Last issue, I introduced you to Steve Mariotti, a new math teacher charged with bringing a class of unruly inner-city youth up to passing standards for their math exams. An overwhelming problem, and yet Steve decided to aim much higher: he knew that unless these could make a fundamental change in their lives and their outlook, he would not be able to make a difference.

The answer was found in entrepreneurship. By teaching high-school students the methods and rewards of starting and owning their own businesses, Steve Mariotti set out to accomplish far more than he would have if he had only focused on math proficiency scores. Continue reading ...

Keith F. Luscher is author of the books Don't Wait Until You Graduate and Prospect & Flourish. He is also a Marketing Representative with Principal Financial Group. Prior to joining Principal, he served professionals in the insurance and financial services industries as a management consultant. In that role, he advised producers on issues related to marketing and prospecting, and developed groundbreaking educational curriculum. Luscher is also a nationally known author, speaker, and expert in media, interpersonal communication and marketing.