Tim Elmore is always suggesting ways to help those who work with students—parents, teachers, coaches, youth workers—to more effectively interact with young people.
Many of us (adults and students) struggle with wanting things to happen NOW! As a result, we tend to look for shortcuts. Dr. Elmore suggests that a “second mile” mindset will serve us all better. Check this out:
“In order to move from the ‘shortcut’ mindset to the ‘second mile’ mindset, let me suggest these shifts:
Stop Asking Shortcut Questions…
- What can I get by with?
- What meets ‘expectations’?
- How little can I study and still pass?
- What can I get out of this job?
- Is my behavior justifiable?
- Is there an easier way to do this?
Start Asking Second Mile Questions…
- What would surprise my supervisor?
- What would ‘excellent’ look like?
- How much can I study to improve?
- What can I give to this job?
- Is my behavior helpful to others?
- Is there a better way to reach the goal?”
If you are leading students today, I would highly recommend you check out Dr. Elmore’s latest book Marching Off The Map.
Craig T. Owens 
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