11. The Crisis of Community in Youth with Stu Saunders

The Business of Doing Business with Dwayne Kerrigan

In this explosive episode of "The Business of Doing Business," Stu Saunders, a titan of youth leadership and community building, lays bare the crisis eroding the very fabric of youth community. Stu sheds light on the alarming disconnect in today's youth, exacerbated by parenting trends, education systems, and the pervasive influence of social media.

Key Takeaways:

- Discover the crucial pillars of success: consistency, effort, and time.

- Unpack the societal shift away from the strong work ethic once cherished.

- Explore Stu's journey from empowering kids at schools to reshaping corporate community values.

- Delve into the concerning trend of diminishing resilience and adaptability in young people and businesses alike.

With the stakes higher than ever, Stu's candid revelations challenge us to confront the uncomfortable truths about today's shifting landscape. Will businesses muster the resilience to navigate this crisis, or will we witness a further unraveling of the community as we know it?

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Introduction to Stu Saunders

0:57 - Student Leadership Journey

4:25 - Youth Challenges Today

9:10 - Social Media's Impact on Youth

10:25 - Pandemic Effects on Children

12:26 - Youth Disconnection Issues

18:05 - Social Media as New Community

19:45 - Community Fragmentation Causes

22:30 - Pandemic & Community Preferences

23:53 - Mental Health Conversations

26:38 - Loss of Green Spaces Impact

28:01 - Nature versus Technology Debate

30:45 - Parenting versus Friendship Role

34:55 - Benefits of Facing Adversity

35:40 - Importance of Tough Conversations

37:27 - Embracing Silence

39:55 - Hope for Future Generations

42:00 - Navigating Uncertain Futures

43:19 - Future Job Market Speculation

44:38 - Community Building Importance

47:55 - Pleasing Everyone Dilemma

51:35 - Pleasing Everyone Continued

56:28 - Engaging Kids in Leadership Conferences

57:12 - Optimism for the Future

1:00:10 - Concerns for Current Youth State

1:03:03 - Next Generation Workforce Outlook

1:05:26 - Valuing Employees

1:08:10 - Parenting Best Practices

1:09:53 - Conclusion Remarks

1:11:20 - Podcast Sharing Request

1:11:38 - Legal Disclaimer

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