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2x Focus 2 Times Focus Youth Male Mentorship & Coaching Program

08/17/2026

: Leaders in Action! 👑🔥

Leadership isn’t just about being in front—it’s about paying attention, listening, taking action, and knowing how to follow.

At Dream Builders, our scholars put their leadership and listening skills to the test! Each scholar had to create a gesture, dance, or movement, and everyone else had to pay close attention and follow it exactly.

Our special guest, Amando King, led the way with 10 push-ups, and everyone—including all of our facilitators—followed right behind him!

What a great way to get our young scholars engaged while teaching them that great leaders know how to listen, great leaders know how to follow, and great leaders lead by example.

Dream Builders: Building Leaders One Action at a Time! 💪🏾🎯

08/10/2026



Young scholars, remember this: how you feel can show up in how you carry yourself.

Some days we’re happy. Some days we’re sad. Sometimes we’re confused, frustrated, or just having a tough day—and that’s okay. We all have those moments.

But here’s where positive self-talk comes in.

When your head is down, your shoulders are low, and your body language says, “I can’t,” stop and remind yourself:

“I CAN.”
“I AM CAPABLE.”
“I’M GOING TO KEEP TRYING.”
“ONE BAD DAY DOESN’T DEFINE ME.”

Your body language speaks before you ever say a word. So this week, lift your head, stand tall, believe in yourself, and let your actions reflect the person you’re becoming.

At Dream Builders, we’re teaching our young scholars that confidence isn’t about pretending everything is perfect. It’s about learning how to recognize your emotions, reset your mindset, and keep moving forward.

New week. New mindset. New opportunity.

Let’s build, young scholars! 💪🏽🔥

08/06/2026

At Dream Builders Workshop, every activity is intentional.

We don't just teach—we create experiences that keep our young scholars engaged while developing life skills they can carry with them for a lifetime.

This challenge focused on four powerful steps to success:

👣 Focus on what you want.
🤝🏽Ask for help when you need it.
💪🏾 Practice even when it's hard.
🏁 Never give up.

These aren't just steps in an activity—they're principles for life. Every workshop is designed to build confidence, resilience, leadership, and a growth mindset, one step at a time.

We're not just preparing young scholars for today—we're equipping them for their future.

08/03/2026



First and foremost, I give all the glory and honor to God. None of this would be possible without His grace, guidance, and the gift He placed inside of me to serve others.

I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the 2026 Urban Alliance Mentor of the Year Award. This recognition means so much because it represents the lives we continue to impact together.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible Urban Alliance Detroit staff for the amazing work you do every day preparing and investing in our young scholars. Your dedication creates opportunities that truly change lives.

This award is not the finish line—it's motivation to keep going. I will continue to grow, mature, learn, and become even better at using the gift God has given me. The work continues.

To every intern and every mentee I've had the privilege of mentoring: thank you for trusting me to be part of your journey. Our connection doesn't end when the program does—we are a brotherhood for life.

Thank you again to everyone who has supported, encouraged, and believed in this mission. Together, we'll continue building leaders, changing lives, and making a lasting impact.

08/02/2026

One of our young scholars opened up and told me, "The work is getting harder."

I encouraged him first because sometimes that's exactly what our young people need. Then I reminded him that success requires sacrifice. Sometimes we have to put the game down, study a little longer, and get to bed a little earlier so we can stay focused.

I told him, "I know you can do this."

Obstacles will come for all of us, but if we're willing to put in the work, we'll overcome them every time.

💙 Keep building. Keep believing. Never give up.

07/30/2026



One word. One dream. Endless possibilities.

I challenged each of our young scholars to stand up, strike a pose, and share one word describing who they want to become. From leaders to entrepreneurs, athletes to doctors, every word represents a vision for their future.

As facilitators, we joined in too—because we're still growing, still dreaming, and still becoming.

Now it's your turn... 👇🏾 In one word, tell me: What have you become, or what do you still aspire to become?

Let's inspire one another. One word can change a mindset. 💙

07/29/2026

Every shot, every correction, every word of encouragement is an investment in a young person's future. This is bigger than basketball—it's about building leaders, creating confidence, and showing our young scholars that someone believes in them.

The work continues. 💪🏀

07/27/2026



One of our young leaders stood before a room of professionals and peers after being hand-selected to share his journey at the Urban Alliance End-of-Program Celebration.

He spoke about how Urban Alliance Detroit and 2 Times Focus helped shape him into the young man he is becoming—a two-sport athlete, a 4.0 student, a part-time employee at Foot Locker, and a proud member of the 2 Times Focus team.

What moved me most was hearing him talk about mentoring younger boys who remind him of himself. That's what leadership looks like. It's not just about success—it's about reaching back and helping someone else rise.

This is why we do the work.

Young men don't just need opportunities—they need people who believe in them until they believe in themselves.

I'm proud of you Steve Your future is bright, and this is only the beginning.

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