Should Teens Be Working? | Raising CEO Kids

There seems to be two camps of thought that divide people on this issue.? One side feels it is important for youth to work, and they tend to show that their grades may improve and that they may be introduced to mentors.? They also suggest that working will keep kids out of trouble.

The other side points out some of the studies that suggest that teen employment can actually decrease academic performance, with the argument that working takes time away from school studies.

At Raising CEO Kids, we feel that both responses miss the mark a bit.? We feel that the real question should be, ?How well does the work they are doing, or not doing, prepare them for the future??? Of course, we don?t want to dismiss the importance of doing well in school, nor the vital role of mentors (as is showcased in our book The Parents? Guide to Raising CEO Kids).

To prepare teens for employment or youth entrepreneurship, follow these guidelines:

1. Present work opportunities early in your child?s life.

2. Find ways of encouraging your child to use their talents and abilities to help others.

3. Meet workers in several industries, investigate what they do so that your child learns the basics of their work.

4. Draw the line between what you will pay for and what your child is expected to pay for so that they have an incentive to work and not just expect things to be always handed to them.

Following these steps will help your child learn to work, to enjoy work, and to use work as a means of helping others.? In this current economy, with the highest unemployment levels on record for teens, we know that ?beggars can?t be choosers?.? The sad fact is that too many youth are going into college and the workplace without the skills they need to compete, and you as the parent can make a huge difference. Will you join us in raising cash-savvy, business-smart CEO kids?

About DrJC

Dr. Jerry Cook is a husband, father, educator, and co-author of "The Parents' Guide to Raising CEO Kids". When not working on campus, you can find him enjoying his family, gardening, kayaking, cooking, reading, or watching a good movie. He loves indulging his wife in dark chocolate with chili peppers and an occasional chick flick (both of which make her happy)! Dr. Cook is passionate about strong marriages and strong families and his new book, "Growing Your Marriage By Leaps and Boundaries" will debut in 2012.

Source: http://raisingceokids.com/2011/08/should-teens-be-working/

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