisdom today, Best-Selling Author, Win C welcomes Rosemary Salem. Internationally known as the premier Business Woman, Rosemary L. Salem proves her credibility to those across the globe by being CEO of Rose Enterprise LLC. With little tools and a limited support system, Rosemary managed to build an impervious empire throughout social media and networking within the fields of the Branding and Marketing and Entertainment Industry. Continuing her estate, Rosemary is branching off as a Radio Personality with new show “The Business Wire: Real Talk, Real Business. Rosemary L.Salem is the true definition of a protagonist and is one who can truly attest to the lifestyle of having to strive and struggle in order to succeed!  Conclusive to being born in the mid-sized city of Tacoma, Washington, it would have been incredibly effortless for Rosemaryto fall under anything but success. Rosemary was born on March 20, 1994 as the youngest child to Horace and Mary Ann Salem. Shortly after growing a little, Rosemaryand her family migrated to the city known as the home of Rhythm and Blues, Memphis, Tennessee. Needless to say, moving on to the city of Memphis, Rosemary’s life would never be the same. As time progressed, Rosemary moved on to her prepubescent years where she was determined to find her true calling in life. It was at the age of 15 whereRosemary attended Ridgeway High School and discovered her immaculate talent of Public Speaking. Not knowing where her speaking talents would go, Rosemary joined countless organizations to start building her brand. Having the support from her mom and advisers, Rosemary joined the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), where she served as the first ever African American female Tennessee FBLA State President and Vice president. Getting her name established across the nation, Rosemary refused to stop there and continued to build a brand in both Public Speaking and Entrepreneurship. And as a result to staying true to her brand, Rosemary continued her success at Johnson & Wales University. It is evident that attaining success in the college atmosphere would be nothing short of difficult and as a result, Rosemary managed to take on a total of three jobs just to continue her education. Shortly after working countless hours and studying extensively, Rosemary came to the realization that the lifestyle at Johnson & Wales University was not actually her definition of a dream. As the school year ended andRosemary moved back to Atlanta, she was determined to secure her relationship with God and staying true to her word with building her brand. Rosemary is now the CEO of Rose Enterprises and is known as the Visionary Brand Strategist. She works with leaders and entrepreneurs who are ready to take their work global. Rosemary carries out her mission daily to “Building Global Leaders and Brands “and work with her growing tribe called “Fearless Trailblazers “to build self-confidence and a community of support. To learn more about Rosemary visit http://rosemarysalem.com/. To learn more about Win Kelly Charles visit https://wincharles.wix.com/win-charles. To follow Win on Twitter go to @winkellycharles. Please send feedback to Win by email her at winwwow@gmail.com, or go to http://survey.libsyn.com/winwisdom and http://survey.libsyn.com/thebutterfly. To be on the show please fill out the intake at http://www.bit.ly/bowpodcast. Butterflies of Wisdom sponsored by The Muscle Memory Group powered by Professor John. John L is a sponsor and check him at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009152577407&fref=ts. This is a 20% off code for www.gracedbygrit.com. The code will be XOBUTTERFLIES. To learn about the magic of Siri go tohttps://www.udemy.com/writing-a-book-using-siri/?utm_campaign=email&utm_source=sendgrid.com&utm_medium=email. If you want to donate Butterflies of Wisdom, please send a PayPal donation to aspenrosearts@gmail.com or aspenwin@gmail.com. Please send a check in the mail so 100% goes to Bridging Bionics Foundation.    In the Memo section have people write: In honor of Win Charles.    Send to:  Bridging Bionics Foundation  PO Box 3767 Basalt, CO 81621   Thank you Win  

Professionally Speaking » Podcast Feed
Future Business Leaders of America – California State Leadership Conference

Professionally Speaking » Podcast Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2011 4:13


I was fortunate to volunteer as a speech contest judge for an impromptu speech contest for High School students held Friday and Saturday as part of the State Leadership Conference of the California Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). FBLA is the largest and oldest business student organization in the world. It promotes competent, aggressive business leadership and helps students establish career goals and develop character and self-confidence. The goal is to facilitate the transition from school to work. To accomplish these aims, FBLA holds conferences and seminars; sponsors a competitive awards program; produces national publications; and provides scholarships, programs, and other services for its members. Impromptu speech contest The 2011 State Leadership Conference took place on April 14-17 at the Hyatt Regency in Santa Clara, CA. I had responded a call for judges for a speech contest which came through at Cisco, where I am currently an executive communications manager. The speech contest, similar to a Toastmaster Table Topics contest, requires students to speak for three to four minutes on a specific topic, such as No amount of travel on the wrong road will take you to right destination. I helped judge an elimination round on Friday afternoon where 15 students competed for a place in Saturday's final round, with the top two winners from the State going on to the national conference this summer. Suit Up for Success FBLA conference regulations dictated a dress code requiring professional attire to a quite persnickety level of detail (Males: Banded collared shirt may be worn only if sport coat or business suit is worn. Females: Capris or gauchos with coordinating jacket/suit, worn below the knee). It was a unique experience to walk the hallways of the hotel surrounded by so many perky adolescents putting their best foot forward. I wondered if the irony of choosing this conference theme for an event held in the heart of Silicon Valley - where leaders such as Scott McNealy, Steve Jobs and, more recently, Mark Zuckerberg, dress in anything but suits - occurred to the FBLA? Of course, there is something to be said for knowing how to suit up, and I'm sure there are still industries where dressing in suits is key to success (perhaps if you want to rise to the top in the Funeral Home Industry?). But, seriously, these students were anything but an "empty suit". Scary smart scholars These 16-18 year scholars showed a scarily smart level ability and confidence. They were, as public speakers, almost without exception, at or above the level of many adult Toastmaster members, and equal, in some cases to the most accomplished Vice-Presidents I've worked with in corporate America over the past decade. In fact, most adults would be challenged to match their ease and ability to stand in front of a room and communicate clearly and confidently. Be afraid, be very afraid... If you are a student who intends to pursue a career in business or a parent of a student and you are not aware of FBLA then I urge you to check them out. If you ever find yourself competing for scholarships or college places with FBLA members then you should not underestimate the abilities of these students. They would easily bury most other candidates. If you are an employer looking for top-notch talent, look no further. FBLA Areas of focus In addition to the speech contest, there were a vast number of tests and presentations taking place on everything from Accounting to Cyber Security; Desktop Application Programming to Digital Video Production; Marketing to Network Design. I sat in on a ten minute presentation by three young men from a Bay Area high school on network design which would qualify any of them for a summer internship at Cisco. Podcast Interview To hear first-hand what being a student member of FBLA involves, and the background of the organization, I sat down with Ms. Shelina Noorali, Vice President, Central Section,