Comments on: Jobless Guy Shows Up During Career Week

By: Darcy

Darcy — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:29:34 +0000

Wow! I wish you’d come to my school when I was a kid! You are so cool, my friend. I love it. I wonder if anyone will talk later to your son about the stuff you said.

By: Steve Coxsey

Steve Coxsey — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:45:39 +0000

Hi, Barbara!

This class is a Montessori elementary class so they have mixed ages, mostly 7-10. My son is the oldest and just turned 11. The response was definitely strongest from the nearly 9 and older group, although the younger kids had great examples of people they know who earn money without a boss.

I think your granddaughter must be a complete joy to be around. I’m reminded of those occasional stories where someone in high school starts a “side business” and grows it big by early adulthood or at least pays for college with it. She gets to start out free of the burden of employee thinking. What a blessing!

By: Beth

Beth — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:24:40 +0000

I’m so impressed Steve. Thank you for helping to change the world by making a difference in people’s lives. Starting at this age level can make such an impact for future generations. I’m certain that your discussion had a profound effect on at least a couple of those kids. I think a book for children on this topic could be a best seller!

By: Barbara Winter

Barbara Winter — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:26:41 +0000

I didn’t catch how old these kids are, but it reminded me of my 6 week stint with 4th graders as a Junior Achievement volunteer. The entrepreneurial spirit burns brightly when it’s fanned! This afternoon, my daughter offered Zoe, her 5 year old, 25 cents for each dog pile she picked up in the yard. $2.50 later and Zoe’s wondering when she might start a business offering her services.

Thanks for sharing with the kids…and with us.