Jay Bhakta Teaches Kids the Skills Schools Don't | EdTech Blueprint Podcast

Jay Bhakta is the Founder of Base Case And Build, a program teaching children and teenagers essential life skills not covered in traditional education - financial literacy, effective leadership, and emotional intelligence.

💡 5 Things You'll Learn in This Episode:

1. How Jay's 20 years in the tax industry revealed patterns in emotional and financial behaviors.
2. Why teaching kids to define what they want is fundamental to success.
3. How the "soft offense" technique helps students navigate difficult life choices.
4. Why constant learning is the #1 trait of the top 1% wealthy.
5. How real-world application through games and stories makes financial literacy fun for kids.

🌟 Key Quote:"We talk about passing generational wealth down to kids, but how do you know they're going to keep it and maintain it and still get the things that they want in life?"

🎉 Presenting Sponsor:

This season is sponsored by the Volta Foundation, the nonprofit dedicated to advancing education and career growth in the battery industry. From workforce development initiatives and hands-on training programs to the Battery Career Fair and expert-led educational content, Volta equips professionals at every stage of their careers with the knowledge and connections to succeed. Learn more at https://volta.foundation.