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Jan 2024
16m 42s

Tackling Teen Entitlement

MARK GREGSTON
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An entitled, demanding teen can be a nightmare. There are plenty of parents out there who feel this pain, but in today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd provide practical strategies for empowering parents to raise respectful teens. Their discussion emphasizes the significance of teaching financial responsibility and setting early expectations, highlighting the need for proactive parenting in today's world. Tune in now to hear their advice!

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