In this episode, Jen Myers interviews Tracy Bakenhaster, founder of Adulting University, about the importance of preparing teens for adulthood. Tracy shares her journey and the need for life skills education, emphasizing financial literacy, resilience, and self-awareness. The conversation explores how parents can engage reluctant learners, the role of homeschooling, and the significance of allowing teens to learn from their mistakes. Tracy also shares success stories from her program and offers practical advice for parents on how to support their children in becoming independent adults.

Takeaways

Tracy Bakenhaster is passionate about preparing teens for adulthood.

Financial literacy is crucial for today's youth.

Many teens lack critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Parents should allow their children to learn from failures.

Engaging reluctant learners requires finding their intrinsic motivation.

Homeschooling can fill gaps in education but also presents challenges.

Resilience is an essential skill for navigating adulthood.

Self-awareness is key in career exploration for teens.

Parents can support their teens by identifying gaps in skills.

Adulting University provides structured support for life skills education.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Adulting University

01:52 The Need for Life Skills Education

04:21 Preparing Teens for Adulthood

08:27 Engaging Reluctant Learners

11:50 The Role of Parents in Teaching Life Skills

13:09 Success Stories from Adulting University

16:22 The Importance of Resilience

20:25 Essential Skills for Teens

23:03 Motivating Teens to Learn

25:00 Career Exploration and Self-Awareness

30:28 Resources for Parents and Conclusion

Resources & Links:

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🔗 Follow Jen Myers on Instagram: @homeschoolceo

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