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When was the last time you actually listened to a teenager or college student? It’s almost instinctive to ignore those younger than us because we remember what wewere like at that age—and women can be harsh when we personally reflect. When talking to those younger than you, try to avoid phrases like “When I was your age,” “You’ll understand it someday,” and “How old are you?” If a 16-year-old girl from Florida can become a published author and a 12-year-old can be deemed “the next Steve Jobs,” it’s pretty clear age is just a number. The post Jennifer Sirangelo: How Youth-development Programs Produce Leaders appeared first on On The Dot Woman.