Transforming Middle Schoolers into Business Leaders with John Rock Foster

How can teaching business and economics to middle schoolers prepare them for real-world challenges?Today’s guest is John Rock Foster, the founder of Middle School MBA, where he’s revolutionizing the way kids learn about business, economics, and entrepreneurship. With a background in engineering and corporate strategy, he now dedicates his time to empowering young minds through fun, real-world business lessons.Join Scott and John as they explore: * The Middle School MBA program teaches students real-world skills, such as negotiation, through hands-on activities.* The importance of making complex topics like economics engaging and understandable for young students.* John’s curriculum helps students understand the world of commerce and transactions.* The role of teachers in customizing the curriculum to their students’ needs.* Why learning to handle failure is a crucial part of the program.* The program teaches life skills beyond business, including communication and relationship-building.* John shares how parents see a change in their relationships with their kids through the program.* The importance of introducing business education early, even as young as fourth grade.Chapters for this episode: 02:30 - John Foster’s Background and the Start of Middle School MBA07:45 - Why Teaching Business to Middle Schoolers is Important15:45 - Real-Life Skills Kids Gain from Business Education25:00 - Failure and Negotiation Lessons30:15 - The Role of Teachers in Delivering Business Curriculum38:00 - Impact of Business Education on FamiliesThanks to John Rock Foster for being on Business, Bourbon & Cigars. Learn about Middle School MBA: https://www.middleschoolmba.com/ Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-rock-foster-12813341/ BUSINESS, BOURBON & CIGARSBe sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes. * Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3SN2fHn * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49EwtTo * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MePlusUltraNetwork/podcasts Business, Bourbon & Cigars is the preeminent resource for ambitious leaders who want a backstage pass to the top. Each episode, we sit down with ultra-successful executives and industry leaders who share their insider strategies for growth and success. And of course, we may even sip on some of the finest bourbon and light up our favorite cigars while we chat.Each week, we bring you in-depth interviews with high-level executives and industry leaders who have a proven track record and in-depth understanding of what it takes to grow a business. They’ll share their no-nonsense approach, the challenges they faced on their journey to the top, and the strategies that helped them overcome obstacles and forge their own path to ultra-success.ME PLUS ULTRA Transform your business and redefine your world with Me Plus Ultra virtual masterminds and leadership retreats: https://MePlusUltra.com Me Plus Ultra is a place where visionary entrepreneurs come together, not just to network, but to

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