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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jermaine Eluemunor Previews Evan Neal's Position Change
Jermaine Eluemunor Previews Evan Neal's Position Change originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Giants signed Jermaine Eluemunor to replace right tackle Evan Neal in 2024. He did so successfully, but in the process, he became a leader in the Giants locker room. Further, he became a mentor to Neal. Advertisement Now, Neal is embarking on a new journey. Pushed out of a starting job, Neal is hoping to save his career by moving to guard. Finally healthy, New York has granted him that opportunity in the offseason. While he isn't necessarily challenging for a starting spot any time soon, his transition seems to be going well. On Wednesday, Eluemunor previewed Neal's position change. 'I think that he's truly bought into it, and it's been cool for me to just watch the tape and just, he's a humongous dude,' Eluemunor told reporters. '… Obviously him going from tackle to guard is a big transition. And I've done it myself a couple times in my career, so to see him buying into it and to see how serious he's taking it is really cool to see. Advertisement 'And I think that he can be a really good player. I was telling him, I was like, if you lock in and you truly buy into this, you can be a really good guard just from seeing how he's done in the spring. I'm excited to see him in the summer and putting pads on.' The writing has been on the wall for the second first-round pick of the Giants' 2022 NFL Draft. But inside, there's reason to believe he could find more success. Rather than facing off against uber-athletic edge rushers and having to operate in space, Neal can rely more on his anchor to win between the tackles. Even so, the speed of the game is a bit different at guard. Perhaps that will allow Neal's aggressiveness to shine. That timing, Eluemunor says, will be paramount. 'I'd say the speed,' Eluemunor said. 'Everything at guard is bang, bang. At tackle, it's more patience and you have to be willing – you have to know when to strike at tackle essentially. At guard, those big guys like Dexter (Lawrence) they are on you within a millisecond and you got to be able to figure out what you need to do and how you can defeat them when you are blocking and ultimately win the block within a matter of seconds because if not, then they're going to be on the quarterback.' Advertisement Neal has been much better in the run game than pass protection as a pro, and kicking inside should emphasize that strength. If he can win with the same skills that made him a top-10 pick, there's room for him to make up ground on a rookie contract that's underwater. He already has Eluemunor's seal of approval. 'The sky is the limit for him, he's a talented kid and I think that he can be a really good player.' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
Wall Street Journal
11 hours ago
- General
- Wall Street Journal
Trust in God, Check the Rest
Andy Kessler's excellent column 'Can You Trust Anybody?' (Inside View, June 9) reminds me of a maxim that an early and important mentor instilled in me: 'In God we trust, everyone else we check.' Ronald Reagan, I'm sure, would approve. Bill Heitz
CTV News
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- CTV News
MEGABike returns to Regina's downtown to raise money for good cause
The MEGABike made its way through Regina's downtown on Wednesday to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters. (Damian Smith / CTV News) A unique way of transportation brought itself to downtown Regina this week to raise money for a good cause. On Wednesday, From 12 p.m. to 7p.m., a 30-seat bicycle called MEGABike made its return to the area with a 2.5 kilometre ride through Regina's downtown core. Organized by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina, MEGABike's services were available to raise funds to help children and youth facing adversities, providing them with reliable mentors in the city. Single tickets were also sold, but some corporations took advantage of this opportunity to create camaraderie. 'We are certainly pretty proud of this as a team building activity for corporate,' said Amy Mohr, the director of development and communications for Big Brothers Big Sisters. 'We also do have some folks that have just raised money, independently from their families and friends and coworkers to jump on the bike, so every dollar makes a big difference. We're very grateful to everybody for coming out today,' she added. As of Wednesday before the fundraiser, 49 children were waiting for mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters. An estimate of $25,000 was raised throughout the day.
Forbes
16 hours ago
- Business
- Forbes
Stop Waiting For The Right Mentor - Start Building The Right Network
Mentorship can be one of the most powerful forces in shaping a leader's path, but it often happens quietly, behind the scenes. An encouraging word from a coach. A timely introduction from a colleague. A moment of belief from someone who sees your potential before you can. These moments, though small, often shape lives. And for Lisa Fain, CEO of the Center for Mentoring Excellence and a longtime advocate for inclusive, intentional leadership, those moments form the building blocks of a much bigger idea: mentoring is not just one relationship, it's a network. 'The biggest myth is that we need one mentor—someone older, more senior, and just like us,' Fain says. 'In truth, the most impactful leaders build developmental constellations—diverse, intentional networks of support, feedback, and challenge.' Fain says, "The most impactful leaders build developmental constellations—diverse, intentional ... More networks of support, feedback, and challenge." That shift in thinking is more than semantic. It's a strategy for navigating modern work and life—especially for leaders looking to align personal wellbeing (ME), team development (WE), and broader impact (WORLD). Let's explore what it means to lead in 3D through the lens of modern mentorship. When Fain left the structure of corporate life to become an entrepreneur, she quickly felt the jolt of independence. 'I realized how much support I'd taken for granted,' she shares. 'It was lonely—and I wasn't prepared for that.' Instead of retreating or pushing through solo, Fain made a different choice. She built a networked system of support. A business coach helped her develop systems and processes. A mastermind group of fellow women entrepreneurs provided feedback, perspective, and accountability. Learning communities like Heroic Public Speaking became spaces for growth, creativity, and courage. This intentional network not only helped her build her business—it helped her be well. As Who Believed in You?, the bestselling book by Dina Powell McCormick and Senator Dave McCormick, reminds us, the right mentors don't just help us get ahead—they help us stay grounded, see ourselves clearly, and move forward when we're uncertain. The right mentors don't just help us get ahead—they help us stay grounded, see ourselves clearly, ... More and move forward when we're uncertain. 'What we realized in talking to so many leaders,' Powell McCormick told TIME, 'is that it was the unsung heroes that changed their lives… people who helped them shape their life, deal with challenges, deal with failures.' That kind of support, Fain adds, isn't something you wait around for. It's something you build. Traditional mentorship models are often built on hierarchy: one experienced leader guides one junior team member. But that model, while valuable, is incomplete. 'In today's workplace, peers can mentor each other. Junior staff can mentor senior leaders. Great managers act like coaches,' Fain explains. 'We need to stop thinking vertically and start thinking relationally.' This shift reflects the growing understanding that mentorship isn't an obligation to be met in a monthly meeting or quarterly outing. It's a behavior. It can happen in hallway conversations, Slack channels, feedback sessions, or walking meetings. And when everyone is empowered to mentor and be mentored, teams thrive. The case for this kind of distributed mentorship is not just personal—it's systemic. The U.S. Surgeon General's recent advisory called out loneliness and isolation as public health crises, with workplaces cited as a key place for rebuilding connection. A recent Forbes piece echoed the idea that mentorship is not just good for retention or skill-building—it's essential for wellbeing. As Powell McCormick shared in her own experience leading mentoring initiatives, 'It can be very lonely starting a business… to just have someone say, 'You got this,' is probably the most invaluable piece.' Powell McCormick explains, "To have someone say, 'You got this,' is probably the most invaluable ... More piece.' Beyond personal fulfillment or team cohesion, mentorship can shape entire systems. It's a lever for equity, access, and legacy. Fain's work increasingly focuses on how organizations can enable inclusive developmental networks, so that everyone, not just the well-connected or well-known, has access to guidance and growth. That work aligns with the call to action at the heart of Who Believed in You?: transform mentorship from transactional to transformational. 'It's not just about getting a promotion,' Senator McCormick explains. 'It's about becoming your best self, living with purpose, and creating values-based leadership that shapes communities.' Those values—mutual trust, shared commitment, tough love, and belief in one another—are the foundation of transformative mentorship. And they're urgently needed in a world where people, especially young professionals, crave deeper connection and meaning. Powell McCormick adds: 'For me, the greatest legacy isn't my résumé. It's the people I've mentored—did they grow? Did they find their purpose? Did I stay connected? Did I cheer them on?' That's not just inspiration. That's a roadmap. In Fain's work with leaders across industries, the biggest pitfall she sees is tilting too far in one direction: focusing on impact (WORLD) while neglecting personal wellness (ME) and real relationships (WE). The consequences: loneliness. Burnout. Stalled potential. As Bowling Alone author Robert Putnam and scholars like Kathy Kram have long argued, relational capital is not a soft benefit—it's a hard necessity. We grow by growing with others. 1. Map Your Network Who do you turn to for support, feedback, inspiration, and challenge? Where are the gaps? Who's missing? 2. Ask Lisa's Favorite Question Who do you need now in your developmental network? Think about your goals, struggles, and dreams. What kind of person could help unlock the next step? 3. Take a Brave Step Reach out to someone you admire. Join a mastermind. Offer to mentor someone else. The network you need won't build itself—but you can. If you're waiting for 'the one' mentor to appear, Lisa Fain has a loving reality check: stop waiting. 'You have agency,' she says. 'The biggest growth, the biggest fulfillment, and the biggest impact comes when you build the relationships that build you.' This truth echoes what Senator McCormick shares in Who Believed in You?: 'You don't have to be a famous person to change someone's life… You can have an enormous impact—by simply being someone who believes.' Whether you're reaching out to someone who can support your growth - or turning around to offer belief and insight to someone just starting out - mentorship isn't a side note to leadership. It is leadership. So here's your call to action: Who believed in you? Now… who needs you to believe in them? Who believed in you? Now… who needs you to believe in them?
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Yahoo
Free men's breakfast in Richland County to focus on fatherhood, mentorship
Speakers have been announced for the upcoming Richland County Men's Empowerment Breakfast June 23. The event will feature Obie Stillwell, a former linebacker for The Ohio State University, and Richland County Juvenile Court Judge Steve McKinley, according to the announcement. This free event — sponsored by the Richland County Youth and Family Council in collaboration with Richland County Children Services — is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. June 23 at the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, located at 890 W. Fourth St. Attendees can expect discussions on fatherhood, mentorship and community engagement with a complimentary breakfast. The event aims to provide valuable perspectives and resources to strengthen families and support Richland County youth. Stillwell is the executive director of A Community Reach, a nonprofit based in Mansfield. He has over 15 years of experience in business development and community engagement. Stillwell advocates for mental health, education, workforce development, recreation and affordable housing in Richland County. He is also the founder of Obie's Breakfast Club, which fosters collaboration among community leaders. McKinley was appointed as Richland County Juvenile Court judge in 2019 by Gov. Mike DeWine. Before his appointment, he served as a Domestic Relations and Juvenile Court magistrate for over 20 years. McKinley has worked on various initiatives, including a juvenile court mentoring program and a Special Response Court aimed at preventing delinquency. For more information about the event, individuals can call 419-774-5442. This story was created by Jane Imbody, jimbody@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at This article originally appeared on Mansfield News Journal: Free Richland County event brings men together over breakfast
