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Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
At Peers Not Fears, we believe leadership is for everyone. It’s not about titles—it’s about action, influence, and showing up fully in your own life.
Dive into our posts and discover how to empower your teen to grow into the leader they’re meant to be.
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Leadership, Risks, and Comfort Zones: Classroom Leadership Opportunites
Leadership growth happens when we step outside our comfort zones, but not too far. Explore how risk, challenge, and failure lead to success.
Lorraine Connell
Oct 25, 20244 min read
Rethinking Leadership – Why Top-Down Leadership No Longer Works
Explore why top-down leadership limits growth and discover how flipping the model empowers collaboration, innovation, and leadership for all
Lorraine Connell
Oct 21, 20245 min read
Unlocking Leadership Potential in Unseen Teens: How to Support Every Child's Growth
Uncover the potential of unseen students by challenging biases and creating opportunities for all to grow into leaders.
Lorraine Connell
Oct 17, 20244 min read
Seeing Every Student as a Leader: A Fresh Perspective for Educators to Use Classroom Leadership Strategies
Every student has leadership potential. When we stop reserving leadership for a few, we empower all students to grow and lead themselves.
Lorraine Connell
Oct 9, 20243 min read
From Overlooked to Empowered: How Being a Student Shaped My Journey as a Teacher and Coach
Being overlooked as a student shaped how I see leadership potential in others. Here's how I encourage quiet students to step into leadership
Lorraine Connell
Oct 8, 20243 min read
Facing My Fear as a Teacher: The Power of Letting Go of Control
Facing fear as a teacher, I learned that giving students autonomy leads to greater leadership, growth, and success in the classroom.
Lorraine Connell
Oct 2, 20244 min read
Inclusive Leadership Programs: Why Every Student Deserves a Chance to Lead
Every student has leadership potential. Let's rethink leadership programs and give all kids the chance to grow into confident leaders
Lorraine Connell
Sep 27, 20244 min read
Unlocking Leadership Potential in Every Student: A Teacher’s Approach
Empower your students to step up and lead. Together, we can create a stronger, more connected school community. Learn more here
Lorraine Connell
Sep 24, 20244 min read
"Redefining Leadership: Why Mistakes Are Essential for Teen Growth"
Leadership is learned, not innate. Embrace mistakes, accountability, and growth as teens develop the skills to become strong leaders.
Lorraine Connell
Sep 20, 20244 min read
How a Teen Leadership Coach Can Help Your Teen Develop Confidence and Leadership Skills
Learn how a teen leadership coach can help teens build confidence, embrace challenges, and grow into the leaders they're meant to be.
Lorraine Connell
Sep 17, 20244 min read
From Chemistry to Leadership: My Journey to Empowering Teens
From teaching chemistry to empowering teens, my journey is about helping young leaders embrace mistakes and grow with confidence.
Lorraine Connell
Sep 12, 20244 min read
Healthy Teen Relationships: A Guide for Parents (Part 4 of 4)
Resources to help parents and teens navigate going beyond 'friends.'
Lorraine Connell
Sep 8, 20243 min read
Navigating Teenage Relationships: Parent-Teen Relationships (Part 3 of 4)
Strengthen your relationship with your teen by listening, admitting mistakes, and setting balanced boundaries.
Lorraine Connell
Sep 3, 20243 min read
Empower Your Teen: Join Our Leadership Bootcamp Webinar this month
Join our free webinar this month to empower your teen with leadership skills. Learn about our Leadership Bootcamp and earn a leadership cert
Lorraine Connell
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Navigating Teen Relationships: Friendships (Part 2 of 4)
Navigating teen friendships can be tough. Learn how to help your teen build healthy relationships with our Personal Web Activity. Learn more
Lorraine Connell
Jul 21, 20243 min read
Nurturing Leadership in Your Teen: Tips for Parents
Learn how to nurture leadership skills in your teen and join our free webinar in August to explore our Young Teen Leadership Bootcamp. Regis
Lorraine Connell
Jul 15, 20243 min read
Navigating Teen Relationships: Peers (Part 1 of 4)
Navigating teen relationships can be tough. Learn how to help your teen build healthy relationships with our Integrity Activity.
Lorraine Connell
Jul 10, 20243 min read
Empower Your Teen: Join Our Free Leadership Webinar this August
Help your teen develop leadership skills, boost confidence, & prepare for the future. Learn why register now for our free webinar in August!
Lorraine Connell
Jul 1, 20242 min read
Understanding Leadership Experiences: Your Teen's Hidden Potential
Discover your teen's hidden leadership potential and join our free webinar in August to learn how every teen can lead, even without a title.
Lorraine Connell
Jun 29, 20243 min read
Embracing Inclusion: A Leadership Journey Towards Belonging
Embrace inclusion, and break exclusion cycles. Open to read my insights from a sermon on fostering belonging in schools.
Lorraine Connell
Jun 9, 20243 min read
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