Brandon Copeland's Life Lessons and Values

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Who is Brandon Copeland known as?

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A linebacker for the New York Jets.

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What does Brandon Copeland teach at the University of Pennsylvania?

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He teaches students how to make smart financial decisions.

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What companies do Brandon and his wife run?

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They run two real-estate companies and started Beyond the Basics, Inc., a nonprofit.

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What is Beyond the Basics, Inc.?

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A nonprofit devoted to helping kids.

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What did Brandon's parents expect from him in school?

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They expected excellence, requiring A's and B's to play sports.

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What advice does Brandon give to kids about school?

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Be the best student you can be, and don't let anyone distract you.

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What should you do when juggling a lot of activities?

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Get your work done first before playing.

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How does Brandon suggest defining yourself?

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By thinking about who you want to be, not what you want to be.

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What was Brandon's early lesson about saving?

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His mother taught him to save and budget every dollar.

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How can kids help others according to Brandon?

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By sharing their time, like helping with community projects.