#876 Failed at School, Successful at Life: Cam Barber

Education is important - but how it looks differs for every child. The messages around education that we are delivering to our children need to develop their initiative, their character and their thinking skills - especially when it comes to their education. These conversations matter, because education matters to us all. Today's guest is Cam Barber, who started as a public speaking coach, and then broadened out to leadership skills/marketing messages. His clients include Paramount Pictures and Hawthorn Football Club. Topics in this episode: Cam Barber's story, and his bestselling book "What's Your Message". Homework and self-discipline The change from Primary School to Highschool in structure, routine, and overall ease Exchange Student Program, Tertiary/Tafe programs, work experience  Deferring University Twice gifted children Getting an education outside of the educational system  "Vivid" messages - valuable, customisable parenting messages  How to Help when School Sucks - a Happy Families article Listen to more  from our “Failed at School, Successful at Life” series: #875 Failed at School, Successful at Life: Ian Steel #877 Failed at School, Successful at Life: Susan Rogers #878 Failed at School, Successful at Life: Tom O’Brien #879 Why School Matters with Nigel Howard Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.