That’s music to the administration’s ears when it comes to educational seminars. That’s why if anybody, anywhere, at any time, has ever said that about your seminar, you put the quote front-and-center!
Here’s our problem. Members of our speaking team have conducted this seminar for dozens of groups, and the response has been enthusiastic. Every time. We’re sure there must be some sour grapes out there somewhere, but we haven’t met them yet.
With the Passing the Baton workshop, the evidence backs up the claim that this is a powerful, life-changing program. But don’t take our word for it. Let the workshop participants speak for themselves about the benefits they received.
Here are some benefits of the Passing the Baton workshop that participants particularly enjoy. Click on each link to see their comments:
<>Passing the Baton equips people with practical, real-world skills for connecting with the next generation:
“This is the best seminar, for me personally, that I have ever attended. All the information given was helpful and an excellent reminder of what God has called me to do.” Julie
“The seminar really gave me a jump start. Instead of just thinking about mentoring, I was able to come out of my comfort zone and develop a plan of action.” Paula
“I can do this!” Judith
“Passing the Baton demystified mentoring for me.” Pat
“I never knew what to say in a mentoring relationship, how to open up a conversation, how to confront wrong beliefs. I now have the tools and motivation to succeed as a Christian disciple.” Cherie
“Today’s seminar has inspired me to do more to really connect with my students. I feel that mentoring is something I can do—it is not out of reach.” Janet
“Passing the Baton made me aware of how to connect with my students by walking with them instead of talking to them.” Pat
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<>Passing the Baton refocuses and renews peoples’ vision:
“This seminar reminded me of my real purpose as a Christian educator, equipping the next generation to glorify God.” Mary
“This seminar has renewed my calling and commitment to follow through with finding mentors and mentoring others. It gave me both the motivation and methods to put into practice the great commission of making disciples.” Virginia
“It has reinforced and confirmed my belief that we must train our young people to be warriors now, and not minimize their abilities, their passion, and their energy.” Marie
“The amazing challenge and responsibility we have to make disciples is so clear after the seminar. I feel enabled to do what I was created for: to make disciples.” Glenn
“Today just reaffirmed for me that we can do so much to give help and hope to the next generation.” Pamela
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<>Passing the Baton frees people to have a greater influence:
“I was so encouraged to be reminded that God chose me to be His disciple. He has every confidence that He is able to make me become like Him.” This is such a freeing perspective from which to live and lead others.”
“I was approaching the school year with fear and trepidation. Now I have peace. This seminar is the best I have ever attended and I have attended between 30-50 seminars in my life.” Terri
“Passing the Baton was affirmation that what I am doing with my life and ministry is worthy and a positive reflection of the glory of God!” Dan
“This seminar opened my eyes that I have become so busy in the day-to-day functioning of life that I neglected to invest in the lives of others. I have begun praying that the Lord will show me at least two students in whom I can begin investing to make a difference.”
“I have for years felt an urgency to pass the baton and have done it casually with many teachers and parents. Now I am armed and dangerous!” Jeanne
“Mentoring happens, whether we are aware of it or not, whether it is planned or not, whether it is good or bad. Therefore, we have to be intentional as believers to make sure we have a plan for mentoring well.” Greg
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<>Passing the Baton breaks down the barriers to action:
“I can’t wait to get started. Thank you so much for planting this desire in my heart. I want to make a difference in the lives of those around me!” Angela
“It spoke a lot to me personally. I was one of those kids who didn’t fit in and one teacher took and interest in me and helped mold me. I want to use this material to help someone else who was like me.” Debbie
“This seminar refocused me on my real job as a Christian teacher. It has given me the excitement that I was missing for the year ahead.” Linda
“This seminar was VERY beneficial. I feel a strong desire to make sure that I am living out the gifts God has given me.” Trudy
“Passing the Baton recharged my spirit toward teaching and mentoring. I really understand now how important it is to mentor.” Jody
“Passing the Baton created an excitement in me about teaching. Lately I have felt overwhelmed, and this seminar reignited my excitement to get into the classroom to mentor, coach and love al of my students.” Kim
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<>Passing the Baton affirms to people how valuable they are in the cause:
“It is a shot in the arm to confirm that our simple lives speak volumes. Our country needs this to redirect our culture for God.” Cynthia
“Passing the Baton reminded me of how important a teacher is in the life of a child as a role model and mentor. It also reminded me to ‘seek out’ the children who don’t always call attention to themselves.” J.G.
“In the past, I second-guessed my abilities. Now I won’t!” Dana
“It gave me confidence that I can mentor someone even when I don’t have it all together.” Remi
“The seminar was very motivational for my job. I’ve felt like I was on my own, but I now know that this is not the case.” Deb
“Passing the Baton changed my way of thinking about this generation. I can’t expect them to change if I don’t help in the process.” D.T.
“I would love to have been mentored and taught how to mentor when I was younger. I now realize that I can do this!” J.S.
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<>Passing the Baton opens peoples’ eyes to the incredible positive influence they can have:
“I loved everything about Passing the Baton. It helped me understand that I need to be more deliberate with my words and actions. So many times I’m just hitting on the surface and don’t take the time to stop and listen, encourage and ‘build into’ someone’s life.”
Paige
“Not only did this seminar touch my ’heart of hearts,’ but it reminded me again of the bigger picture involved as a parent, mentor and teacher.” Patty
“This seminar really caused me to think about the impact I could have on students—an impact that would continue well after the class has ended.” DeAnn
“I am the school secretary and receptionist but I love people (teenagers!) and God can and will use me to train the next generation!” Kim
“This seminar reminded me of the great influence I have, even though I don’t feel influential all of the time!” Jean
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<>Passing the Baton is an engaging and fun learning experience:
“I enjoyed every minute of this engaging seminar.” B.H.
“I love it! Time flew and I learned so much.” Todd
“Thank you for your enthusiasm and hope!” Sherrie
“Thank you so much! Your teaching was not only inspiring but a blessing to my life and through me, to others.” Darlene
“The practical application and group projects were outstanding, and the questions we learned to engage young people were great.” David
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<>Passing the Baton helps team members become better parents:
“I am not a teacher yet this seminar opened my eyes to the ways in which I can mentor my own child as well as those around me. I can’t wait to get started. This is phenomenal!” Meg
“As a parent of two boys and as a teacher I loved it. If you love kids and are concerned about their future, you need to hear this.” Cheryl
“This is encouraging and specific information which makes me excited and confident about my ability to mentor my own children more.” Jana
“I am not a teacher. I work in the business office. I am, however, a parent and the application is profound in the life of my daughter and myself.” Kerri
“Today’s seminar renewed my resolve as a mom not to get caught up in the world’s view of success for kids but the greater success of godly character.” Jane
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<>Passing the Baton provides a God-centered, biblical learning experience:
“The whole thing was excellent—very biblically-based and practical.”
“Stimulating. Lively Biblical and scholarly.” Wayne
“This is what every Christian should know and apply.” Kurt
“Passing the Baton is a biblical look at how central discipleship is to God’s calling and how to disciple others.” Whit
“This seminar gave me some tools and theological legitimacy to what I’ve been trying to do.” Travis
“If you are interested in fulfilling the great commission, this seminar provides encouragement and the impetus to get with it!” Mitch
“It is essential for Christians to prepare the next generation through mentoring. I was motivated to invest in the lives of people to make a difference for eternity.”
Jim
“It is biblical, practical and life-changing.”
Carol
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