Our son is energized and inspired

Jerry Ervin is a phenomenal leadership trainer. Our son has been a participant in his programs for the past 2 years. They foster mutual respect for all and for improving one’s self-image. When our son comes home, he is energized and inspired.  The program challenges our son to be better and to make his world better.

Sam C.

The Purpose Driven Teen Leadership Program is designed to build core leadership skills and to motivate teens to pursue a life that is purpose driven and aligns with their interests and passions.

Some of the Key Core Leaderships Skills that are taught, reinforced and demonstrated are:

  • Communication

  • Goal Setting

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Decision Making

  • Collaboration

  • Team Building

  • Problem Solving

  • Creative Thinking

  • Time Management

  • Leading Others

The Purpose Driven Teen Leadership Program is an 8 week highly interactive and engaging program that will be a mixture of high energy teaching, individual and team exercises, projects, experiential learning and personal reflection.

Assessment tools and leadership based resources will be used to help teens discover more clearly who they are, what gifts and talents they have, what strengths and weaknesses they have and how to develop a plan for personal growth and development.

Below is a sample of topics that will be covered:

  • Living life with purpose and passion

  • Pursuing dreams and setting goals

  • 10 Core Leadership Skills

  • Effective communication and public speaking skills

  • Understanding your DISC personality type

  • Team building for success

  • Overcoming obstacles and roadblocks

  • Understanding Personal Constraints that hinder your progress.  For example: fear, low self esteem, lack of discipline, procrastination, etc.

By the end of the program teens will:

  • Create a Dream Board and a set of S.M.A.R.T. Goals

  • Gain understanding of their personality profile and how to better interact with others of different personality profiles

  • Assess and begin working towards building key leadership skills

  • Have a written Personal Development Plan

  • Gain confidence in communicating and giving presentations

  • Understand the importance of effective team work and practice participating in group discussions and activities

  • Identify any personal constraints that hinder their progress

  • Participate as a leader in planned community outreach activities

Program Overview

The Purpose Driven Teen Leadership Program is a 4 – 5 month highly interactive and engaging program that will be a mixture of high energy teaching, individual and team exercises, projects, experiential learning and personal reflection.

Assessment tools and leadership based resources will be used to help teens discover more clearly who they are, what gifts and talents they have, what strengths and weaknesses they have and how to develop a plan for personal growth and development.

Program Topics

Below is a sample of topics that will be covered:

  • Living life with purpose and passion
  • Pursuing dreams and setting goals
  • 8 Core Leadership Skills
  • Effective communication and public speaking skills
  • Understanding your DISC personality type
  • Team building for success
  • Overcoming obstacles and roadblocks
  • Understanding Personal Constraints like fear, low self esteem, lack of discipline, procrastination, etc… that hinder progress
Program Outcomes

By the end of the program teens will:

  • Create a Dream Board and a set of S.M.A.R.T. Goals
  • Gain understanding of their personality profile and how to better interact with others of different personality profiles
  • Assess and begin work towards building their leadership skills
  • Have a written Personal Development Plan
  • Gain confidence in communicating and giving presentations
  • Understand the importance of effective team work and practice participating in group discussions and activities
  • Identify any personal constraints that hinder their progress
  • Participate as a leader in planned community outreach activities
Program Dates & Costs

Testimonials

One of the best moves I have ever made

This past season I approached Jerry Ervin about becoming part of our football staff in the role as a Leadership Coach.  It might have been one of the best moves I have ever made in my 17 years as the head coach at Desert Vista.  He took our Leadership Council to the next level.  His vision, and the direction that he provided to our players was absolutely amazing.  I truly believe that the leadership skills that Jerry provided our players this season made the difference between us being an average team, to making us one of the top teams in Arizona.  Jerry is an amazing guy and is a master in his profession.

Dan H.

He is extremely inspirational

Jerry is an energy life force all his own.   He is extremely inspirational and models the passion and purpose he trains leaders in daily.  His integrity shines and his communication skills are matchless.  He is and has been an invaluable model and source for top notch leadership skills and training.

Genie A.

Enthusiastic and dynamic leadership coach

Jerry Ervin is an enthusiastic and dynamic leadership coach. My son has participated in his youth leadership program which Jerry has proven to be passionate towards these teens providing them with the tools they need to get them through their life challenges in school, sports, and their life journey.

Marilyn T.

Jerry Ervin is a Godsend

In today’s challenging climate of rapidly changing technology, increasing pressure to excel and “win at all cost” societal messages, teenagers can feel as though they will never measure up. Jerry Ervin is a Godsend. His leadership program is only out shined by his heart to make a difference. He has a unique approach to communicating with teens while challenging them to pursue excellence and constantly improve, becoming an even better version of themselves. The participants leave the program knowing that their validation does not come from the outside world, but rather an inner beauty and strength that they might share with others. He demonstrates leadership, teaches it and instills it that it might impact others well beyond the scope of his program.

Our family highly recommends Jerry as an integral part of any youth oriented organization which strives to make a true difference in the lives of their children and teens. Jerry certainly has made a difference in ours.

Gary C.

His message was on point

Jerry spoke to the Ahwatukee Boys Team Charity in January. This is a group of boys from 7th through high school, and his message was on point in terms of bringing it to a level they could consume, it was engaging, and it forced them to think. Jerry weaved in relevant personal anecdotes that reinforced his material and drove home the point on how these young leaders in the making should think about goals, careers, and a general approach to life. It was all about having purpose, and a by product of his message was appropriate for the adults/parents in the room too. Overall, a very productive and informative hour spent.

Mike T.

Jerry’s a real pro

Jerry’s a real pro. Not only is he steeped in knowledge of his subject area, also he engages his audience with enthusiasm and excitement. Jerry prepares extensively and has a talent for finding the hot-button issues among his participants. I highly recommend him.

Dave B.

Jerry has been an amazing mentor

Jerry has been an amazing mentor to both of my sons over the last 3 years. His youth group is helping to develop great character and leadership, and is reaching far beyond the kids that attend. As a parent, i am always looking for positive influences and role models for my children and words cannot express how grateful my family is to Jerry.

Elliott G.