MISSION

Russell J. Newell offers mentoring and skill development that empowers people to unlock their true potential and boldly pursue new possibilities.

MENTORING PRINCIPLES

• Believes that every person has God-given purpose and potential. (Jeremiah 29:11)

• Recognizes that people are responsible for making knowledgeable decisions. (Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 3:5-6; 2 Corinthians 5:7)

• Embraces the reality that encouraging interpersonal relationships spurs people to actively pursue a life moving in a positive and desired direction. (Colossians 3:11-17)

• Affirms that providing a safe environment motivates people to listen and learn from God and one another to grow in all aspects of life. (John 14:26; Hebrews 10:24-25)

• Encourages the concept that people need to move from dependency to a mature level of independence. (Colossians 1:28)

• Advocates that accountability and encouragement help move people toward what they have decided to do. (Proverbs 27:17)

TEACHING PRINCIPLES

Transformative instruction will T.H.R.I.V.E. by:

• Teaching Truth

• Teaching Holistically

• Teaching Relevantly

• Teaching Inspirationally

• Teaching Virtuously

• Teaching Enthusiastically

LEARNING PRINCIPLES

Transformative learning is accomplished when:

• A creative and engaging learning environment is provided.

• A learning environment nurtures collaborative discussion and critical thinking.

• An individual practices what is learned by serving other people.