What is Service Before Self Leadership?

SBSL is an educational solutions provider, founded in the fall of 2011 by Mr. SJ Barakony.  

How do we approach our work?  

SBSL designs & implements customized educational solutions:  For families & individuals?   As a 1:1 mentor , or as the family's educational adviser (FAS/family advisory service) 

For workplaces (all types/kinds)?  As a group facilitator ( 4 unique programs ), an educational consultant, or a 1:1 mentor for the self employed/sole proprietor.

Why do we exist?   

Generally stated, our overarching mission is to fill in the gaps ( aka, 15 root issues ) which exist in the traditional model of educating our citizenry.  To put into context : 

  • The K-12 model, with many of its features still in use by public, many charters, private, faith based, and even home schooling families, is 160+ years old; its early roots were planted in the NE (Massachusetts) about a decade before the Civil War. ​
  • The collegiate/undergrad/university track is 70+ years old, coming into its own just after WWII wrapped with a big boost from the GI Bill, and began its spread far and wide thereafter.

Whom do we work with ( target markets : B2B , B2C, etc ) ?

We primarily focus on working w/ families, individuals (students, the self employed), faith based institutions, & small \ mid sized business workplaces.

We heartily welcome any & all opportunities to collaborate with other educational innovators, visionaries, and early adopters, too!
Most Frequently ASKED Q
A:  https://vimeo.com/244492525
ANOTHER BIG Q
A: https://vimeo.com/256332091
AVAILABLE OPTIONS  BESIDES CONVENTIONAL COLLEGE/UNIV?
A: https://vimeo.com/258449607
HOW MANY K-12 OPTIONS EXIST BESIDES the DEFAULT?
A: https://vimeo.com/256332716
Who is SJ Barakony?

SJ is the founder of SBSL , futurist, & a creative educational disrupter.

He strongly believes in being an advocate for the 80-90% of American citizens between the ages of 5 and 50 who have, are, or will (w/o active intervention) experience average, mediocre, or less results from the conventional educational tracks.

He is 44 years old, lives in Ohio, and has been an edu-preneur in the education field for 5+ yrs, with 2+ years of life coaching experience prior to shifting professional gears.

He is presently ( or was ) involved in the following mentor-ship and/or advising programs & organizations:


He previously served as a National Advisory / Steering Committee member - click here to learn more about this past role.

His favorite pastimes/hobbies are traveling; reading ( 250+ paper & audio books in the past 9+ years ); listening & watching inspirational content ( DVD, mp3, audio, webinar, video );  connecting people who may not otherwise have met in the course of time; and being a chief encouragement officer (C.E.O.) for his professional network.

He describes himself as part advocate, part historian, & part futurist. All contribute to his branding as a 'solutions provider' in the educational space/industry.
What are SBSL's Core Missions?

  1. Serve 1st Always
  2. Educate the uninformed
  3. Promote Freedom
  4. Spread Prosperity
What is SBSL's Business Model?

Five Pillars ( areas of specialty ) :

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Customized Solutions can take many forms .... 

  • Consulting - SBSL offers our customers a unique opportunity to partner with us, and upwards of 10 or more other businesses with whom we have working arrangements with.  Once SBSL ID's your need, we design a customized solution that is just that - there's likely no other business in the country that can do the exact same thing!

  • Mentorship - Work with SBSL ( please see below for $ #'s ) to set up time for the Founder to partner with your company/business,  or your own self (individual) on a one to one basis.
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  • Family Advisory Service - Work with SBSL ( please see below for $ #'s ) to set up time for the Founder to ensure that your family is 100% aware of each & every educational option that exists in your home state or province. The innovations are coming fast & quick, and the vast majority of citizens don't seem to have the time to research them all to come to the most wise decision for their, their kids, or their grand-kids' future.  SBSL is here to fill that need.
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  • Group Facilitation - SBSL offers four specific programs that map well onto most any business workplace.  (​​ one, the creation of a mastermind, is an SBSL specialty. The founder (SJ) has several years of experience being the co-organizer/lead facilitator of a weekly Mastermind, has been a participating member of two additional ones, plus has previous experience with youth in a classroom setting ( e.g., AWANA, YEA, Teen Entrepreneurial Camp ) 
How much will this cost?
( in other words: How much should I expect to invest in an SBSL customized solution? )

Time = Gold & Money = Silver 
[ Serving the masses to earn the privilege to live with the classes. ]

Since time is everyone's most valuable currency in the current Conceptual Age, SBSL offers highly competitive rates in the free enterprise marketplace of ideas. 

Retainer :   Sign a very short agreement with SBSL's Founder. 

SBSL utilizes a "4x3" model : 

Four (4) possible levels of investment
( starting at $250 ) and ... Three (3) terms ( quarterly, 6 mos., or 1/one year in duration )

Payment is accepted via CC , Debit/check cards, & all other forms of standard payment, inc.  money orders & cash.

In short, SBSL always offers a Win:Win for whom we serve: Simple as that. 
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