1. If you want to change the world, focus on leaders. If you want to change leaders, focus on them when theyre young. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 1

2. KidLead Founder: Alan E. Nelson, Ed.D. Growing Great Leaders Alan was a pastor for 20 years and was the executive editor of Rev! magazine. He has a doctorate in leadership from the University of San Diego, is the author of 15 books and over 200 articles, including KidLead: Growing Great Leaders and LeadYoung. He is a lecturer at the Naval Postgraduate School. Married over 30 years and parents to 3 sons, Alan & Nancy live in Monterey, California. 2

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4. History is shaped by 3 things: Disasters… Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 4

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6. Leaders. The biggest influence, good and bad, is leaders. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 6

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12. Leadership Success Head Start 90% of Executive Training Participants are between the ages of 30-55. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 12

13. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD Defining Leadership Is Key Perceived Leadership Categories: Personal: responsible, high self- esteem, ethical, good citizen, confident, works from strengths Managerial: able to facilitate smaller group projects, maintain existing processes Organizational: able to cast vision, lead others in problem solving, catalyze organizational change 13

14. Leadership is the process of helping people accomplish together, what they could not as individuals. Leaders are those who get leadership going. KidLeads Definition of Leadership Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 14

15. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD Education Overlooks Young Leaders William Damon (Stanford) says that the American value of equality, especially in our educational system, overlooks the unique energy and creativity of young leaders. 15

16. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD Identifying Leadership Intelligence Howard Gardner (Harvard), author of Multiple Intelligences, notes leadership as a domain in interpersonal intelligence 16

17. Identifying L Aptitude in Children/Youth Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 17

18. 7 Indicators of Leadership Aptitude in Students 1. Peers listen to the student when s/he talks & other students seek her/his opinion, ask what s/he wants to do and follow. 2. The student initiates projects; seems to have goals/ambitions; challenges status quo. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 18

19. 7 Indicators of Leadership Aptitude in Students 3. The student has been accused of being bossy, strong-willed or opinionated (even disciplined for being a distraction in class). 4. The student gets selected as class monitor, team captain, or group leader by adults. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 19

20. 7 Indicators of Leadership Aptitude in Students 5. The student negotiates well with peers and other adults. 6. The student is good at organizing younger children or peers in activities or play (likability factor). 7. The student stands up for her/his values; not prone to peer pressure. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 20

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22. Influencers Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 22

23. Social Influence Survey free @ www.kidlead.com Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 23

24. Discuss with a partner: Which of these 7 indicators were either a surprise to you, or have you seen in your students or even yourself as a youth? Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 24

25. 5 Common Church Responses that Inhibit Young Leader Development Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 25

26. 5 Common Church Responses that Inhibit Young Leader Development 1. Assuming everyone has equal gifting, thus overlooking those with extra ability (Matthew 25). 2. Confusing leadership with discipleship and service. 3. Shutting down young leaders or labeling them as trouble makers. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 26

27. 5 Common Church Responses that Inhibit Young Leader Development 4. Lack of intentional development that targets their leadership ability. 5. Waiting too long to develop the character of leaders while theyre moldable. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 27

28. Discuss… What is one thing youd like to improve OR which of these items have you seen other church people do when interacting with young leaders? Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 28

29. 7 Ways to Develop Leader-Friendly Churches: 1. Identify kids with leadership aptitude and gather them together. 2. Treat these children as young leaders (Pygmalion effect). Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 29

30. 7 Ways to Develop Leader-friendly Churches: 3. Develop everyday opportunities at church for supervising peers in teams. 4. Educate parents and other adults on how to develop these young leaders. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 30

31. 7 Ways to Develop Leader-friendly Churches: 5. Intentionally disciple these kids. 6. Find community opportunities for leading outside of church. 7. Seek formal and informal leadership development training. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 31

32. Seizing fleeting opportunities Life stewardship mandates that we be savvy about opportunities given us (carpe diem). The best way to change an adult is to focus on the child. The same is true of leaders. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 32

33. Development of a young leader. Seeds take root: 2-9 years of age Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 33

34. Development of a young leader. Growth but still under water: 10-13 Focus: Character & Competence Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 34

35. Adulthood starts at 12-14 in most cultures Adult rites of passage: Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Walk- about, Catechism, Confirmation, Jesus @ 12. Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 35

36. 24,000,000 Pre-teens in America (8-12 year olds). Spend $40B. Influence $140B more of parent spending Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 36

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38. LeadNow Training Curriculum 50 hours divided into 4 stand alone modules 95% active learning method Requires a 1-day certification Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 38

39. Development of a young leader. The emerging leader: 14-18 years old Focus: Competence & Confidence Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 39

40. LeadWell Training Curriculum 1 st book on org leadership dealing with young leader issues! 50 hours divided into 4 stand alone modules Can be done in 8 ninety-minute or 16 forty- five minute sessions (elective or after school) ½ experiential activities ½ leadership project plan Requires 3-hours of online training Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 40

41. 16 Core Qualities Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 41

42. 50 Hours of Training Curriculum Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 42

43. Development of a young leader. Leader blooming: 19-25 years of age Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 43

44. What Makes LeadYoung Training Systems So Effective: 50 hours total training including over 100 coached leadership experiences (cognitive, micro & macro-motor) We certify Trainers, who then train Koaches for 1:4-6 coaching ratio Cost effective ($156 vs. $6800 for 36 hours of adult training at CCL.org) 3 hours parent training Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 44

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46. Enhance Your School Culture While Giving Your Leaders a 10-20 Year Head Start Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 46

47. What Makes KidLead Effective: Active learning methods: increases retention 9X more than lecturing Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 47

48. LeadNow Club Format: Accelerated Learning Methods 90 Minute Sessions Multi-sensory Small Group Interaction/Discussion Notebook w/ Weekly Leadership Challenge Key Concept Memory Cards Raising a Leader Parent Training LeadNow: Ages 10-13 / Application Required LeadWell: Ages 14-18 / Application Required Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 48

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50. LeadNow Steps & Financial Info Trainer Certification –$800 includes 10-hour 1-day intensive, training materials, shirt, & curriculum –25% discount for non-profits Koach Development –Trainer recruits & trains Koaches ($50) Student Recruitment –10 students to run a club –Application & 2 SIS submitted –Materials fee: $39/student per module (binder, book, folder, t-shirt, materials) –Suggest charging $250 Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 50

51. LeadWell Steps & Financial Info Trainer Certification –$200 includes 3-hour webinar, training materials, shirt, & curriculum Koach Development –Trainer recruits & trains Koaches ($50) Student Recruitment –10 students to run a club –Application & 2 SIS submitted –Materials fee: $39/student per module (binder, book, folder, materials) –Suggest charging $250 (your local equivalent of travel sports/private lessons) Developing Young Leaders 2012 Alan E. Nelson, EdD 51

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