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- Episode 104: Scott Schimmel on Underemployment and Failure to Launch
Summary
Many parents are concerned about their mid to late-20s children who lack drive and initiative and are struggling to find their way in terms of career and life. Underemployment is a significant issue, with over half of college graduates working in fields unrelated to their degrees. This not only affects their earnings potential but also their sense of competence and autonomy. Early intervention is crucial to prevent long-term underemployment and the associated negative impact on self-esteem and hope. It is important for individuals to make informed choices based on their own interests and passions rather than succumbing to external pressure. The problem of underemployment is growing and requires proactive solutions.
Takeaways
- Many individuals in their mid to late 20s struggle to find their way in terms of career and life, leading to concerns from parents.
- Underemployment is a significant issue, with over half of college graduates working in fields unrelated to their degrees.
- Underemployment not only affects earnings potential but also has a negative impact on self-esteem and hope for the future.
- Early intervention and guidance are crucial to prevent long-term underemployment and help individuals find clarity and purpose.
10 min - Episode 103: Overwhelmed by Transition
Summary
In this conversation, Scott Schimmel discusses the difference between change and transition. He explains that while change refers to specific events or circumstances, transition encompasses the emotional and psychological process surrounding the change. Schimmel emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the multiple stages of transition, including the loss and letting go that often accompany change. Neglecting to acknowledge and process these emotions can lead to anxiety and hinder clear thinking. He recommends embracing both the sadness and excitement of transition and giving equal attention to expressing and letting go of the past while looking forward to the future.
Takeaways
- Change and transition are distinct concepts, with transition encompassing the emotional and psychological process surrounding a change.
- Transition involves multiple stages, including loss, letting go, and grieving.
- Neglecting to address the emotional side of transition can lead to anxiety and hinder clear thinking.
- Embracing both the sadness and excitement of transition is crucial for integration and mental health.
7 min - Episode 102: Overwhelmed by Comparison
Summary
The conversation explores the challenges of finding clarity and making decisions about the future. It delves into the power of comparison and how it can both help and hinder personal growth. The comparison trap is discussed, highlighting the adverse effects of comparing oneself to others. The influence of peers and the pressure to present an idealized version of oneself in the college admissions process is examined. The conversation also touches on the impact of comparison in professional life and the importance of intentional reflection.
Takeaways
- Finding clarity can be challenging, but it is essential for making informed decisions about the future.
- Comparison can be a powerful tool for learning and growth, but it can also lead to feelings of overwhelm and confusion.
- The comparison trap can distract and discourage individuals, preventing them from staying true to themselves.
- Authenticity is crucial in the college admissions process, and presenting a genuine self is more important than trying to impress others.
- Comparison in professional life can lead to feelings of inadequacy and hinder personal growth.
- Reflecting on comparison and being intentional about the models of life one chooses to emulate is important for personal development.
- There is a fine line between healthy comparison that inspires and unhealthy comparison that discourages.
12 min - Episode 101: When in Doubt, Serve Humanity
Summary
The conversation explores young people's challenges in finding meaningful work and transitioning to adulthood. It challenges the idea that significance should only be pursued later in life and emphasizes the importance of serving others for personal happiness. The chapter titles and themes cover the search for meaningful work, transitioning from success to significance, the connection between serving others and happiness, balancing self-sufficiency and serving others, exploring career paths to serve others, earning money while doing good, and living a life of service.
Takeaways
- Young people often struggle to find meaningful work and transition to adulthood.
- The pursuit of significance should not be delayed until later in life. Serving others leads to personal happiness.
- There are numerous career paths that allow individuals to serve others and earn a living.
6 min - Episode 100: Scott Schimmel on Identity Formation—Breaking the Mold
Summary
In this conversation, Scott Schimmel discusses the concept of breaking the mold and finding one's true identity. He reflects on the roles and labels that people assign to us and the impact they can have on our growth. Scott emphasizes the importance of reexamining the scripts we've been given and having the courage to break out of the characters we've been playing. He encourages both individuals and communities to create opportunities for self-reflection and to allow others to express their true selves. Ultimately, Scott reminds us that we have the power to write our own stories.
Takeaways
- Roles and labels can limit our growth and prevent us from expressing our true selves.
- Breaking the mold requires self-reflection and the courage to step out of our assigned roles.
- Communities and individuals should create opportunities for others to reintroduce themselves and express their true identities.
- Discovering our true identity is an ongoing process of self-discovery and growth.
8 min - Episode 99: Scott Schimmel on Future Mistakes—Proving Yourself
This conversation explores the temptation to prove oneself and make something of oneself and how this pursuit may not lead to true satisfaction or success. It emphasizes the importance of pursuing goals and aspirations that are authentic to oneself. Self-awareness is a crucial starting point in making choices that align with one's interests and passions.
Scott also discusses the role of support from others in encouraging and celebrating authentic choices. Ultimately, the conversation encourages listeners to have the courage to be themselves and trust that living authentically will lead to a more meaningful and impactful life.
5 min - Episode 98: Scott Schimmel on Future Mistakes—Trusting the Lists
Summary
In this conversation, Scott Schimmel discusses the importance of not solely relying on university rankings when choosing a college. He shares his personal experience of attending a university that was not highly ranked but was the right fit for him. Scott emphasizes the need for students to find their unique path and consider their own values, interests, and strengths. He encourages young people to do the work to figure out who they are and make choices that align with their individuality.
Takeaways
- Don't solely rely on university rankings when choosing a college.
- Consider your own values, interests, and strengths when making a decision.
- Do the work to figure out who you are and what you want.
- Make choices that align with your individuality and unique path.
7 min - Episode 97: Scott Schimmel on Future Mistake—Listening to ‘Them’
Summary
This episode explores the desire for acceptance and support in decision-making, particularly career and life choices. Scott shares a personal story of deviating from expectations and the fear of rejection that comes with it. The importance of understanding cultural boundaries and the impact they have on individual choices is discussed. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to share their own stories.
Takeaways
- Nobody wants to experience rejection and seeks acceptance and support in decision-making processes.
- Understanding cultural boundaries and the values of one's community is crucial in navigating personal choices.
- It is important to differentiate between seeking approval and living autonomously.
- Sharing personal stories and experiences can help others navigate their own paths.
13 min - Episode 96: Scott Schimmel on Year End Must-Have Conversations
Summary
This episode provides guidance on how to be strategic with the downtime spent with kids during the holidays. It emphasizes the importance of having meaningful conversations that can help children grow and gain clarity about themselves and their future. Scott suggests several conversation topics, including interests, role models, aspirations, and hopes for the new year.
Takeaways
- Be intentional and strategic with the time spent with your kids during the holidays.
- Engage in conversations about your child's interests, role models, aspirations, and hopes for the future.
- Encourage self-reflection and self-awareness in your child. Support and engage with your child to help them grow into themselves.
7 min - Episode 95: Scott Schimmel on Future Mistakes: Not Tapping Your Network
Summary
This conversation explores the importance of introducing children to positive adult relationships and the impact it can have on their lives. It emphasizes the need for intentional introduction to parents' friends and colleagues, as well as the value of learning from their experiences. The conversation also discusses the desire for deeper connections with parents' business network and provides guidance on how to teach kids to tap into their own network. The key takeaway is to encourage curiosity and create opportunities for children to learn from the wisdom and experiences of adults in their lives.
Takeaways
- Children benefit from having positive relationships with multiple adults in their lives.
- Introducing children to parents' friends and colleagues can provide valuable career wisdom and life experiences.
- Curiosity is the foundation for learning and exploring different career paths.
- Parents should actively help their children tap into their network and learn from the wisdom of others.
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About The YouSchool Podcast
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My nightmare at 20 years old was that I would wake up at 40 and feel deep regret that I lived the wrong life- a really nice, predictable, and boring story belonging to someone else.
If you had told me back then that there was actually a roadmap, a step-by-step curriculum to walk through that would help me put all the pieces of my life together and set me on a path to build an authentic, meaningful life- I would’ve done anything to get it.
It matters now more than ever.
Right alongside planning for your future is living well now. We’re at an urgent time in our world: mental health / unemployment and The Great Resignation...
Building a Meaningful Life isn’t something you just close your eyes and wish for.
It’s not something only a few people get lucky enough to experience.
You can’t just put your head down, do what you’re ‘supposed to’ and try hard, and expect it all to work out.
It’s something you can design. And everyone deserves the opportunity to build a meaningful life.
The thing about life, though, is there are no black and white answers. What we’ve discovered over a decade of working with more than 20,000 students, hundreds of educators, over 1,500 military service members through their transition to the civilian world, and countless conversations with parents, elite athletes, therapists, neuroscientists, and researchers are:
There are 30 Critical Questions everyone must answer for themselves so their identity is defined, their purpose is clear, and they have what they need to build healthy relationships. Those are the pillars, and answering those questions will give you the foundation you need so you can make wiser choices about your career, feel alive as you pursue a mission and contribute to a cause bigger than yourself, experience inner peace as your inner and outer lives become more congruent, navigate the complexity of friendships so you can find the belonging you long for, and feel grateful for the life you get to live.
I’m not exaggerating, this is the reality you can experience.
So here’s the plan: every week we’ll release a new episode.
In one episode we’ll dig into the question- why it’s critical, how to go about discovering an answer.
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The following episode we’ll invite a guest and talk through that question with them- so you can see what it looks like to dig in and do the deeper reflection work.
Maybe this is something you’ll want to go through for yourself.
Perhaps you have a friend or small group and you want to have these deeper conversations with them.
Or you’re a parent, and you’ve been struggling to find the right conversations and context to engage your kid- follow along, listen to these episodes in the car or watch them together online.
If you’d like, you can sign up and follow along with some curriculum to guide you, too. These episodes are free, please share.
To access the curriculum that goes with the episodes is simple- signup for only $5/month and we’ll send you the videos as well as a downloadable worksheet you can use to go deeper for yourself or with a friend or your kids or students.