Taking a big-picture approach when it comes to bolstering students' soft skills, the Youth Congress provides plenty of chances—like the annual Youth Congress conference and volunteer opportunities—for students to set themselves apart on college applications and future resumés. As one Youth Congress pupil so perfectly put it, the program enriches students by teaching them "how to control without being controlling," and other leadership tactics that are crucial in today's workforce. With all the fun these TXGU teens are having learning about leadership, it looks like being born a leader is actually pretty...boring.