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Everyone has a story and it deserves to be heard. What does it take to make someone feel valued? How do we empower the next generation of leaders and ensure they are ready to contribute in a positive, powerful way? And how can we be part of the solution?
Join in on the conversation as we talk about the art of listening, the power of multiplying your team's effectiveness, and building confidence with today's guest, Jamal Givens!
Jamal Givens, President/CEO, LPKNC
https://lpknc.org
https://www.facebook.com/LPKNC
IG: @lpknc
https://uptoit.club
https://linktr.ee/uptoitpodcast
IG:@_uptoit_
Tiktok: _uptoit
FB: Up to it Podcast
Takeaways
• Prevention and support are crucial in addressing issues such as substance misuse and mental health in youth and communities.
• Deep listening, seeking to understand others, is essential in effective communication and leadership.
• Diversity and different perspectives contribute to better decision-making and problem-solving.
• Confidence and the ability to ask for help are important for personal and professional growth.
• Social media can create unrealistic expectations and perceptions of success. Combat the falsity of perfection and promote mental health awareness
• Recognize the challenges specific cultures face in addressing mental health
• Encourage young people to know themselves and recognize their strengths
• Acknowledge the value of behind-the-scenes contributors
• Emphasize the importance of caring adults in a young person's life
• Promote open communication and positive self-esteem to amplify voices and be part of the solution
04:23 The Journey into Youth and Community Work
06:17 The Power of Positive Role Models08:14 Inspiring the Next Generation
11:07 Common Issues in Youth and Community Work
12:33 The Importance of Prevention and Mental Health
16:20 The Role of Parents and Caring Adults
25:00 The Challenge of Balancing Empathy and Leadership
29:08 The Value of Diversity in Teams
30:34 Building Confidence and Openness
31:03 Embracing Your Strengths
32:03 The Pressure to Be Perfect
33:00 The Importance of Collaboration
34:00 Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health
35:28 The Impact of Social Media
38:20 Discovering Your Identity
39:19 Recognizing the Value of Others
41:14 The Power of Stories
45:32 Finding Purpose and Faith
48:51 Influential Books and Podcasts
56:09 Navigating Funding Challenges
01:00:23 The Importance of Communication
01:01:43 Promoting Mental Health and Wellness
https://linktr.ee/amplifyit
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By CLAIRE MASONEveryone has a story and it deserves to be heard. What does it take to make someone feel valued? How do we empower the next generation of leaders and ensure they are ready to contribute in a positive, powerful way? And how can we be part of the solution?
Join in on the conversation as we talk about the art of listening, the power of multiplying your team's effectiveness, and building confidence with today's guest, Jamal Givens!
Jamal Givens, President/CEO, LPKNC
https://lpknc.org
https://www.facebook.com/LPKNC
IG: @lpknc
https://uptoit.club
https://linktr.ee/uptoitpodcast
IG:@_uptoit_
Tiktok: _uptoit
FB: Up to it Podcast
Takeaways
• Prevention and support are crucial in addressing issues such as substance misuse and mental health in youth and communities.
• Deep listening, seeking to understand others, is essential in effective communication and leadership.
• Diversity and different perspectives contribute to better decision-making and problem-solving.
• Confidence and the ability to ask for help are important for personal and professional growth.
• Social media can create unrealistic expectations and perceptions of success. Combat the falsity of perfection and promote mental health awareness
• Recognize the challenges specific cultures face in addressing mental health
• Encourage young people to know themselves and recognize their strengths
• Acknowledge the value of behind-the-scenes contributors
• Emphasize the importance of caring adults in a young person's life
• Promote open communication and positive self-esteem to amplify voices and be part of the solution
04:23 The Journey into Youth and Community Work
06:17 The Power of Positive Role Models08:14 Inspiring the Next Generation
11:07 Common Issues in Youth and Community Work
12:33 The Importance of Prevention and Mental Health
16:20 The Role of Parents and Caring Adults
25:00 The Challenge of Balancing Empathy and Leadership
29:08 The Value of Diversity in Teams
30:34 Building Confidence and Openness
31:03 Embracing Your Strengths
32:03 The Pressure to Be Perfect
33:00 The Importance of Collaboration
34:00 Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health
35:28 The Impact of Social Media
38:20 Discovering Your Identity
39:19 Recognizing the Value of Others
41:14 The Power of Stories
45:32 Finding Purpose and Faith
48:51 Influential Books and Podcasts
56:09 Navigating Funding Challenges
01:00:23 The Importance of Communication
01:01:43 Promoting Mental Health and Wellness
https://linktr.ee/amplifyit