Leaders, it is time to lead correctly or step aside: A one-day interactive seminar to build strong leadership behavior in Big Brothers and Big Sisters in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.

Leaders, it is time to lead correctly or step aside: A one-day interactive seminar to build strong leadership behavior in Big Brothers and Big Sisters in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.

William McClain | 2015

Abstract

In the 21st Century, society has struggled to prepare adolescent males and females for adulthood. Many youth have become casualties of violence, poverty, and drugs. This seminar offers mentors such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters valuable solutions in a manner that immerses their mentees through all-inclusive skills growth, so that society can celebrate their confirmation as successful adults. This training includes values such as teamwork, honor, and respect that Big Brothers, Big Sisters and other mentors must instill in and discuss with their mentees. This ground-level know-how of being a mentor is worth sharing with current and future mentors, who could benefit from a few edifying words, ideals, and concepts to enrich their relationships with their mentees. While many leaders desire to become mentors, more than a desire is needed.