Wow, we just had a former NFL player drop some unexpected Wisdom on mentorship and community connections. You won’t believe the symbols he uses to foster vulnerability and Growth. And what’s even more surprising is the way he’s redefining the role of mentors in his community. You’ve got to hear this. Stay tuned to find out how this NFL player turned Real Estate professional is changing the game in mentorship.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Explore the Impact of Mentorship in Professional Sports: Discover the influential role mentors play in the success of athletes and how this can be applied to your own leadership journey.
• Navigate the Transition from NFL to Real Estate Career: Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from a professional sports career to a new industry.
• Engage with Nonprofit Youth Mentoring Programs in Baltimore: Uncover the impact of youth mentoring programs in the local community and how you can get involved to make a difference.
• Embrace the Importance of Servant Leadership in Business: Learn about the powerful impact of servant leadership and how it can transform your approach to leading others.
• Foster Community Through Shared Experiences: Understand the value of shared experiences in building strong, supportive communities and how this can enhance your leadership journey.

Darius Jennings, a former NFL player and board member at Next One Up, joins Julie and Jimmy on today’s AugMentors’ episode. As an authentic augmentor, Darius has been making a positive impact wherever he goes, whether it’s on the football field or in the community. His dedication to mentoring and empowering the youth, coupled with his diverse range of experiences, makes him a valuable guest to discuss the importance of mentorship and leadership. With his background in professional sports and his current involvement in nonprofit organizations, Darius brings a unique perspective to the conversation.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:02:22 – Early Mentors

00:10:34 – The Business of NFL

00:12:50 – Agent Representation in Sports

00:16:24 – Hands-On Mentorship

00:20:33 – Passion, Profession, and Purpose

00:27:10 – Mentoring and Self-Confidence

00:34:22 – Word Association: Mentorship

00:36:27 – Importance of Barbershops in Community

00:37:50 – Life Lessons from Sports and Mentorship

00:39:33 – Changing Perspectives and Mentorship 

Nonprofit Youth Mentoring Programs

Nonprofit youth mentoring programs, like Next One Up, provide essential support and guidance for young individuals navigating academic and Personal Development. Darius’ involvement with such organizations showcases the transformative impact of mentorship on empowering youth. These programs create a network of support, fostering personal growth, and building stronger communities.

Want to connect with or work with Darius Jennings to learn more? Find out more here!

Darius’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darius-jennings-4124b61a3/

Website: https://www.nextoneup.org/

Two energetic entrepreneurs host a leadership podcast for those looking to connect more authentically with others and grow to their potential through mentoring.

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Julie Meyers Co-Founder, AugMentors

AugMentors was born as a pandemic project between friends and energetic entrepreneurs, Jimmy Edgerton & Julie Meyer. With a desire to help people connect more authentically with others and grow to their potential, they started recording their conversations about their mentoring experience leading to the AugMentors podcast, the number one mentoring podcast and member of the HubSpot Podcast Network. With eight principles in hand, AugMentors is taking the show on the road and supporting organizations, from academic institutions and non-profits to fast-growing start-ups and multinationals, to grow great leaders into great mentors with workshops, programs and customized engagements.