You don't need another program. Teen boys need someone willing to get real with them. This guide gives you a clear, practical way to show up that way.

The Real Talk Small Group Leader Guide gives youth pastors, small group leaders, and mentors everything they need to guide teen guys through honest, life-changing conversations about identity, faith, and what it really means to grow up as a man of God.

Built around the same 12 chapters as the student book, this guide takes the content deeper. It equips leaders to facilitate meaningful group discussion, ask the questions that actually get guys talking, and create the kind of safe space where real growth happens.

Whether you're leading a weekly youth group, a small discipleship circle, or one-on-one mentoring sessions, the Real Talk Leader Guide meets you where you are and gives you a clear, practical path forward.

Inside you'll find:

• Chapter-by-chapter discussion frameworks
• Questions designed to open honest conversation with teen guys
• Scripture and truth anchors for each session
• Practical mentoring tools
• Guidance for leaders who want to go beyond surface-level teaching and actually reach the hearts of the young men in their care

You don't have to be a perfect leader. You just have to be willing to show up, be real, and point them toward the One who made them on purpose, for a purpose.

The Real Talk Leader Guide is part of The Real Talk Series for Guys by Dr. Scott Fuller. Designed to be used alongside the student book, workbook, and parent guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to buy Student Books separately for each person in my group?
Yes. The Leader Guide is for you. Each student in your group will need their own Student Book. The Workbook is optional but adds depth for guys who want to process between sessions.

How many sessions does this cover?
Twelve sessions, one per chapter of the Student Book. Most groups run 45–60 minutes per session. You can adapt the pace: run it as a twelve-week series, a weekend intensive, or pick individual sessions on specific topics your group needs.

Do I need theological training to lead this?
No. The Leader Guide is written to be accessible for any youth leader, paid staff or volunteer. You need to know your guys and be willing to sit in the hard questions with them. The guide handles the structure.

What if a student brings up something heavy?
The Leader Guide includes notes on how to handle it when a conversation goes deeper than expected: how to respond well, when to loop in a parent or counselor, and how to keep the group safe. You don't have to have all the answers.

Can I use individual sessions without doing the whole series?
Yes. Each session is designed to work as part of the series, but the topics are distinct enough that you can pull a single session on identity, emotions, or faith and use it standalone if that's what your group needs.