The Generation Youth Podcast with James McLamb

Ep. #76: Unlock the Secrets of Parenting Junior Athletes: With Mark McKinney, Author of The Drive Home

Discover the complex and rewarding relationship between parents and their athlete children in this insightful podcast with Mark McKinney, author of The Drive Home. Join us as we delve into the slippery slope of mismatched goals, unrealistic expectations, and the danger of wanting success more than the player does.
Through the lens of junior golf, we explore the journey of a family and their experiences with the game. Learn from their mistakes and gain valuable insights to help you avoid similar pitfalls as you embark on your journey as a sports parent.
In this podcast, we uncover the valuable lessons that golf can teach us about life, such as overcoming adversity, dealing with failure, winning and losing with grace, and enjoying the moments. Don't miss this chance to unlock the secrets of successful parenting and create amazing bonds with your athletic child. Tune in now!
To connect with Mark:
Book Link: https://amzn.to/3ZbuQXS
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/225725129487601
E-mail address: brittandmarkthedrivehome@gmail.com
 

Ep. #75: Understanding the Challenges Faced by Today’s Youth: A Candid Conversation with James McLamb

In this insightful podcast episode, James McLamb delves deep into the various issues plaguing the youth of today. From the rampant use of drugs and alcohol to the insidious effects of social media, McLamb discusses the many challenges facing young people in 2023. He also sheds light on the serious problems of depression and bullying, which are all too often overlooked or dismissed. Drawing on his years of experience working with young people, McLamb offers valuable insights and practical advice for parents, educators, and anyone concerned about the well-being of our future generation. Tune in to this thought-provoking conversation and better understand the complex issues that today's youth are grappling with, and learn what you can do to help.
 
To receive a copy of the ebook: tenyouthproblems.com
To learn more about becoming a Youth Life Coach: https://www.generation-youth.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generationziglar/

Ep. #74: How Social Media Affects Youth: Insights from Chris Martin

Chris Martin, an expert on the Internet, is back on The GenZ Show to talk about the many ways social media is changing us. The average young person who uses social media spends upwards of nine hours a day on it. Chris says that's a lot of time to shape their values and desires. Pastors, teachers, and parents feel like they have less and less influence on young people. People are becoming more lonely, divided, and focused on themselves. But what should we do now?
To connect with Chris: TermsOfService.social
Twitter @chrismartin17
To learn more about Youth Life Coaching, go to: generation-youth.com
 

Ep. #73: Helping your teen move toward the college and career they love with Beth Probst

Beth Probst joins The GenZ Show to talk about how to equip young people with the information and resources they'll need to make the crucial choices that lie ahead of them as they move from high school to adulthood.
Beth discusses how students can learn more about their post-high-school options through self-assessment and planned career exploration.
Beth established At the Core with the goal of assisting students in getting to the "core" of who they are and how to use this understanding to propel them into the future.
To Connect with Beth
Website: https://www.gettingatthecore.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/GettingAtTheCore
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/GetAtTheCore
Facebook: www.facebook.com/GetAtTheCore
Twitter: www.twitter.com/GetAtTheCore
 

Ep. #72: Helping young people find their Path, Purpose, and Passion with Josh Aronovitch

In this podcast episode, we sit down with the fantastic Josh Aronovitch, who has dedicated his life to helping young people find their path, purpose, and passion en route to being accepted to the college of their dreams. With his wealth of experience and knowledge, Josh is a true inspiration and a beacon of hope for young people everywhere.
Throughout this episode, we explore young people's struggles and challenges when trying to find their path to college or careers. We talk about the pressure to conform, the fear of failure, and the overwhelming sense of uncertainty that can make it challenging to take that first step toward your dreams.
But fear not because Josh is here to guide us through these obstacles with wise words and practical advice. He shares with us his tried-and-true techniques for unlocking a young person's true potential, including identifying your strengths and interests, setting goals and creating a plan of action, and building a network of support to help you along the way.
To connect with Josh: acesatprep.com
linkedin.com/in/josharonovitch
All contact channels: https://linktr.ee/aronovitchcoachingexperience
 
To learn more about the Generation Youth Coaching Certification: generation-youth.com
 

Ep.#71: Developing a life focus for youth with Dan Britton

Dan Britton joins The GenZ Show to share the benefits of encouraging youth to develop One Word for the year (based on his book with co-author Jimmy Page, link below) and to have a LIFE Word. As Dan describes it, Life Word is the title of your life's book, and One Word is the chapters of your story. This powerful tool can help focus and provide purpose to youth as they grow.
Dan Britton's goal as a public speaker, author, coach, and trainer is to encourage others to follow their hearts. He has been working for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) since 1990, and his current position is Chief Field Officer. In his capacity as a leadership trainer, Dan travels widely across the globe, visiting and working with more than 90 countries.
To connect with Dan: Tweeter: @fcadan
GetOneWord.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dangbritton
Facebook: @fcadan

Ep. #70: How to Develop the Next Generation of athletes on and off the court with Coach Justin Furtado

Do you believe there is too much emphasis on skill development and not enough on character development in youth sports today? Coach Justin Furtado did! Coach Furtado founded Bridging Impact to shift the focus to building young athletes into future leaders first and then skill development.
Bridging Impact seeks to start a movement to connect coaches, teachers, & after-school youth leaders who are committed to bridging impact to the next generation by teaching leadership wisdom through athletics.
To Connect with Coach Furtado at Bridging Impact: https://www.bridgingimpact.org/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justin-furtado-empact
Twitter: @justinnfurtadoo
Instagram: @coachfurtadoo
To learn more about Youth Life Coaching: generation-youth.com

Ep. #69: Helping youth make a huge impact of the world with coach Scott Landis

Do you think that young people lack purpose and motivation in life? Do you want them to be fully involved and make the world better? Scott Landis is our guest today, and he talks about how the only way to be truly happy is to find a way to make a lasting and important contribution to something you care deeply about. Scott talks about how when young people find out who they are and what they're here for, it can lead to a truly fulfilling life.
To connect with Scott and discover more: scottlandiscoaching.com
https://www.awakenedlife.com/
Email: scott@landis360.com
Awakened Life Podcast: https://anchor.fm/scott-landis
Facebook:  @Awakened-life-coaching
https://www.facebook.com/scottlandiscoaching
YouTube: @Awakened-life-coaching