Learning From a First-Grade Mentor

Show Notes:

Host: Jim Hughes, Christian Life Coach

1. Mentoring a child in a school is an example of a good volunteer effort. It provides a sense of purpose and the opportunity for collaboration with others -- meeting a retiree's needs for replacing work functions. It is also a tremendous service to children, families, and society.

2. There is a significant barrier in the minds of many to becoming a mentor -- or to taking on any volunteer assignment. We need to develop effective ways to help people who would benefit overcome these barriers.

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