The Key to Being a Good Mentor
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Someone changed the course of your life. In reality you changed the course of your life, but someone was a catalyst. Be a mentor; seek mentors.
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Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Someone changed the course of your life. In reality you changed the course of your life, but someone was a catalyst. Be a mentor; seek mentors.
Career Advancement
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
“One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination.” — John C. He said he’d love more mentoring to help him get to the next level in his career. How can I become a better mentor?
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Skip Prichard
JANUARY 30, 2023
Lisa is the CEO of Center for Mentoring Excellence, a global speaker on mentoring, and co-author of The Mentor’s Guide and Bridging Differences for Better Mentoring. Mentees can benefit from a mentor’s perspective on how to prioritize work tasks and which company events are essential. Positive Workplace Culture.
Great Leadership By Dan
AUGUST 8, 2017
We’re not talking “training” here—as in designing training courses and sending staffers off the job. Consider any one or several of these “mentoring moments”: Mentoring Moment #1: Create an “aside” conversation. Mentoring Moment #2: Touch base periodically about their interests for future assignments and career growth.
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.
Next Level Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2014
Over the course of my career, I’ve had the good fortune to have a number of mentors who have helped shape my life and career. I don’t think I ever set out to recruit a particular person as a mentor. The relationships just sort of naturally evolved with the people who ended up being my mentors.
Kevin Eikenberry
JUNE 5, 2013
While you could consider this a coaching buffet, allowing you to pick what you like from the list, I’d rather you consider it a three-course meal – where you sample and benefit from each of the [.]. Change Developing Others Leadership Learning Mentoring Training coaching'
Rich Gee Group
MARCH 30, 2024
Networking with industry leaders, mentors, and peers can open doors and provide critical insights. Seek out a mentor in the C-suite who can offer guidance and support, and potentially advocate on your behalf. Action: Commit to lifelong learning through courses, reading, and staying engaged with thought leaders in your industry.
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.
Lead from Within
MAY 2, 2024
Recognize the Warning Signs: Leadership can veer off course subtly, making it essential to recognize the warning signs early. Actively seeking feedback from peers, mentors, or a trusted executive coach can help you gain valuable insights into your leadership style and its impact.
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.
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.
Leading Blog
APRIL 15, 2024
By learning to recognize these thought patterns and course-correcting accordingly, I’ve spared myself a lot of trouble. The belief that every inch of a potential course of action must be analyzed before you act. Another cognitive distortion is dichotomous thinking (having rigid or “all-or-nothing” views).
Steve Farber
JANUARY 7, 2019
Set audacious goals, and don’t start the mentor relationship until you commit to these six steps. I recently Googled the word “ mentoring ,” and immediately noticed three things. Two, most everyone who writes about mentoring provides a definition of what mentoring is. One, it remains a trendy topic.
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.
The Office Blend Blog
APRIL 30, 2019
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. Have you ever been asked to mentor your boss? He needed to express his own humanity.
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.
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.
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?”
Engaging Leader
APRIL 17, 2014
But learning about leadership from a few decades of everyday experience and mentors? The post 085: A Leadership Course for the Rising Star | with Kevin Allen appeared first on Engaging Leader. The post 085: A Leadership Course for the Rising Star | with Kevin Allen appeared first on Engaging Leader. That’s priceless.
HR Digest
DECEMBER 16, 2023
Image Credit – Pexels Demystifying Employee Mentorship Programs: What Is Mentoring in the Workplace? Mentors can be defined in many ways and have many different angles to their roles depending on the industry they work in. 84 percent also found two-way inspiration from mentorship relationships.
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.
Engaging Leader
APRIL 6, 2014
But learning about leadership from a few decades of everyday experience and mentors? The post Book Review: Case of the Missing Cutlery – A Leadership Course for the Rising Star appeared first on Engaging Leader. Blog Emotional intelligence Team leadership'
Steve Farber
MAY 31, 2017
If you want to learn what it takes to become a great mentor, one place to look is at the great mentors who’ve influenced your success. If you don’t think you have a mentor yet, try looking at others who’ve achieved their goals and see what they learned from their mentors. Mentors Encourage. Mentors Equip.
N2Growth Blog
JANUARY 23, 2024
It’s like having a high-tech mentor who knows your strengths and weaknesses inside and out. Of course, in-person leadership development is still an option, too. Imagine this: AI can pinpoint who on your leadership team has the “X” factor and real leadership potential and help polish and hone their skills.
Roundtable Talk
JANUARY 18, 2021
In the traditional leadership space, typically we send leaders off to a course or to a one-to-one coaching scenario. When people go off on these experiences … Scaling Mentoring from One to Many Read More » The post Scaling Mentoring from One to Many appeared first on The Roundtable.
Strategy Driven
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
Of course, it is important to remember to know that you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Finding a mentor might be one of the most practical decisions you make for the future of your business. A mentor can bring about some positive changes when it comes to your business. Knowledge is Power. A Personal Connection.
Ron Edmondson
JULY 28, 2020
I have had many mentors who have invested deeply in my life. One of my mentors was a godly businessman who agreed to meet with me periodically. So, of course, I could learn from him. One of the more frequent questions I receive is how do I find this kind of mentor? Most mentors will not feel they know how to mentor you.
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.
Rapid BI
AUGUST 12, 2021
The post Training Courses – On or off site? One of the most common questions asked by people new to training is "which is better. on or off site training?". appeared first on RapidBI.
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.
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Of course, this is sort of like asking a baker if bread is worth baking. Sometimes that feedback comes from a mentor or in a formal coaching relationship, and other times it’s family, friends, or co-workers who can shine a light on a path forward if we make them feel safe to do so.
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 17, 2021
To get the best start possible, there are some things you need to do: have an end goal, find a mentor, invest in short courses, research continuously, attend conferences and events, and have patience. Find a Mentor. Find a mentor to help you on your career journey. Invest in Short Courses. Have an End Goal.
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. She has created several popular LinkedIn Learning courses and is president of Good As Gold Training, HR Search, Inc.,
Rich Gee Group
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
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. Attend events, join professional organizations, and stay connected through LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
Joseph Lalonde
JULY 17, 2022
Jackson): Sounds like you need a mentor. Jimbo told Hank that Hank needed a mentor. Yes, a mentor! You need a mentor as well. The best leaders have mentors – Leadership lessons from Paws Of Fury: The Legend Of Hank Click To Tweet. Find a mentor. Jimbo agreed to mentor Hank. Jimbo (Samuel L.
Engaging Leader
MARCH 1, 2021
is an entrepreneurship coach, business and branding mentor, author, and trainer. She developed a digital entrepreneurship MBA program, has taught hundreds of business and marketing courses at a number of universities, and has led workshops for Entrepreneur Magazine’s Insider Platform and other corporations.
Let's Grow Leaders
DECEMBER 12, 2022
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. And, of course, there’s the matter of rebuilding morale. Of course, this is personal. a mentor or a trusted peer).
Lead from Within
APRIL 30, 2024
This can include workshops, courses, or mentoring programs. Empower them to take ownership of their work, make decisions, and contribute meaningfully to the team’s success. Training and Skill Enhancement: Provide opportunities for ongoing training and skill enhancement.
Leading Blog
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
Of course, we talk about developing more leaders, but if we actually made it a priority, we would have more leaders. They position them and mentor them.” Mentoring Leaders: Coach them to the next level. Leaders have a responsibility to mentor others. For mentoring to work, it becomes a two-way street.
Let's Grow Leaders
MARCH 22, 2021
Of course, WHAT you say will instantly influence your credibility and impact. And, of course, REAL apologies are vital in building trust, influence, and connection. 3 Communication Mistakes That Sabotage Your Influence and Impact. When it comes to having better influence at work, words matter. If you screw up, admit it.
Career Advancement
MARCH 8, 2021
Here are a few ways you can do that: Give her the opportunity to mentor others. The other employee doesn’t necessarily need to be less experienced—this is a great opportunity for peer-mentoring, in which two employees mentor each other in skills they want to develop.
Engaging Leader
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
is an entrepreneurship coach, business and branding mentor, author, and trainer. She developed a digital entrepreneurship MBA program, has taught hundreds of business and marketing courses at a number of universities, and has led workshops for Entrepreneur Magazine’s Insider Platform and other corporations. How to fight self-sabotage.
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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