In this episode, Gene Rice guides us to discover strategies and ideas in determining a child's ultimate purpose to accomplish their professional and personal success. Stay tuned to know about the five commonly missed elements of informal education and the road map to a child’s success. Key takeaways to listen for Beneficial experiences for your children before pursuing a full-time career Why is it important to encourage your children's passions? 112 reasons why parents fail to guide their children The importance of developing a mind of gratefulness to young people How is professional success related to personal success? Ways to uncover your kid’s passion and purpose Resources mentioned in this episode Grad To Grow-Up by Gene Rice and Courtney Bejgrowicz   About Gene Rice Rags-to-riches author and CEO Gene Rice and his high school English teacher daughter Courtney Bejgrowicz, share critical information alongside professional and personal successes and failures to demystify adulthood. They are the co-authors of the book “Grad to Grown-Up” which teaches everything you didn’t learn in school but all you need to know to launch your personal and professional life. The five sections—life, job search, career, personal finance, and health and relationships—provide real-world insights that are often overlooked in formal education.  Gene Rice is a leading executive retained recruiter, placing over 1000 executives while building one of the largest search firms in the world. He is also chairman of Rice Cohen International, and co-founder of the Plant a Seed Inspire a Dream Foundation, which has helped over 700 kids' children pursue their passions. He brings a desire to help others to all he does.  Connect with Gene Website: Grad To Grown Up; Plant a Seed Foundation LinkedIn: Gene Rice   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Sometimes we forget that our children can have terrible days and negative behaviors too, but do you know what to do when they become troublesome? Dive in today as Dr. Karin Jakubowski reveals her expertise in assisting parents in finding solutions whether their child is experiencing difficulties at school or at home. Continue listening to find out how mindfulness and positive affirmations will help you connect and communicate better with your children. Key takeaways to listen for Developing a safe place to learn for children Great ways to communicate with your children 2 reasons why children exhibit challenging behaviors How children benefit from mindfulness practices  Tips to teach your children in using affirmations Resources mentioned in this episode 101 Positive Affirmation by Louise Hay  The Freak Factor by David J. Rendall   About Dr. Karin Jakubowski  With a doctorate in Educational Leadership, and nearly 20 years of experience in education as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal, she is highly regarded as an educational game-changer.  Her insights have been featured in various media outlets including The Washington Times and Delaware State News and heard in multiple speaking engagements internationally such as the National Principals Conference and as far-reaching as India.  As an empowerment coach, she provides a framework for parents who feel helpless when their child is experiencing challenging problems at school or home to experience the happy life they always dreamed of having through utilizing her revolutionary problem-solving approach.  Connect with Dr. Jakubowski Website: Educational Impact Academy LinkedIn: Dr. Karin Jakubowski Podcast: Momnificent   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

If you want to reach your goals in EVERY area of your life, this episode will provide you with the inspiration, motivation, and action plan you need to take yourself and your family to the next level. Listen in as Hal Elrod talks about practical tips and strategies to empower yourself and live the life you deserve. Key takeaways to listen for 2 reasons why you should take a sabbatical How a sabbatical can transform your life and family 2 powerful ways to become your own expert Simple rules that can help to make life-changing decisions The unspoken truth about overcoming adversity 7 steps for creating a family meeting agenda Resources mentioned in this episode The Way Of The Superior Man by David Deida Cris Cancer Foundation The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod and Robert Kiyosaki    About Hal Elrod Hal Elrod is on a mission to elevate the consciousness of humanity, one morning at a time. As one of the highest-rated keynote speakers in America, creator of one of the fastest-growing and most engaged online communities in existence, and author of one of the highest-rated, best-selling books in the world, The Miracle Morning—which has been translated into 27 languages, has over 2,000 five-star Amazon reviews and is practiced daily by over 500,000 people in 70+ countries—he is doing exactly that. Hal actually died at age 20. Hit head-on by a drunk driver at 70 miles per hour, his heart stopped for 6 minutes, broke 11 bones, and eventually woke from a coma to be told by doctors that he would never walk again. Not only did Hal walk, but he also went on to run a (52 mile) ultra-marathon and become a hall of fame business achiever—before the age of 30. Then, in November of 2016, Hal nearly died again—his kidneys, lungs, and heart on the verge of failing, which led to his being diagnosed with a very rare, very aggressive form of cancer (acute lymphoblastic leukemia). After enduring the most difficult year of his life, Hal is now cancer-free and furthering his mission as the Executive Producer of The Miracle Morning Movie—a documentary that both shows you the morning rituals of some of the world’s most successful people, as well as takes you around the world to show you the life-changing impact that Miracle Mornings are having, globally. Hal is also the host of the highly acclaimed Achieve Your Goals podcast, creator of the Best Year Ever Blueprint Live Experience, and bestselling author of ten [10] books in The Miracle Morning book series. As one of the most inspiring, highly entertaining (we’re talking “wannabe stand-up comedian” level humor!), and one of the most in-demand keynote speakers in the world, whether you are an individual or an organization, Hal will give you the tools to Wake Up to Your Full Potential.  Connect with Hal Elrod Website: The Miracle Morning; Hal Elrod International Podcast: Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Raising children can be challenging, but how can we be the best parents if we carry heavy baggage from our past? In this episode, Hunter Clarke-Fields shares her parenting expertise on how to create peaceful families. Stay connected to discover strategies to foster respectful communication, effective conflict resolution, and thoughtfully listening. Key takeaways to listen for How to determine If you are affected by an unhealthy family pattern Skillful mindfulness to transform unhelpful patterns  Tips to recognize and change toxic parenting  Why should parents respond calmly when an emotion arises? What does it mean to have a beginner's mindset? The positive implications of acknowledgment in parenting  Resources mentioned in this episode Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke- Fields and Carla Naumburg   About Hunter Clarke-Fields Hunter started blogging and podcasting about parenthood when her kids were babies and believes that it's not enough to just know the "right" way to respond, it takes inner work to reduce our biological stress response—so that we can access our more thoughtful, loving selves. At a time when parents worry about internet influence, kid’s anxiety, and avoiding “helicopter parenting,” Hunter shares the new path to changing generational patterns and raising confident kids. She helps parents get their kids to listen without losing their sh*t, bringing more calm and peace into their daily lives. Hunter is a certified mindfulness teacher with over twenty years of experience in meditation practices and has taught mindfulness to thousands worldwide. She is the mother of two active daughters, who challenge her every day to hone her craft! Connect with Hunter Website: Mindful Mama Mentor Podcast: Mindful Mama - Parenting with Mindfulness Facebook: Hunter Clarke-Fields, Mindful Mama Mentor   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

If you find yourself continually going back and forth about what to do next, you’re not alone. Join us as Becca Ribbing reveals the questions we should be asking ourselves to obtain clarity and achieve life success. Keep listening to discover the importance of prioritization and the power of recognizing your weakness! Key takeaways to listen for How to figure out what you want in life Ways to achieve clarity and momentum that you crave Why envy is a useful emotion? Mindful productivity: Exercises to help children learn and grow with clarity  The powerful impact of writing your commitments Embracing the idea of life path instead of endpoint purpose  Strategies to nurture your child in the face of setbacks Resources mentioned in this episode The Clarity Journal by Becca Ribbing Braving The Wilderness by Brene Brown   About Becca Ribbing  Becca Ribbing is the author of The Clarity Journal and has been a coach for over a decade. She's on a mission to help people break out of the cycles of uncertainty and struggle that hold them back. She helps women going back and forth with the big, seemingly endless question of what to do next—so they can stop going around in circles and finally figure out what they truly want and create the clarity and momentum they crave.  So many people find themselves stuck and unsure of their direction. Using journaling prompts and helping people become more honest with themselves, she moves her readers forward gently and empowers them to embrace their strengths while letting go of any negative self-talk that has held them back in the past.  Connect with Becca Website: Becca Ribbing  Facebook: Becca Ribbing Instagram: @beccaribbing Linkedin: Becca Ribbing Twitter: @beccaribbing   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Identity formation is a significant adolescent developmental process that involves transitioning from childhood dependency to adult responsibility for one's needs, interests, impulses, goals, and desires. Today, Steve & Henry Sims share the importance of peer groups and role model observations in helping children develop a greater sense of self-confidence, personality, connection to others, and making personal decisions. Key takeaways to listen for Intangible effects of a family retreat to your child Best way to focus on your child’s goals and dreams 2 critical skills that could help children make better decisions Unique qualities of a good uncle and why they’re important Developing a sense of independence and identity Importance of parenting and a parent-child relationship Resources mentioned in this episode Bluefishing by Steve Sims   About Steve & Henry Sims Steve Sims has been running his luxury travel and lifestyle concierge firm, Bluefish, for more than twenty years. With his unique talent for connecting with people’s passions, opening doors, and making things happen, Sims has developed an exclusive reputation and impressive client list of the world’s rich and famous. Bluefish has offices around the world and has been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, Entrepreneur, Variety, Worth, CNBC, and many other media outlets. Sims is also a keynote speaker at venues including Harvard and the Pentagon, and has spoken at many top entrepreneurial groups, including Mastermind Talks, Genius Networking Events, and Entrepreneur Society of SF. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, kids, dogs, and a lot of motorcycles. Growing up, Henry saw firsthand the good, the bad, and the constant roller coaster that is the life of an entrepreneur. Frankly, opting-in to this lifestyle seemed bizarre. Instead, he let his analytical mind and passion for motorcycles direct him into Mechanical Engineering at Oregon State University. He enjoyed it and very quickly ranked at the top of many of his classes, but being an entrepreneur was in his blood and it didn’t take long before he realized that his skills, thought process, and goals best fit into the life of an entrepreneur. Where so many entrepreneurs suffer from shiny object syndrome and end up confusing themselves and sometimes harming their own business, Henry is able to build clarity, simplicity, and action into every element of a driven entrepreneur’s marketing and branding.  He utilized all of his skills for analyzing data and systems to start a small digital marketing firm where he could analyze the marketing and branding efforts of his clients and optimize it for greater returns with less effort. It grew to a very healthy number of clients that relied on his ability and analytical mind to formulate the best way to expand their brand and message into the market they desired to be in. Connect with Steve & Henry Website: Sims Media; Steve D Sims Facebook: An Entrepreneur Advantage with Steve Sims Instagram: @stevedsims; @henrydsims; @realsimsmedia LinkedIn: Steve D Sims; Sims Media Youtube: Steve D Sims; Sims Media Twitter: Steve D Sims; Sims Media   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

When you ask parents what they want for their kids, the typical response is “to be happy”. But how do you raise successful and happy kids? Dive in as Kim John Payne talks about the pillars of simple parenting and techniques to help establish strong family relationships, trust, and connection to assist children in being more future-oriented and more prepared for the inevitable societal hurdles. Key takeaways to listen for Key assets for strengthening children's emotional intelligence CPTSD: Symptoms, behavior, and recovery Resetting expectations of what family really needs Resources to create a consistent parenting and rhythms Simplifying parenting style to keep family’s mental health How to raise a future-oriented child Impacts of flow principle to a parent-child interaction and parents' well-being Resources mentioned in this episode Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne and Lisa M. Ross  Emotionally Resilient Tweens and Teens by Kim John Payne and Luis Fernando Llosa Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman   About Kim John Payne  Kim John Payne is a consultant and trainer to over 230 U.S. independent and public schools. He has been a school counselor, adult educator, consultant, researcher, educator and a private family counselor for twenty seven years. He regularly gives key-note addresses at international conferences for educators, parents, and therapists and runs workshops and trainings around the world. He has also consulted for educational associations in South Africa, Hungary, Israel, Russia, Switzerland, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, Thailand and China. Kim has worked extensively with the North American and UK Waldorf educational movements. He has served as Director of the Collaborative Counseling program at Antioch University New England. He is the Director of the Simplicity Project, a multi media social network that explores what really connects and disconnects us to ourselves and to the world. He is also the Founding Director of The Center for Social Sustainability, an organization that has trained thousands of teachers, parents and students in the Three Stream Process that gives social, emotional and behavioral support to children who struggle in the school environment. In addition to authoring the #1 Best Seller Simplicity Parenting© . Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier and More Secure Kid, published by Random House Penguin in 2009, he also authored The Games Children Play©, (1996) published by Hawthorn Press ,The Soul of Discipline (2015 Random House/Penguin), co-authored Whole Child Sport™ How to Navigate Child & Youth Sports™. and Being At Your Best When Your Kids Are At Their Worst (Shambhala Press 2019). His books have been translated into 27 languages. He has appeared frequently on television including ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox; on radio with the BBC, Sirius/XM, CBC & NPR and in print including being featured in Time Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Parenting, Mothering, Times Union and the LA Times. Kim strives to deepen understanding and give practical tools for life that arise out of the burning social issues of our time. He lives on a farm in Ashfield, Massachusetts with his wife and two children. Connect with Kim Website: Simplicity Parenting Podcast: The Simplicity Parenting Podcast   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Today, financial management advice is almost anywhere; even your friends and family members are willing to share their ideas on how you should manage your money. Joining us is Jesse Mecham, revealing money management principles that are highly beneficial to your child's financial foundation and remain valuable for business and family budgeting.   Key takeaways to listen for How much happiness do children bring to their parents Why is it difficult to manage your money better? Recognizing that money is a form of energy 4 simple rules of money management  Ways to teach children the value of money The unpredicted outcome of well-placed resource allocation Resources mentioned in this episode You Need A Budget by Jesse Mecham   About Jesse Mecham Personal finance expert, speaker, and business leader, Jesse Mecham is the Founder of You Need A Budget (or YNAB if you are very busy and important). Jesse hosts the You Need A Budget Podcast, the Beginning Balance Podcast and is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of, You Need A Budget. (He’s nothing if not consistent!)  A self-proclaimed “recovering CPA,” he is deeply passionate about teaching individuals, families, and business owners YNAB’s Four Rules to help them gain total control of their money. Jesse first developed the YNAB method and original spreadsheet as a broke, newly married college student who really needed a budget. In an attempt to make an additional $300/month to cover rent, he sold his spreadsheet online and YNAB was born. Since 2004, the software has grown into a leading personal finance platform and has helped hundreds of thousands of people break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, get out of debt, and save more money.  Now, YNAB has a growing team living and working all around the world, and has built a thriving remote culture that earned recognition as Fortune’s #1 best small company to work for. (YNAB was doing remote work before it was cool!) When not teaching people how to budget, Jesse loves gardening, woodworking, marksmanship, and travel. He also spends a good bit of time with his wife and the seven small people that live in their house. Connect with Jesse Website: You Need A Budget Facebook: You Need A Budget Instagram: @YouNeedABudget YouTube: You Need A Budget Podcast: You Need A Budget Twitter: You Need A Budget   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Be inspired by this episode as Barrett Ersek shares how to set family core values that bring out the best of your children's abilities and the importance of embracing gratitude amidst difficulties to your family and business life. Key takeaways to listen for How to find your child’s spark: Getting out and exploring to find themselves  The importance of embracing family core values in making decisions Connecting with families that supports and encourages one another Impacts of child involvement in your business and mastermind group Living on purpose: Trusting darkness and despair as a gift  Importance of resiliency to entrepreneurial success Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki Gratefulness Want to be Happy? Be Grateful. by David Steindl-Rast    About Barrett Ersek Barrett’s first plunge into the green industry was at the age of 12 where he convinced both his school principal and the branch manager for TruGreen/Chemlawn to give him a shot at telemarketing. After becoming one of TruGreen’s most successful telemarketers, Barrett left TruGreen to create his first lawn care company. Holganix manufactures and distributes 100% organic plant probiotics that allow users to drastically reduce their environmental footprint while improving overall plant health and yield. With rising fertilization costs and government regulations on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, Barrett believes that Holganix could be the solution for fertilizer users across America. Barrett has spoken on topics of plant health, innovation, entrepreneurship, and gratitude on five continents. He has lectured at the London School of Business (LSB), the India School of Business(ISB), and the Massachusetts School of Business (MIT) in addition to many EO events. Barrett has been actively involved in EO, serving as Philadelphia’s chapter president, forum chair, education chair and mentorship chair. In addition, he is a graduate of the EO/MIT Entrepreneurial Masters Program, Class of 2004. Connect with Barrett Website: Holganix LinkedIn: Barrett Ersek   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

A happy family does not happen by chance. It is the product of good intentions and sometimes difficult decisions to keep it thriving. Today, Mike and Lindsay McCarthy join us to explain what makes family meetings an excellent way to discuss important things and maintain stronger relationships with your family. Key takeaways to listen for Top pressing issues that families are facing today How to hold a successful family meeting Impacts of shared values and setting goals Tips to make family meetings effective Techniques to deal with children's objections during a family meeting The importance of providing a safe area for children to express themselves Ways to improve communication with your spouse Resources mentioned in this episode The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families on Amazon The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families Free 2-Chapter Sample About Mike and Lindsay McCarthy Mike and Lindsay McCarthy have been married for fifteen years and have two amazing children, Tyler (twelve) and Ember (eight). They live in Austin, Texas but spend some time in the summer and winter at their home in Silverthorne, Colorado. The McCarthys are an active family and love to be outdoors hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, skating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or walking their Beagle, Bodhi. Their new family obsession is traveling around the country in the “Mac Adventure Rover” aka their camper van.    Mike is the Regional Owner for the Greater Pennsylvania region of Keller Williams Realty, Xchange facilitator and co-founder of GoBundance, and co-author of The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families, the corresponding Playbook and Tribe of Millionaires. Lindsay is mainly a stay-at-home mom and occasionally writes blogs on their website, and runs the Facebook Community for The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families.  Connect with Mike and Lindsay Website: GratefulParent.com Facebook Group: The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families Blog site: Grateful Parent   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe