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The Power of Example - Teaching Children to Lead

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The Power of Example - Teaching Children to Lead Children are our future. It’s cliched and maybe even a little cheesy, but it’s also undeniably true. We have to set the youth of today up for success so that they can become the leaders of tomorrow. One of the simplest and most effective ways to teach kids how to become leaders is by setting a good example. Just Us 4 Youth ’s mentoring program is based, in part, on the idea that when children can see adults thrive, they can learn to thrive, too. Here are some ways you can lead by example and help make the future brighter and more confident:  Value Education  Children, at-promise* kids especially, need to see the value of learning.  Talk with your kids or mentees about how you’ve used what you learned in high school and beyond.  Demonstrate the power of continuous learning .  Consider returning to pursue a higher education.  Make time for reading , encourage it in kids, and talk with them about books.  Display Commitment  Kids need to se