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Smile & Succeed for Teens book

Author Kirt Manecke

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Five Tips to Help Your Teen Build Self-Esteem and Get a Job

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Five Tips to Help Your Teen Build Self-Esteem and Get a Job
Help your teen gain confidence and land that great job

Milford, MI — In today's digital world, teens' daily lives involve cell phones and electronic devices, making the development of strong social skills more crucial than ever. The COVID pandemic and other factors contributed to a decline in these skills among teens. Many counselors highlight a significant gap in social skills among teenagers. Notably, Harvard University identifies social skills as the number one factor in getting a job.

Author Kirt Manecke offers the following tips to help improve your teen’s social skills, build self-esteem, and prepare for a job:

1. Help your teen practice greeting others confidently with a warm smile, good eye contact and a friendly “Hello.” They can practice when dining out, shopping, or attending events or family gatherings with you. These interactions prepare them for engaging with customers at work, impressing employers in job interviews, and fostering friendships. Lead by example by modeling this behavior whenever you greet someone in front of your teen.

2. Encourage your teen to disconnect from electronic devices and engage in face-to-face communication. Taking breaks from screens and social media alleviates stress. Social activities enhance social skills, reduce anxiety and foster a sense of connection.

3. Have your teen get a part-time job. Working part-time is a great way for teens to improve social skills, improve self-esteem, develop job skills, build resilience and confidence, and make new friends.

4. Volunteer. Volunteering is an effective way for teens to improve social skills, boost confidence, and expand their social network. Explore opportunities through local churches, Rotary clubs, animal rescue groups, or visit www.volunteermatch.org.

5. Model appropriate behavior to your teen, then let them try it. Let your teen observe you when placing an order over the phone or in person at a restaurant. Use phrases like "Please," "Thank you," and "You're welcome." Have your teens try it the next time. This is a fantastic opportunity for young adults to improve their conversational skills and develop confidence.

Kirt Manecke is the author of the award-winning book and online course, Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skills for Today’s Wired World. Learn more at www.smilethebook.com. Find free resources and tips for teens at www.smilethebook.com/free/.

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Solid Press, LLC
PO Box 145
Milford, MI 48381
248-685-0483
Mobile: 248-880-5361
kirt@smilethebook.com
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About the Author: Summary

Kirt Manecke is an award-winning author, sales, and fundraising specialist with many years of experience surprising and delighting customers. His book Smile: Sell More with Amazing Customer Service-The Essential 60-Minute Crash Course is the winner of 8 awards. His book Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skills for Today’s Wired World is a crash course in face-to-face communication and career skills and the winner of 3 awards. Both books won the Teachers' Choice Award, and Mom's Choice Gold Award. A former owner of an award-winning specialty store, he lives in Milford, Michigan.

Quote from Kirt Manecke

"Social and career skills are critically important for teen success. Social skills are the number one factor in getting a job, according to Harvard University. Smile & Succeed for Teens is a quick, easy read that's perfect for short attention spans and empowers young people be more confident and career ready."

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Video: Presentation at Oak Valley Middle School

Author Kirt Manecke gives presentation in video above to students at Oak Valley Middle School in Milford, MI. He talks about the importance of social skills and providing good customer service at work.

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