In this episode of the You Can Mentor podcast, Zachary Garza interviews Michael Morgan, founder of A Few Good Mentors, Inc. Michael shares his journey from being an FBI surveillance expert to becoming a dedicated youth mentor. The conversation explores the importance of mentoring, the challenges of recruiting male mentors, and the core values that guide their organization. Michael emphasizes the need for male role models in the community, the impact of mentoring on young lives, and the significance of faith in overcoming challenges. The episode concludes with insights on how to engage and retain mentors while addressing the evolving needs of today's youth.
https://afgmentoring.net/
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Takeaways:
- Mentoring is about caring for the next generation.
- There is a significant need for male mentors in communities.
- Succession planning is a crucial aspect of mentoring.
- Recruiting male mentors is a challenging but necessary task.
- Core values like SHIELDS guide mentoring efforts.
- Engaging mentors requires personal connection and support.
- Today's youth face unique challenges, including mental health issues.
- Education needs to be made fun to engage students.
- The impact of mentoring can be seen years later.
- Faith plays a vital role in the mentoring journey.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Mentoring and Michael's Background02:52 Transition from FBI to Mentoring Youth06:07 The Importance of Mentoring and Succession Planning09:00 Challenges in Recruiting Male Mentors12:01 Core Values: SHIELDS and Their Significance15:01 Engaging and Retaining Mentors18:08 Addressing the Needs of Today's Youth20:48 The Impact of Mentoring on Young Lives24:01 Overcoming Discouragement in Mentoring27:06 Final Thoughts and Resources for Mentors
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