HR Digest

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Handling a career is overwhelming on its own but pairing it with a career change tips the balance into new, unexplored territories that are downright terrifying. But change is necessary sometimes, whether you’re burnt out by your current career path or you want to pursue a passion that was left unattended for a long time.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 8, 2015

Mentoring, at it’s best, is a magical elixir which shaves years off your learning curve through mistakes unmade. Thank God, I’ve experienced the transformational spirit of amazing mentors. Please God, let my mentoring have made a difference for others. Great mentors are rarely monogamous. This is our future.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

There are many reasons why you may be thinking about a new career. Here’s what to do when you’re considering a career change so that you can give yourself the best chance at finding a rewarding path that will be long-lasting. It’s a good idea to start by updating your resume when you’re considering a career change.

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CO2

MARCH 8, 2017

As leaders work on their own career development, they sometimes lose sight of their need to serve as a mentor and coach for others. If you have experience in a role that someone else would like to learn more about, the benefits of mentoring and coaching are often worth the time investment—for you, the mentee, and the organization.

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CO2

MARCH 8, 2017

As leaders work on their own career development, they sometimes lose sight of their need to serve as a mentor and coach for others. If you have experience in a role that someone else would like to learn more about, the benefits of mentoring and coaching are often worth the time investment—for you, the mentee, and the organization.

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In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 28, 2012

To most of us, mentors are people of experience and knowledge who help the less experienced advance their careers and/or their education. There are plenty of well-known examples throughout the course of history; Aristotle mentored Alexander the Great, Laurence Olivier mentored Anthony Hopkins and Freddy Laker mentored Richard Branson.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Start by setting a clear, specific, and achievable direction for your career. Networking is critical to career success. Consider taking courses, attending workshops, and reading industry-related articles and books. Ask for feedback from your boss, colleagues, and mentors, and be willing to take constructive criticism to heart.

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Career Advancement

MARCH 8, 2021

You need to proactively help him develop a strategy for remaining marketable and valuable, helping him define a viable pathway for his career. Embarking on a new career pathway takes courage, especially if it’s substantially different from what this individual once envisioned for himself. Contact him to learn how to get started today.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

Don co-authored a fantastic book on mentoring with the legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden (aka the wizard of Westwood) titled A Game Plan for Life. Don was mentored by Coach Wooden for more than 12 years. The point is that if you’re interested in being mentored by someone, don’t hesitate to ask. For a Season.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 21, 2013

Home / Leadership / Mentoring 101. Mentoring 101. Telemachus consults Mentor. Jeff Myers in college and he introduced me to the art of mentoring. Many people refer to them as mentors. Think of a mentor as simply someone who is wiser, more knowledgeable, or has more experience than you in a certain area.

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Over the course of my conversation with Carice, we spoke about: What is the Black Tax and how it impacts the productivity and perception of Black and non-Black employees. The advantages of looking for sponsors and not just mentors to help elevate your career.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 12, 2022

My LinkedIn feed and email inbox are filled with news of layoffs and reorganizations causing unexpected career turbulence. There’s the initial shock, the communication, the “I wonder if I’m impacted too” angst, and of course, the really painful decisions involved in selecting who will go. I’ve been there.

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Coaching Tip

OCTOBER 16, 2015

When one considers mentoring, the image of a seasoned corporate sage conversing with a young recruit comes to mind. Although there is a grain of truth in this statement, real mentoring is simply when someone helps another learn something that she would not learn if left alone. Mentoring can occur naturally, informally or formally.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Here are a few tips on moving forward in your career and from your comfortable present perch. Think about what you want your career to look like in the future. Consider the steps you need to take to reach the next level in your career. . Talks to your peers, mentors, and managers about advancement opportunities in your space.

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The Office Blend Blog

APRIL 30, 2019

Early in my career, a VP in my firm pulled me into his office. Appearing “false” or “contrived” was of course a risk. Reverse-mentoring is a beautiful thing. If you have identified a possible gap in your training — seek the mentor who can shed the most light on that gap. What did you do?

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2022

A S A LIFELONG communication skills coach, I was asked recently by one of my colleagues how important individual coaching attention is for a person to learn and grow at any stage of their career. Of course, this is sort of like asking a baker if bread is worth baking. One-on-one coaching (or executive coaching) is tricky territory.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Modern mentorship programs are designed to support both the mentor and the mentee with a high-touch approach. A strong mentor-mentee relationship will help new hires learn from an experienced employee. When you nurture your team members throughout their career, the answers to all three questions will be yes. Can I trust you?

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Thin Difference

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Most everyone I meet likes the idea of having a mentor, especially younger leaders. While most people seem to want a mentor, it’s rare to find someone who actually has one. But it seldom seems to go beyond this stage to a defined mentoring relationship. I like the idea of a mentor, but I haven’t had the “Will you mentor me?”

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Upon graduation, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the business environment will open up many career options and increase your earning potential. In addition to entrepreneurship-specific careers, you may find jobs as research and development specialists, general managers, and sales representatives.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

This guest blog post by Julie Winkle Giulioni celebrates the September 18 launch of her book with Beverly Kaye, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Employees Want. Becoming indispensable today can be a career death sentence. Coach and mentor others. Too important to branch out to do something different.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Yes, you want a productive relationship with your boss, a mentor who will challenge you, and—if you’re really lucky—a genuine sponsor opening doors. And of course, as a human-centered leader, you focus on connecting with and developing your team. Of course, building genuine peer relationships starts with generosity.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 28, 2021

It’s never too late to take a step back in order to map out a path that fulfills your career aspirations. The HR Digest has curated a five-step guide to help you make a career change. . You don’t need to put your happiness on hold to pursue your career goals. A Second Act: How to Change Careers. Get the education.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2023

Generation Why : How Boomers Can Lead and Learn from Millennials and Gen Z by Karl Moore Perhaps more than ever before, young people entering the workforce are searching for meaning and authenticity in their careers. Godin brings us a powerful vision of how we can change the course.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

In Be Where Your Feet Are , this CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils offers his own story of grief and healing, and shares his most valuable lessons in what keeps him present, grounded, and thriving as a father, husband, coach, mentor, and leader. In his career as an executive at IBM, Cisco, and now as CEO of Anaplan, Frank A.

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CO2

MARCH 8, 2017

As leaders work on their own career development, they sometimes lose sight of their need to serve as a mentor and coach for others. If you have experience in a role that someone else would like to learn more about, the benefits of mentoring and coaching are often worth the time investment—for you, the mentee, and the organization.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 4, 2024

So, you want to start with a solid evaluation of what’s hot in your industry skill-wise as it’s how you’ll know which courses, workshops, etc. Then, it’s a good idea to regularly get some feedback from the pros, mentors, or performance reviews so that you can keep refining your skill set.

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Career Advancement

MAY 25, 2021

You need to proactively help him develop a strategy for remaining marketable and valuable, helping him define a viable pathway for his career. Embarking on a new career pathway takes courage, especially if it’s substantially different from what this individual once envisioned for himself. Contact him to learn how to get started today.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Professionals who succeed the most are the products of mentoring. I heartily endorse that find a great mentor. I have had many excellent ones in my long career and have in turn mentored hundreds of others. The mentor is a resource for business trends, societal issues and opportunities. Know where you are going.

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CO2

JANUARY 19, 2024

Hooking up with an executive coach isn’t just a savvy move—it’s your career’s power-up potion, turning ‘just another day at the office’ into ‘look at me now.’ This is the make-or-break moment, the big bang of your coaching universe that charts the course for the whole shebang.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 3, 2021

Afterall, we got this far in our careers by following our instincts, practicing what we learned, and applying appropriate business strategies. Over the course of a career, we gain a myriad of tools and tips on how to lead. Take a pottery course or learn to play an instrument. But are we leading? Truly leading people?

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Career Advancement

JULY 16, 2018

Over lunch, she vented her frustration to her great mentor —and to her surprise, her mentor told her that Carlos had exactly the right attitude. When others witness an optimist achieving seemingly unreachable goals, or staying the course through a difficult time, they’re more likely to act more ambitiously themselves.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 5, 2024

Commit to lifelong learning by regularly reading books, taking courses, attending seminars, and staying updated on industry trends. Seek Feedback: Actively seek feedback from your team, peers, and mentors. Here are 14 personal development goals that every leader should consider setting for themselves.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

” I can also hear the echo of countless bosses and mentors over the years, “You’re not here to be liked.” Of course the best player is the “loveable star” who is both competent and likeable. Career & Learning Energy & Engagement do they like me likable leaders'

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 20, 2015

Can you imagine knowing how your screenplay unfolds would guide your answers to the biggies: Should I follow my passion and shift careers? Who should I seek out as a mentor? He shared a game changing question his mentor asked when he was contemplating taking on a new role. Of course we can’t write the whole story.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The study revolved around detailed interviews with around 40 mid-career ethnic minority employees from across the United Kingdom. There were some stories of more supportive cultures whereby managers would strive to include minorities in the kind of political activities that would often be vital for their role and their careers.

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Career Advancement

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Consider your career goals—where do you want to go next? Of course, they’re smart about which risks are worthwhile, choosing ones they have a good chance of conquering. Become a Mentor. Serving as a mentor to others will highlight both your expertise and your concern for the organization’s success. Embrace Failure.

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Career Advancement

JUNE 15, 2020

Of course, critical thinking brings many other benefits as well, like the ability to consider which performance management system might work best for the organization or to evaluate which potential product might appeal to a given market. When necessary, pair them with another mentor who has a particular type of knowledge.

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