Leading the Next Generation with Tim Elmore

Teens today have lost part of the typical American experience due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Proms and sports seasons were canceled, graduations went virtual, and the past few months have looked very different from what they expected. It’s critical for leaders like you to recognize all of these changes and lead students intentionally through this…

The rise of screen time as a result of COVID-19 has now been well documented. While being at home on a screen is much better than being out and potentially getting sick, it still seems like many students are missing the opportunity to find a better use of their time. If we can get our…

In this unique episode, Tim Elmore interviews three incredible black men and women about what is happening in our country as a result of the George Floyd murder, its impact on the youngest generation, and what we can do about it. This insightful conversation featuring Vicki Wright-Hamilton (Founder of VWH Consulting), CJ Stewart (Co-founder and…

This youngest generation of people was already facing mental health problems. Now they feel delayed by COVID-19, and it’s added to their anxiety levels. Part of the typical American experience was lost to a pandemic. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak share five steps leaders can take to intentionally lead them through this…

There is one thing that is even more contagious than the coronavirus in our country – fear. It’s infectious, and it might be doing more damage to the kids in Generation Z than a virus. Sadly, they are “catching” our anxiety. We must always ask ourselves: what message does my leadership communicate to the kids…

Most student-athletes today would say their number one challenge is time management. They are forced to find a way to balance school, their sport, and a social life. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak share eight ways you can help student-athletes best manage their limited time and energy. Resources: Habitudes for Athletes Contact:…

During this period of isolation during COVID-19, many of us experience a good news, bad news scenario, where we have more time, but often play defense rather than offense with our calendars. Where does the time go? In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak share ten ideas to leverage during this strange time we’re in…

The fact is, a sense of entitlement is not only real, it is growing in our culture today. And while we can’t blame the “kids” for it, it is affecting them more than other demographics. One study found that people in their 20s are more than three times as likely to have a narcissistic personality disorder…

We are currently in an unprecedented and certainly unsettling time for our communities, our country, and our world. Amidst social distancing, shelter in place rules, and school closures, our days are different and our challenges, unique. One of those challenges is having to lead the young adults in your life while you are dealing with…

As of today, the news is filled with uncertainty and ambiguity about how far COVID-19 will go and long it will last. It is indeed a very strange time. But because people reflect the times they live in, mindsets and lifestyles could form during this season of the Coronavirus outbreak. 2020 may be a year…

Education leaders today are given a difficult task of serving their school in so many different ways. If they have any hope of being successful though, they must ensure they wear the eight unique “hats” that represent the different roles they must play within their school. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak interview…

How is Generation Z different than Millennials? They’re distinctly different. If we have any hope of partnering with these students, we would do well to understand them. In this episode, Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak share seven characteristics of the youngest generation that spell out the word – PARTNER. Resources: Generation Z Unfiltered & Stressed…

Since the beginning of 2019, Tim Elmore has experienced new territory as a leader. Our organization, Growing Leaders, endured a plateau in its growth and forced our leadership’s team members to examine ourselves in fresh ways. Since making some changes and having some intentional conversations, we are now experiencing a surge of growth. In this…

In the United States today, we see more and more of these moral hazards happening before our very eyes.  Too many students who’ve been hovered over by parents, teachers, coaches and adult guardians are prevented from taking normal risks in adolescence. Eventually, those young adults don’t even know how to mitigate risk when it’s time…

We are now living in a world where uncivil remarks and rude behavior are normal to see on social media. Unwillingness to allow a decision to stand if we disagree with it, dying on every hill, or feeling like our views must be voiced are just a few other ways this plays out online. Far…