Empowering Young Minds Through Entrepreneurship: Sheri Jones’ Mission
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Sheri Jones, co-founder of Youth in Business, shares her mission of teaching kids life and business skills to help them escape the rat race and achieve financial independence. She emphasizes the importance of starting young and leveraging the skills and opportunities available in today's tech-driven world. Sheri discusses the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and the pivot to online training. She shares success stories of young entrepreneurs, including Ned, who started a business focused on ocean conservation, and Kai, who overcame learning difficulties to build a seven-figure business. Sheri encourages young entrepreneurs to take action, set clear goals, and embrace the journey of entrepreneurship.
Key Takeaways:
- Teaching kids life and business skills empowers them to escape the rat race and achieve financial independence.
- Starting a business at a young age allows children to leverage their skills and the opportunities available in today's tech-driven world.
- The COVID-19 pandemic forced a pivot to online training, expanding the reach and impact of Youth in Business.
- Success stories include Ned, who started a business focused on ocean conservation, and Kai, who overcame learning difficulties to build a seven-figure business.
- Taking action, setting clear goals, and embracing the journey of entrepreneurship are key to success.
About The Guest:
Sheri Jones is a passionate serial entrepreneur, teacher, investor, and philanthropist dedicated to empowering young minds through entrepreneurship. Alongside her husband Ben, she founded Youth in Business, an innovative education program aimed at equipping children with financial education and independence. Sheri and Ben have become trusted resources for parents nurturing young entrepreneurs, guiding numerous families and helping their kids achieve financial independence and realize their dreams. Their mentorship has led to the launch of incredible businesses by children, gaining widespread recognition in local, national, and international media.
Website: https://youthinbusiness.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthinbusinesshq
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youth_in_business/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherijonesyib/
About the Host:
Lori Young is the host of the On a Mission Mojo podcast and the founder of On a Mission Brands, a branding and marketing agency. With over 15 years of experience in the corporate space, Lori has a passion for supporting coaches, social impact entrepreneurs, authors, nonprofit organizations, and startups who are creating positive change in the world. She is dedicated to helping these mission-driven brands elevate their visibility and make a difference in humanity.
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