Let's Talk 1943 (S4-E1) - Building Game Plans for Life: Mentorship, Faith, and Leadership with Leshaun Jenkins

Welcome back to a brand-new season of Let's Talk 1943! In this inspiring Season 4 premiere, your host ReGina Smithwick sits down with educator, mentor, coach, and activist Leshaun Jenkins. With over 24 years in education and a list of accomplishments—including multiple "Teacher of the Year" awards and principalship at Pitt County Early College High School—Leshaun brings a wealth of wisdom on mentorship, leadership, overcoming adversity, and living with purpose. In this episode, you'll hear about: Leshaun's humble beginnings and the early influences that set him on his path (and why he knew by age 13 he wanted to become a teacher!), what makes his leadership and mentorship style unique including the importance of authentic, servant leadership, the game-changing mentorship philosophy that shifts focus from creating "mini-versions" of us to empowering others to be their best selves, the origin story and powerful framework behind Leshaun’s innovative “Game Plan”—a practical guide for setting affirmations, choosing causes, and staying focused throughout the year, insights on supporting young people in challenging environments, staying intentional with your time, and being a role model in your community, favorite scriptures, self-care advice, and much more. Whether you’re an educator, a mentor, a parent, or someone seeking inspiration for your own journey, this episode drops gems you won't want to miss.

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