About me
Elizabeth Bennett helps parents navigate the world of teenager. Some call her the Teen Genie ~ who’s unlocked the secret of how to confidently connect with teenagers, gleaned from her 35-year career in schools as an educator, administrator, coach and Principal.
Elizabeth offers a unique blend of leadership, vision and practical skills and strategies. She is an award-winning (retired) school principal who has a relentless passion for empowering people to take on their lives with joy and love. She is dedicated to sharing her desire for people to create positive and connected relationships through the use of Courageous Conversations, in order to reduce the incidence of bullying, mental health concerns and suicide, particularly focusing on youth.
She has shared the stage with many distinguished speakers including Dr. Michael Gurian, Sharon Lechter, Mark Victor Hansen and Les Brown, her coach and mentor. She has recently spoken at Columbia University, Harvard and UCLA. Elizabeth has been a contributing author to 8 Best-Selling Books.
Her new book, Courageous Conversations: A Guide for Parents to Understand and Connect with their Teens, gives parents easy-to-implement strategies to create a powerful and loving relationship with their teen, without lectures, shame or guilt.