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How to Be a Great Mentor Without All the Fuss | Aspire-CS

Persuasive Powerhouse

I have had my own share of satisfying as well as frustrating mentor-mentee relationships, and its taught me that the person I am mentoring should be taking responsibility for the logistics of our time together as well as their own growth and learning. Make sure you describe your role clearly in order to avoid misunderstandings.

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The Rewards of Mentoring :: Women on Business

Women on Business

Stimmler , contributing Women on Business writer A few days ago I received an out-of-the-blue email from a former intern at my firm thanking me and my business partner “for being such fantastic mentors.&# Mentoring is a must, though it takes time and energy many women don’t feel they have. What do you think?

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Be an Advocate for Yourself :: Women on Business

Women on Business

Mentoring is defined as career advice and guidance and sponsorship is advocacy. Usually sponsors have more senior positions than mentors, and it is their responsibility to advocate for an individual and pull them up the ranks to a top level position in the company. Communicate your intention to advance your career.

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Secure leadership for an insecure economy

Chartered Management Institute

Welcome to the insecure economy – and a whole new set of management challenges Jaroslav Chudej CMgr FCMI recalls a particularly alarming moment from his 20-plus year career in the hospitality sector. It also shows the degree of power that sits in the hands of untrained managers. I put a stop to that.”

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How to Improve Your Entrepreneurial Skills

Strategy Driven

Being your own boss may sound like a novelty, but it can be a challenging career path. Although aspiring entrepreneurs may have a concrete vision and idea for a potential business, there are vital skills needed to turn that concept into a reality. Find a business mentor. Travel far.

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The Big Picture of Business – Each Role Matters. The Value of Support Staff

Strategy Driven

She was the model for executive assistants and office managers everywhere. Some performers made careers as supporting players. Those vital employees in the business world might include the IT guy, the receptionist, the mailroom manager, the ethics adviser and the secretary to the Board of Directors. Be mentored by others.

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Education? Innovation? Do - Learn - Do - Learn

Mills Scofield

However, a group of teachers, mentors, and friends in my small town of Nixa, Missouri became an incredible support. Their influence was so great that I wanted my career path to follow their footsteps. As those friendships deepened, my mentors counseled and wooed my parents back together.

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