Many of the reasons people struggle to lead, commit, or build something lasting didn't start in their careers. They started decades earlier, when the people around them were focused on keeping them busy rather than helping them grow.

John Lujera has spent over thirty years in youth development as a player, coach, mentor, and father. He joins Sana to explore what's missing in how we raise young people, and why it matters for the future of business.

About the Guest:

John Lujera is a father of four and an entrepreneur who has built businesses with over 150 employees. He founded Faith and Freedom Academy, a nonprofit working to close the mentorship gap for high-potential young people.

Key Takeaways:

The earliest years are the most developmental; that's where good mentorship matters most.
Some of the best youth coaches and teachers are part-time; investing in them changes everything.
One structure doesn't fit every child; some kids thrive with a more flexible, tailored path.
Parents mean well, but constant sideline pressure can drive good coaches away.
A useful question: if you went back to age nine, what would you want your days to look like?

Connect With the Guest:

Website: faithfreedomacademy.org

Instagram / TikTok: Faith Freedom Academy

Episode Chapters: (approx.)

[00:00] What if the leadership gap started in childhood?

[02:00] Welcome John Lujera: thirty years in youth development

[03:20] The spark: a family health scare and a moment to reflect

[05:30] Rethinking the structure: full-time coaches and micro-academies

[09:00] School choice, flexibility, and new ways to educate

[13:00] One size doesn't fit every child, and rewarding great teachers

[20:00] The parent cycle, and a question worth asking yourself

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