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EP000: Intro, Why This Podcast Started, Our Mission For You!

Ever wonder how to get your teenager more motivated? Wondering what are some steps to helping them discover their passions? This week we are joined by Dr. Smith a licensed marriage and family therapist (MFT) who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 21 years. He is also a past infantry&nbsp;man, sniper, and fighter pilot for the US Marine corps for over 20 years. Dr. Smith specializes in the area of performance enhancement strategies for athletes, business professionals, members of the U.S. Military and other performers.&nbsp; In this episode, Dr. Smith joins us and shares his expert advice on how to get your teenager more motivated, discover their passions and what to do to thrive in the digital age!&nbsp; One of his best pieces of advice. Have your student find a mentor that has a similar message that resonates with what you are trying to say!

EP001: How To Get Your Teenager Motivated + Discover Their Passions

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Student-Tutor Podcast! &nbsp; Are teenagers really just young and inexperienced, or do they ALL have hidden, but unlockable SUPER POWERS? &nbsp; This week we are joined by Jules Schroeder, a Student Tutor Mastermind program mentor.&nbsp; &nbsp; In this episode, Jules explains how to activate the super powers hidden deep within us all. She explains further how EVERY teenager has enormous potential within them, and how they can bring it to light.&nbsp; &nbsp; Time Stamped Show Notes: &nbsp; [0:15] - Introduction / Episode Previews [1:30] - Todd introduces podcast &amp; guest Jules Schroeder [6:05] - Jules discusses finding Win/Win partnerships is a game changer [9:00] - Jules explains how being a teenager is actually an ADVANTAGE, and&nbsp;how to connect with ANYONE. [12:40] - Musical Break [13:10] - Todd shares his experience on LISTENING. [14:20] - Jules shares the most important skills for the Digital Age.&nbsp; [16:40] -Why are there 20+ people in Jules' house? [18:50] - Mastermind students ask Jules THEIR questions [22:30] - Jules shares her near-death experience and how she started writing for Forbes Magazine.&nbsp; [24:00] - How to get in contact with Jules [25:30] - Key points / Student take aways.&nbsp; [27:30] - Wrapup / Outro &nbsp; 3 Key Points: &nbsp; 1. Be honest about your skill level, and ask to learn. Even if you don't have well developed skills or experience, people will be willing to teach; if you're willing to listen. 2. If it feels like a "hell yes" then it's a yes, and if it doesn't it's a no.&nbsp; Avoid getting stuck in decisions for maybe and obligated decisions. 3. Don't wait, get started NOW! Put yourself into opportunities to find peers like yourself with similar interests.&nbsp; &nbsp; Resources: &nbsp;Jules Schroeder Official Site Unconventional Life Podcast&nbsp; "Let's Spark Bright Futures" Facebook Group &nbsp; Let's Spark Bright Futures! &nbsp; Student-Tutor Mastermind Program Academic Tutoring SAT/ACT Prep Tutoring &nbsp; -- &nbsp; The Student Tutor PodcastCopyright © 2017 by Student TutorProduced by: Todd VanDuzer &amp; Cody MackRecording by: Todd VanDuzerMusic &amp; Editing: Cody MackSponsorship &amp; Interview Requests: podcast@student-tutor.com&nbsp;

EP002: Activating Teenage Super Powers

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Student-Tutor Podcast! &nbsp; Have you ever been faced with a decision that has left you SO uncertain, that you end up taking NO action? Has pressure from family or friends ever sabotaged the momentum towards your dreams? &nbsp; This week we are joined by Hanna Leinonen, a Student Tutor Mastermind program mentor.&nbsp; &nbsp; In this episode, Hanna describes how she was able to overcome fear and break free from the uncertainty that may have otherwise stopped her from becoming one Australia's top chefs.&nbsp; &nbsp; Time Stamped Show Notes: &nbsp; [0:15] - Intro [0:45] - Episode Previews [1:30] - Todd intro [2:30] - Metting Hannah in a random Australian Hostel [4:00] - Hannah's accomplishments and introduction [5:30] - The origin of Hannah's passion for cooking [7:45] - The effect of mentors on Hannah's career [10:15] - Scuba stories from Hannah [14:00] - Courage, Determination, and Drive... by 25 [16:15] - Short musical break [16:45] - Eagerness to learn and follow your curiosities, regardless of circumstances. [18:15] - Steve Job's "redundant" calligraphy class and relating to your "WHY?" [19:30] - Hannah's thoughts on preparing students for the digital age, social media, and the Finnish education system [21:00] - The #1 thing Hannah wishes she had learned in High School [21:30] - Questions from the Student-Tutor Mastermind students [28:00] - Todd wraps up the episode and shares his 5 main takeaways [30:00] - Outro &nbsp; 3 Key Points: &nbsp; 1. Be willing to learn from anyone and be willing to ask for help. If you're willing to listen, people will be willing to help. Look for the benefits of everything you're learning, even if it seems trivial. You never know when it might come in handy. 2.&nbsp;Fear is a waste of time. Sure, bad things can happen. However, you don't have to let the fear of danger stop you from living life to the fullest! 3. School and formal education only teach you so much... nothing compares to on the job experience. If you have the opportunity to gain experience or work with a mentor in the field you're interested in, DO IT!&nbsp; &nbsp; Resources: &nbsp; Sixpenny Restaurant Hanna Leinonen Instagram "Let's Spark Bright Futures" Facebook Group &nbsp; Let's Spark Bright Futures! &nbsp; Student-Tutor Mastermind Program Academic Tutoring SAT/ACT Prep Tutoring &nbsp; -- &nbsp; The Student Tutor PodcastCopyright © 2017 by Student TutorProduced by: Todd VanDuzer &amp; Cody MackRecording by: Todd VanDuzerMusic &amp; Editing: Cody MackSponsorship &amp; Interview Requests: podcast@student-tutor.com&nbsp;

EP003: Living and Learning Fearlessly

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Student-Tutor Podcast! &nbsp; Do you feel that a student's performance in school has a direct correlation or impact on the success they will have in life? If they get poor grades, are they doomed to be poor and unsuccessful forever? &nbsp; This week we are joined by Jeff Solomon, a living example of how success and happiness can be created, even if you finish high school with mostly C's and D's.&nbsp; &nbsp; In this episode, Jeff takes us through the story of how he went from struggling through high school to discovering entrepreneurship as a young adult... and he managed to become one of the BEST in the business. &nbsp; &nbsp; Time Stamped Show Notes: &nbsp; [0:15] - Intro [0:35] - Episode Previews [1:40] - Todd introduces Jeff Solman [3:30] -&nbsp;Jeff tells us his WHY [4:45] -&nbsp;The skills and knowledge that changed Jeff's life forever [5:40] -&nbsp;Jeff's first job making various plastic products, and his big "Aha!" moment [8:15] -&nbsp;Jeff describes how you can use failure as a tool to overcome fear [9:45] - The irony of Jeff's new teaching job [10:40] -&nbsp;The reason Jeff's bad grades didn't stop him from becoming successful [12:15] - Short musical break [12:45] - The pitfalls of standardization in today's schooling system [13:45] - Jeff goes to business school... and gets an F! [14:15] - Dropping business school and persevering [15:05] -&nbsp;Getting started at a shady internet startup [16:00] - Making 100 grand at 23, the big head that came with it, and the failure of Jeff's first business [17:30] -&nbsp;An old friend help Jeff reinvent his company [19:00] - Todd's key question [19:45] - Jeff's greatest advice for students [20:30] - Wrap-up and how to connect with Jeff [21:30] - Outro &nbsp; 3 Key Points: &nbsp; 1. Don't be afraid to go off the "standard path." Students need&nbsp;to try new things! Don't worry whether or not you'll like it, or be good at it, or if it'll increase your chances of getting into college. 2. It's not about grades, it's about what you DO. Focusing solely on grades can seriously affect a student's confidence and self-worth. Students need to understand that grades are not what's going to determine the rest of their life. Instead, doing what they can with what they have is what will create lifelong success and happiness. 3. Understand that it's OKAY to fail. Failure is one of the greatest teachers in life. It's better to make mistakes and learn from them, than miss opportunities due to a fear of failure or rejection.&nbsp; &nbsp; Resources: &nbsp; Amplify.la Connect with Jeff: Linkedin + Twitter "Let's Spark Bright Futures" Facebook Group &nbsp; Let's Spark Bright Futures! &nbsp; Student-Tutor Mastermind Program Academic Tutoring SAT/ACT Prep Tutoring &nbsp; -- &nbsp; The Student Tutor PodcastCopyright © 2017 by Student TutorProduced by: Todd VanDuzer &amp; Cody MackRecording by: Todd VanDuzerMusic &amp; Editing: Cody MackSponsorship &amp; Interview Requests: podcast@student-tutor.com&nbsp;

EP004: Making Millions with a 2.0 GPA

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Student-Tutor Podcast! &nbsp; Does the thought of starting a new business from scratch and figuring it out as you go just not sit well with you? Would you prefer to travel along a proven and much more secure path instead? &nbsp; As fun and exciting as entrepreneurship can be, it's certainly not for everyone. Some people prefer the more "traditional path" where after high school they go to college, obtain internships, and land themselves a modest salary working for a major corporation.  This week, we're joined by Student-Tutor Mastermind Mentor, Blake Riedlinger, as he shares his experience taking, and dominating this previously described "traditional path." &nbsp; With a resume featuring positions at multiple fortune 100 companies like 3M and American Airlines, Blake has the knowledge and experience required to properly advise students considering a career in big-business after high school! &nbsp; &nbsp; Time Stamped Show Notes: &nbsp; [0:15] - Intro [0:30] - Episode Previews [1:30] - Todd introduces Blake Riedlinger [3:00] - Blake's come up in the corporate world [4:15] -&nbsp;Entrepreneurship vs the corporate route [5:45] -&nbsp;Insights from visiting 22 countries in 2 years [6:30] -&nbsp;The consequences of ignoring warning signs [8:45] - Following your curiosity and intuition [9:30] -&nbsp;Blake's best advice on winning arguments [13:00] -&nbsp;Defining value - Blake's big Aha! [15:30] - The habit of introspection in an ambiguous world [16:30] - Short musical break [17:15] - Planning, backup planning, and the risk of EVERYTHING working [18:00] - The #1 book all teenagers need to read [19:15] - Staying humble and investing in yourself [21:45] - The dangers of becoming complacent [23:00] - Questions from Student-Tutor Mastermind Students! [30:45] - Why you need to start exploring your curiosities NOW! [31:45] - Outro &nbsp; 3 Key Points: &nbsp; 1. Constantly be thinking of how you can provide VALUE! Identifying opportunities to give to others in the form of products, services, or other exchangeable means, will provide you the ability to create win-win situations. These win-win situations are what creates long-term success and happiness.&nbsp; These win-win situations are what creates long-term relationships, success, and happiness.&nbsp; 2. The best way to win an argument... is to AVOID it! Creating tension, especially in the corporate environment is not good for anyone! If you recognize a conflicting plan or idea from someone who's also responsible for making an important decision; approach them, and settle the conflict before the decision needs to be made. 3. Start exploring your curiosities TODAY! As you grow older, you only gain MORE responsibilities. Being in high school, you have time on your side and need to leverage it to your advantage!&nbsp;  Spend at least an hour each day exploring something you're curious about. It doesn't have to immediately turn into your life's purpose... but who knows... it might!&nbsp; &nbsp; Resources: &nbsp; Connect with Blake on Linkedin! How Students can make $110,000 per year "Let's Spark Bright Futures" Facebook Group &nbsp; Let's Spark Bright Futures! &nbsp; Student-Tutor Mastermind Program Academic Tutoring SAT/ACT Prep Tutoring &nbsp; -- &nbsp; The Student Tutor PodcastCopyright © 2017 by Student TutorProduced by: Todd VanDuzer &amp; Cody MackRecording by: Todd VanDuzerMusic &amp; Editing: Cody MackSponsorship &amp; Interview Requests: podcast@student-tutor.com&nbsp;

EP005: How to Argue and WIN in the Corporate World

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Student-Tutor Podcast! &nbsp; &nbsp; This week, we had an AMAZING interview with Zach Hamilton, the entrepreneur in residence for over half a decade at Venture51, an early-stage VC firm based in Southern California.&nbsp; At Venture51, he was one of the key parties in the decision to invest in Ripple Labs in 2013, which is now worth well over $100m. He’s overseen LP relations, portfolio management, due diligence, and sourcing for several funds with a cumulative $50m AUM. Zach has been actively trading cryptocurrencies since 2013.&nbsp; &nbsp;In this episode, Zach taught us SO MUCH incredible knowledge... the only thing is... I forgot to hit record! DOH! We were still able to get Zach's top recommendations for students, but man, I wish you could have heard this interview!! Well, better luck next time! Sorry everyone! &nbsp; Time Stamped Show Notes: &nbsp; (it's only 9 minutes long)&nbsp; 3 Key Points: &nbsp; 1. HIT RECORD, DUMMY! 2. Treat college applications as a process, and give them the attention they DESERVE!&nbsp; &nbsp; 3. Keep an eye out for the disruption&nbsp;cryptocurrencies are going to make in our global market! Resources: &nbsp; General Crypto Zach Hamilton on Linkedin "Let's Spark Bright Futures" Facebook Group &nbsp; Let's Spark Bright Futures! &nbsp; Student-Tutor Mastermind Program Academic Tutoring SAT/ACT Prep Tutoring &nbsp; -- &nbsp; The Student Tutor PodcastCopyright © 2017 by Student TutorProduced by: Todd VanDuzer &amp; Cody MackRecording by: Todd VanDuzerMusic &amp; Editing: Cody MackSponsorship &amp; Interview Requests: podcast@student-tutor.com&nbsp;

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