*Recommended by Dr. Ben Carson From television, internet, and social media, today's students are being bombarded with many and confusing messages. Without the proper foundation, our students can be influenced to make the wrong decisions that will affect them for the rest of their lives. This book is intended to provide a foundation to our young men and women. With candid discussion and illustrations, our young men and women will have the opportunity to understand and apply valuable lessons that will serve as a foundation for life. The fundamental principles discussed in this book are: - Commanding Respect - Earning Trust - Sacrificing for Others - Work Ethic Second to None Whether it is in the classroom, on the athletic field, in the community or your family, these principles will provide a path to success. Martinez provides valuable step-by-step lessons that can be applied in every aspect of life. When correctly applied, these lessons will be instrumental in developing a community of leaders for years to come. Endorsed by Dr. Ben Carson: "Building Blocks of Leadership for Young Adults by Buck Martinez provides easy to understand and well tested ideas of how to develop confident and successful young adults who can have a very positive effect as leaders in their communities and throughout the world." Benjamin S Carson Sr MD Emeritus Professor of Neurosurgery, Oncology, Plastic Surgery and Pediatrics Johns Hopkins Medicine President and CEO American Business Collaborative, LLC