The Teen Leader: Recent Episodes
Lucas Lunzmann
Lucas Lunzmann is an 18-year-old with leadership at his core. On this show, he breaks down the stories and experiences from some of the world's greatest leaders (speakers, athletes, students, CEOs, etc.) and weaves them into actionable pieces of content for teens, parents, and teachers. Come along for the ride where you will learn, grow, and lead like never before!
If you're like me, talking about what you're going through or how you feel can be incredibly difficult. Here are some strategies that I've found helpful in working to develop this ability. Hope this finds you when you need it :)
You learn the most about the people around you when you're going through a struggle. It's easy to be there on the top, not so much when life gets rough. Choose wisely, my friends.
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You're not alone. Realize all the people you have impacted, those you know and those you don't. Feeling lonely is thinking you're not impacting others, it's not about having no friends.
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Listen to those that care about you, not those who want to see you fail. Eliminate the outside noise and embrace the inside feedback.
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A fellow teen, attending Vanderbilt University, past 2x National FBLA Officer, all-around incredible guy! Enjoy :)
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A fellow teen, attending Vanderbilt University, past 2x National FBLA Officer, all-around incredible guy! Enjoy :)
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Building connections, getting authentic, and figuring ourselves out... with Rocky Garza
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Why being personally ILLITERATE is the greatest issue in society. Learn how to fix this and transform your life. PART ONE... stay tuned for pt.2
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We all want to live a successful and fulfilled life, but where do we begin? Get in the RIGHT ROOMS with the RIGHT PEOPLE - here's how...
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I challenge you to go out and set up a conversation time with you and another RIGHT person to connect. Have a wonderful day!
Founder and CEO of Vat19, Jamie Salvatori, sits down and flips the script by investigating my thoughts about life.
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Anthony ONeal | Episode #27
Anthony is a financial expert specializing in helping young people how to budget, live without debt, avoid student loans, and build real wealth for their future. He is also a national best-selling author and host of an online series “The Table with Anthony ONeal.”
Topics Covered:
- Smart financial decisions for teens
- How to navigate the college scene
- Thinking about the future as teens (college, jobs, life, etc.)
- Role of religion in life
- And plenty of more insanely valuable nuggets of info!
Links:
Anthony's Website
“The Table with Anthony ONeal”
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"The only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing." - Socrates
Unleash how you think about knowledge in today's bite-size, high-energy episode!
Stillness Is The Key - Ryan Holiday
Think Again - Adam Grant
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Coyote Peterson | Episode #25
The man behind the movement known as the Brave Wilderness YouTube channel with over 18.1 million subscribers. Coyote has a history of filmmaking, storytelling, and connecting with wildlife.
Today we discussed the backstory of his YouTube channel and how it got to where it is today. Also, we go behind the scenes of some of your favorite episodes. Coyote goes into detail about an upcoming NEW STING SERIES (announced for the first time ever)!
Coyote is so much more than the celebrity starring in each episode. He is involved behind the camera in a variety of roles. He shows humility, honesty, and a true passion for service in everything he does.
Huge thanks Coyote!
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BreakingTrail
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bravewildernessnetwork/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravewilderness/
Website: https://bravewilderness.com/
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Truth Talks w/ Maxwell Schwabe | Episode #24
Max and I sit down today to address common areas of unrest for teenagers. Today we covered: Fear/Anxiety, Being You, and Why People Matter.
The goal of this episode is to help YOU, the listener, and make it clear that we all go through similar struggles. If you ever need someone to talk to, please feel free to reach out to Max or I.
If you enjoyed this style of episode, let us know! We can turn this into a series and address any questions or concerns that you may have about life.
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New Year, New You | Episode #22
Today is the day! Take this New Year of 2021 to truly improve yourself, your life, and those around you.
Today's episode covers common resolution misconceptions, key questions to ask yourself, and how to better attack this upcoming year.
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John Baylor | Episode #22
John is the founder of OnToCollege - a team of unbelievable adults helping students improve their test scores, scholarships, and college choices. He is a Stanford grad currently located in Lincoln, NE.
Today we covered so many incredible topics... ACT Tests, Life Purpose, College, Parenting, and so much more.
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Ellis Wyms | Episode #21
Ellis Wyms is a Superbowl champion who was drafted in 2001 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and went on to have an 8 year NFL career. After leaving the NFL, Ellis founded Athletes for Computer Science. This project works to heighten computer science skills and knowledge within students of all ages.
Links:https://www.athletesforcomputerscience.org/
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Shane Feldman | Episode #20
Shane is the founder and CEO of COUNT ME IN, a world-renowned social entrepreneurship incubator. What started as a small project in his high school locker, now is made up of 10.2 million people in 104 countries. It has launched more than 30,000 ventures worldwide, contributing to over $2.6 billion to the global economy through service. Shane also does keynote speaking for companies, groups, and organizations.
Community Leadership: Every successful venture in this world is based around community. We must be able to listen to understand, not just to respond. Giving members and those around a sense of ownership in something is critical.
Social Dilemma: A recent documentary about the power of Social Media. This directly pertains to teens and how society currently functions. To combat this, Shane offers some tips about "Architecting Your Day."
"We can't do everything about everything, but we can do something about something." - Shane Feldman
Links:https://www.shanefeldman.com/
https://www.cmimovement.com/
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Patrick Lencioni | Episode #19
Patrick is the founder and President of The Table Group, author of 11 books that have sold over 6 million copies, and a professional leadership speaker. He has spoken to Google, NFL/NBA Teams, Southwest Airlines, and Chick-fil-A. His work has been featured in Fortune, USA TODAY, and Harvard Business Review. He hosts two podcasts: At The Table and The Simple Reminder.
Humility: Pride is at the root of all problems for us. Many people, especially high schoolers, become masters at pretending to show humility. Just understand that all of these vanity metrics will one day mean absolutely nothing. Learn to accept yourself and celebrate others in their wins. Don't get caught up in the societal comparison trap.
Growing Up: Suffering is a part of growth. It's completely normal to suffer and experience hardships in your teenage years. For Pat, being small and immature was a major struggle. Also, he suffered from severe OCD as a child. Sometimes we need to learn from adults that aren't our parents. Find a mentor and or someone that understands and accepts you for you.
The Ideal Team Player: Humble, Hungry, Smart. Put in the work not because people will praise you, but because you embrace the grind. Learn to understand people (Emotional Intelligence). These 3 areas are huge when applying for a job. Check out Pat's book The Ideal Team Player to learn more.
Links:The Table Group website
At The Table Podcast
The Ideal Team Player - Book
The 6 Types of Working Genius
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Travis Chappel | Episode #18
Travis is an international speaker, founder and CEO of Guestio, and the host of two awesome podcasts: Build Your Network and World Class. Travis grew up in southern California where religion dominated his entire childhood. After graduating from college, he decided to pursue a passion in podcasting where he would go on to create a Top 25 Business Podcast.
Speaking: Your level of pay in life is directly related to the skillset you have that not a lot of people do. If you're able to overcome the initial terror of public speaking your career and success will be exponentially greater. Travis spoke to a church crowd of 1500-2000 people at the age of 15 years old. He also recommends getting as many experiences as possible, such as Toastmasters.
Career Switch: The sooner you can come to the realization of what you want to do, the better. Parents are often responsible for instilling values in us about where to go to college and what to become. The fear of letting them down often limits our ambitions. Making a major decision or shift in life comes with many feelings; both good and bad. Just remember: you're the only person who has to be you! Start gaining experiences and trying new things.
Content: Step 1: Consume as much content as you can. Your input becomes your output. Step 2: document everything you do. Step 3: get great guests in order to bump up your quality. You must be able to add value to the lives of others.
Networking: "Network Ned" is the ultimate bad networker. This person has tons of business cards, is constantly pitching their elevator speech, and is more transactional than anything. The other type of networker is the person who is so turned off by "Network Ned" that they don't try at all. There is a happy middle where relationships and friendships are at the core of the conversation.
Links:Website - Travis Chappell
Build Your Network Podcast
World Class Podcast
Instagram - @travischappell
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Meredith Edwards | Episode #17
Meredith is a model, Mary Kay consultant, and host of the podcast "meredith for real: the curious introvert."
Art of Curiosity: A lot of us, like Meredith, sometimes want to talk your ear off while other times would rather throw some headphones on and be alone. Being curious breaks through any fear or intimidation you may experience. Developing this skill requires intentional listening and empathy.
Traveling More as a Leader: Leaders must travel. Getting to experience different cultures, people, and societies is a life-changing opportunity. Great leaders take every chance they can to go out and explore. Meredith personally loved traveling to Nicaragua.
Teenage Longevity: This is what Meredith said distinguishes great teen leaders from average ones. Many people seem to "peak" in high school and never go on to do anything meaningful. Don't get discouraged if you're not living up to your peers while a teenager. Oftentimes, what they are exhibiting is a false sense of success. Being able to maintain greatness is a much more impressive feat.
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Derek Rippe | Episode #16
Derek is a Brooklyn-based illustrator that currently works at BarkBox as the Director of Toys. Previously he was at Nickelodeon for 13 years where he helped design toys for shows like SpongeBob, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Paw Patrol.
Designing SpongeBob: Derek spent a great deal of his time working on the designs for SpongeBob toys. He knows the characters inside and out, literally. In 2019, his design for the Macy's Day Parade SpongeBob balloon was selected and made a reality.
Nickelodeon Culture: What we see on the outside is very similar to what goes on inside at Nickelodeon. The fun-loving and creative atmosphere is central to the culture. Derek also shares some unique information about the infamous slime!
How To Be More Creative: We get a look at the day-in-the-life of a Director of Toys. Derek talks about how the creative process can't be forced. He explains how Instagram has been an amazing outlet for his work. Getting started and constantly creating are more major points about being more creative.
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Instagram @mrrippe
Behance Portfolio
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Hilary Grosskopf | Episode #15
Hilary is a leadership strategist, author, and yoga teacher that is the founder of Awake Leadership Solutions.
Mentioned in the Episode:
- University of Pennsylvania
- Ryan Hawk Ep. 3 (The Teen Leader Podcast)
- Mind Mapping
- Yoga/Self-Care
- Awake Apprentice (New Book)
Links:
Awake Leadership Solutions
Instagram @awakeleadershipsolutions
Medium Publication Site
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Lamarr Womble | Episode #14
Lamarr is a motivational speaker and founder of Passion for Leadership. He primarily works with middle school, high school, and college students from across the country. From leadership to personal development, school culture to passion, Lamarr is driven to empowering the lives of future leaders.
Passion Mindset: This frame of mind is an on-going piece of work. You must be prepared to handle adversity at all times and make the switch when it'd needed. Understanding what you were made to do is key to being an effective leader.
School Culture: The first step is to go on a "listening tour." Take some time to hear what other students, faculty, and teachers have to say about what's taking place within the halls. This will give you the most realistic starting point in regards to your school's culture. From there, you can work to develop certain pillars you would like to emphasize.
Teen Adversity: The pressure and expectations about going to college can negatively consume high school students. Between AP courses, writing essays, filling out scholarships, and standardized testing, it can be a lot to manage. Focus on defining your success and practicing empathy and execution at all times.
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Passion for Leadership
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Patty Hendrickson | Episode #13
Patty is a professional public speaker from La Crosse, Wisconsin. She speaks to companies, organizations, and student officer teams about leadership development.
Energy: Bringing the energy to everything you do is crucial. Patty says to meet people at their energy level. This will allow you to make a better, more meaningful connection.
Public Speaking: It's not about you, but rather your audience. "Connection before content." This means that the relationships you build as a speaker are extremely important. Try to warm up your body before giving a speech on stage. Taking a moment of silence when you are about ready to begin is a great tip.
Team Leadership: Creating a sense of trust and vulnerability on your team is a must. This will allow ideas to flow more smoothly and a more efficient team. Try sitting by the person you know the least at your next meeting or activity. Value the opinions of underclassmen or new members.
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Patty's Website: https://pattyhendrickson.com/
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Travis Johnson | Episode #12
Travis just graduated high school and is currently attending Harvard University. He served as the FBLA National President last year. Also, he was the South Carolina FBLA State President for two years.
National President: Serving as the leader of Future Business Leaders of America was a transformative experience for Travis. He learned leadership skills, how to connect with others, and what really motivates him every day. Travis shares some exhilarating stories and examples from his time as President.
Leadership Lessons: "Empowered people empower people." This is at the core of Travis's leadership style. He stresses the importance of listening, positive affirmations, and getting to know your team. Travis believes in a bottom-up leadership approach where the leader is the least important person.
Dream Colleges: Travis shares some mind-blowing tips about applying to elite colleges. He got accepted into 7 out of the 8 Ivy League schools, so his knowledge is top-notch. He emphasizes the importance of being yourself in interviews, essays, and communication.
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Travis's Email: travisjohnson0019@gmail.com
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Wade Hilligoss | Episode #11
Wade is the Senior Support Manager at Hudl. This is a leading performance analysis company that allows players, coaches, and teams to review film and prepare for their next big game. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a master's and undergrad in broadcasting/journalism/media.
Internships: Being involved and taking every opportunity available is exactly what Wade did in college. These real-world experiences prepared him for his future careers. While in these internships, push yourself and try to learn as much as you can. Understanding the purpose of each opportunity is key (money or growth).
Writing: This skill shows up everywhere in your life, whether you realize it or not. No matter what job you choose to do, writing will elevate your value. Hone in on your storytelling, concise writing, and communication abilities.
Interviewing: Focus on the three areas laid out in the book, "The Ideal Team Player." These are being Humble, Hungry, and Smart (about people). Flip the roles around in the interview to truly understand what someone wants. Beforehand, write out your answers to any and all possible questions. Finally, always have an example to back up what you say.
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Hudl Website
The Ideal Team Player - Patrick Lencioni
Leaders Eat Last - Simon Sinek
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Evan Stewart | Episode #10
Evan Stewart, 26 years old, is a life and business strategist and the founder of the Obsessed Academy, as well as, the Obsessed Conference. Evan previously excelled in the real estate market around Dallas, Texas, but pivoted to helping build multiple 7 and 8 figure businesses.
Threads of Consistency: The things that come naturally to you and are fulfilling. They help create a more inspiring, fascinating, and motivating life. Evan's threads are, 1) Creative music, 2) Making money, and 3) Instinctively understanding people.
Living Obsessed: This lifestyle is an all-consuming passion. Obsession is a cycle - emotion, mindset, and cultivation. The cycle is never-ending and present at all times. Don't get stuck in the "mania" of obsession.
Teen Entrepreneurship: Develop a "platform of validity." This proves to people you are legit and know what you're doing. People will connect with a concept before you (your name). Remember this when branding your content, product, or project.
Links:
Obsessed Academy
Obsessed Conference
Ego Is The Enemy - Ryan Holiday
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Instagram: @realevanstewart
YouTube: B.E. Obsessed
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Alexander Graham | Episode #9
Alexander Graham is the president and CEO of FBLA-PBL (Future Business Leaders of America - Phi Beta Lambda). Growing up and attending college in Virginia put him on a track towards three CEO positions: Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Council for Exceptional Children, and then FBLA-PBL.
Today we discussed his rise through high school, college, and early careers. These experiences gave Mr. Graham deep insight into leading organizations and making an impact.
He stressed the importance of communication, education, and risk-taking skills for every leader. Real-world experiences and internships are critical to students in high school and college. It's all about how you can add value to the company on day one. Perseverance is what distinguishes great teen leaders from ordinary ones.
Joining a CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organization) is a must for teens in today's world. Whether that's FBLA, SkillsUSA, FFA, etc., your passion needs to lead you.
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Ron Brown | Episode #8
Notes:
- Early Childhood
- Placed in an orphanage
- Not a huge religious childhood
- Time at Brown University
- Found some fellow Christians
- May of 1979 everything changed
- Teenage Walk with Christ
- You don't find the LORD, the LORD finds you
- Choose to make the most out of the opportunity
- Begin with the book of John and then Romans
- Psalm 34:8 "Taste and see that the LORD is good."
- Tom Osborne
- Head coach at Nebraska 1973-1998
- Redefined success
- "Humble Servant"
- Cared more about those around him than himself
- Arrogance Trap
- Die to yourself daily
- Christian Leaders
- Don't just get in the team picture
- Be great for Him
- Player Development
- Either biblical or secular view
- Work backward through sin
- Expose fear, greed, pride
- Distinguishing Factor
- Great leaders get underneath their followers
- Must be sacrificial
- Talk to God
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Brent Comstock | Episode #7
Notes:
- Teenage Entrepreneur
- Right place at the right time
- Started Bcom Solutions in middle school
- Bcom
- leading digital agency for rural America
- campaigns, marketing, advertising, consulting, etc.
- Rural Communities
- Myth about boring small towns
- Ability to build relationships and experiment
- Build your own path
- Dual Universities
- Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill
- Robertson Scholarship
- Networking with new classes
- High School Experience
- Relationships are key
- Get on teacher's good side
- Ability to participate in a variety of activities
- Fostering Relationship
- Being young is advantageous
- Find people to tell you the honest truth
- Reach out to those older than you
- Home Roots
- Community is crucial
- Obvious choice to come back
- Lesson from a CEO
- It's lonely
- Everything falls on you
- Responsible for other people's lives
- Distinguishing Factor
- Willingness to lead for the mission of the group
- Selflessness
- The WHY in your life
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Ryan Hartley | Episode #6
Notes:
- Leadership Journey
- Turned pain into purpose
- Sense of love is key
- It's not about you
- Mindset
- Always Better Than Yesterday
- Lead with love
- Small Steps to Big Actions
- Follow your curiosity
- Never stop learning
- Audiobooks, podcasts, exercise
- Love in Leadership
- Putting someone else's needs before your own
- To lead requires sacrifice
- Lead Yourself
- Personality profiles
- Know yourself
- Ask someone for advice
- Leading Others
- People will follow what you do
- Create clarity
- Culture Building
- Follow your heart before your brain
- Live your values
- Find balance between the heart and brain
- Leaving a Legacy
- Helping others do what they love
- Other people's accomplishments because of his work
- Distinguishing Factor
- Intent
- Create moments with others
- Breathe life into others
- Book Recommendations
- The Five Dysfunctions of a Team - Patrick Lencioni
- Perform Under Pressure - Ceri Evans
- Brené Brown
Ryan Hartley: Connect with Ryan on Instagram, his website, and listen to his podcast "Always Better than Yesterday."
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Hunter Church | Episode #5
Notes:
- Bobsled Pilot
- The leader of the crew
- Responsible for most things
- Lead with your gut and passion
- Leading Passionately
- Bein involved 100%
- Love what you're doing
- Mindset As A Kid
- Find something for you
- Eyes on the future
- Hard work is key
- Document everything you do
- Involvement & Priorities
- Clarify your priorities
- The importance of family
- Team Family
- We over me
- Have dinner together
- Bringing Others Up
- Energy is crucial
- One-on-one talks
- Routine & Mindset
- Visualize the task
- Relaxation, concentration, execution
- Find tunnel vision
- Distinguishing Factor
- You're not a boss, but rather a guiding light
- Look at yourself as an equal to others
Hunter: Connect with Hunter on Instagram and follow the U.S. Bobsled Team
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Adam Markel | Episode #4
Notes:
- Adam's Pivot Story
- Begins with pain
- Anxiety attack changed his course
- Felt stress and didn't love his life
- Knowing What You Want To Do
- "There's almost never a plan that doesn't change radically"
- It's a process, not a plan
- Make micro-adjustments during your pivot
- Be-Do-Have (formula)
- We're taught to do things to have things and then become someone
- Needs to change
- How do you want to experience "your being"
- Ex. I experience gratitude today, etc.
- Love Your Life No Matter What
- Life is a reflection of our intentions
- Both during the good and bad times
- "This too shall pass," applies to everything
- Actionable Tips
- Begin reading books
- Build resilience in 3 steps
- Remove the judgment
- Recalibrate and recalculate
- Create rituals
- What distinguishes great teen leaders?
- Tenacity and perseverance
- Willing to do the work tirelessly
- Book Recommendations
- The Road Less Traveled - M. Scott Peck
- The Untethered Soul - Michael Singer
- The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle
Adam: Connect with Adam on Instagram, his website, or on The Conscious Pivot Podcast wherever you listen.
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Ryan Hawk | Episode #3
Notes:
- Parents as role models
- Followed their example
- Presence is required
- "You need to lead, manage, and coach. To be excellent, you have to do all three."
- Quote from his father
- Managing is usually the most difficult
- Coaches had a huge impact on Ryan's life
- performance and development
- Curiosity
- Never specifically focused on curiosity early in life
- Eventually began to read and meet new people which sparked Ryan's curiosity
- Being in the moment
- Be excellent at what you're doing right now
- Opportunities will come out of this
- "Put your head down and work" - Brian Miller
- Beginning your excellence journey
- Follow your intellectual curiosity
- Find the intersection of what you're obsessed with and what the world needs and will pay for
- Back-up Plan?
- He never really considered one (Not recommended)
- Rex Caswell took a chance on him
- "Make the most of lucky opportunities."
- Mentorship 101
- You do have something to offer to your mentors
- Don't ask to "pick their brain or go out for lunch."
- Have a specific ask and real questions
- Follow-up message
- What you learned
- Intended actions moving forward
- Suggest to forward this message on to other mentees
- Reflection after Success
- Ask "Why was I successful?"
- Utilize after-action reviews
- Curious, Optimistic, & Energy
- You choose who you surround yourself with
- "Pronoia": people are out to help you succeed
- "You become your surroundings."
- Spread positive gossip
- What distinguishes great teen leaders?
- A focus on treating others with kindness and respect
- Hardworking, kind, curious, care for others
- Prioritizing these behaviors before tangible results
- Book Recommendations
- Give and Take - Adam Grant
- So Good They Can't Ignore You - Cal Newport
- Welcome To Management - Ryan Hawk
Ryan Hawk: Connect with Ryan on Instagram, his website, or on The Learning Leader Show podcast wherever you listen.
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Bill Cordes | Episode #2
Notes:
- Golfing Trip Story
- Plan to golf in all 50 states with his son
- "Everything we do is about time"
- Start Investing Right Now
- Never stop creating
- What can you do today to be better in the future
- Don't fall into the "I'll be happy when..." trap
- Investing In Others
- Intently listen to others
- "People will never forget how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou
- Take advantage of the moments you have with others
- MMFI - Make Me Feel Important
- Everyone we meet has these 4 letters tattooed to their forehead
- Doesn't have to be a large act
- Mentor - Delorese Gregoire (Founder of Winner's Camp)
- "You could be a great role model for teenagers" - Delorese
- MMFI moment for Bill
- She was very rigorous and purposeful
- "Feedback is the breakfast of champions" - Delorese
- "You could be a great role model for teenagers" - Delorese
- A Title Does Not Define You
- "Great leaders are also great followers"
- You're the same person with or without the title
- Treat people as they are "becoming"
- Difference Between Following and Copying
- Have a mentor lay out a path
- Know who you are and follow that path
- Journaling Tips
- Start out using prompts
- Handwriting entries is often the best route
- There is no wrong way to journal
- YOGOWYPI - You Only Get Out What You Put In
- Survive vs. Thrive
- Focus on the growth, not the results
- The Importance of Storytelling
- Never start with, "I'm going to tell a story..."
- Go from the comfortable to the uncomfortable
- "Broken Record" podcast - Jason Isbel episode
- Have a "phrase that pays"
- What distinguishes great teen leaders?
- Being extremely present
- Always engaged
- Book Recommendation
- Mindset: The New Psychology of Success - Carol Dweck
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Scott Mathie | Episode #1
Notes:
- High school football story of switching positions (RB to OL)
- Serve the team (We before Me)
- Gained support from seniors above him
- Say yes to opportunities
- Everyone needs to have the right seat on the bus
- Adding purpose to your present through education
- Find your WHY
- Use classes to learn real-life skills and meet people
- Chemistry - organizational skills
- Find your why: Nix Your Limits
- Live life in phrases - "Expect Greatness"
- Existing limits are already set in place
- Put the message over the name (Ex. website name)
- Live a limitless life to achieve your goals
- Family and friend influence
- Recognize that you may have higher expectations than your friends
- "You do you," and accept your passion
- Don't let other people's decisions affect your results
- Keep goals to yourself if others aren't able to understand their purpose
- "Watch my results"
- Being different and striving for more
- It can be intimidating to go outside the box
- Ultimately, happiness is the end goal
- Scott joined the school choir while being "the football kid."
- Multiplier Effect
- Focus on the work, not just the results
- "Beat yesterday's best."
- Limits will never stop existing
- What you focus on will multiply
- Self-Reflection
- Take a step back and look at who you are
- Lean into conflict
- Leadership CHASM: things to ask yourself
- Character
- Habits
- Action
- Skills
- Mindset
- What distinguishes great teen leaders?
- Going from ordinary to extraordinary requires just that, "extra"
- Go above and beyond to put in the extra work
- Book Recommendations
- To all leaders: The Traveler's Gift - Andy Andrews
- Those starting a brand/company: Crushing It! - Gary Vaynerchuk
- To see growth: The 100x Leader - Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram
Scott Mathie: connect with Scott on Instagram @NixYourLimits or on the Student Leadership Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts
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