Schools Are Failing Kids (Here's The Real Reason)
Talent Unboxed
In this unfiltered episode of Talent Unboxed, Chris sits down with Ben Thomas founder of All Things Business, the Business Awards, and the Education Awards for Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. Ben opens up about starting out on a market stall at 13, building multiple businesses through networking (not tech), and why he believes the current school system isn't preparing kids for the real world.
Whether you're a business owner, parent, educator, or someone figuring out your career path, this episode will challenge how you think about relationships, technology, and what really prepares young people for life.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - 6:58 Introductions
6:58 - 12:03 Ben's Story
12:03 - 15:39 The power of networking
15:39 - 23:42 Why Relationships Still Beat Technology
23:42 - 33:05 Is the Education System Fit for Purpose?
33:05 - 38:52 Why Careers Advice in Schools Is Broken
38:52 - 44:17 Financial Life Skills Should Be on the Curriculum
44:17 - 49:30 Ben's Advice for the Next Generation
49:30 - 50:02 Outros
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🌐 Website : https://www.linkedin.com/company/gogiant/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbmtthomas/
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