The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 20, 2021

Mentoring is widely lauded for the benefits it can provide to mentees, but new research from Concordia University reminds us that it also brings significant benefits to mentors too. The authors highlight that whereas the traditional view of mentoring has meant that most attention has been given to the mentee rather than the mentor.

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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. Tangible achievements in driving revenue, improving efficiency, or innovating processes are critical.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 1, 2021

Mentoring is increasingly common in various walks of life, but success rates vary. Recent research from the University of Wisconsin–Madison highlights how important it is for mentoring relationships to be culturally aware to ensure that underrepresented groups get the most out of the mentoring process. Differing beliefs.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For instance, a study from KU Leuven University and the European Central Bank found that large companies do understandably innovate more often and more successfully than SMEs. In relative terms, this may be a small number, but when set against the 20 million or so SMEs operating across Europe, it’s a vast number of innovative firms.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 27, 2021

A recent study from Concordia University revealed that mentoring often helps the mentor as much as the mentee. This is largely due to the leadership skills the mentors gain through the activity. The authors suggest that the more mentors actually provided mentoring support, the more they saw themselves as leaders.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Mentoring is increasingly seen as valuable for the career progression of people, but getting the right mentor-mentee relationship is not always easy. The study highlights the value of good mentoring, with a high quality relationship linked to the scientific impact of researchers. ” Mentoring benefits. .

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

They serve as strategic mentors, guiding executives in navigating professional challenges and seizing emerging opportunities. Through thoughtful mentoring and robust feedback, they develop a keen sense of self-awareness in the leaders, encouraging them to explore new perspectives and strategies.

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Innovation Excellence

JANUARY 9, 2020

Mentoring transforms big ideas into high-impact innovations. Having worked with dozens of the Fortune 1000 companies, coached startups, and founded three companies, I can say there’s a universal truth when it comes to innovation: big ideas are just ideas until they deliver real value to the world.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Pushing beyond these boundaries is essential for skill development, innovation, and leadership. Seek Feedback : Regularly ask peers, mentors, and supervisors for feedback. Build a Support Network : Cultivate relationships with colleagues, mentors, and industry peers. Use it as a roadmap for personal and professional development.

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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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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Strengthened Innovation: Diverse teams are more likely to generate innovative solutions. Women contribute unique insights and experiences, fostering a culture of innovation. Provide mentoring, coaching, and leadership development opportunities to prepare women for board positions.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The mentoring relationship entrepreneurs are able to foster is often crucial to the success of their business, and the first engagement with their mentor can often be crucial in establishing the groundwork for the relationship. The researchers explored initial interactions between entrepreneurs and potential mentors.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 24, 2021

Mentoring is crucial for the development of any professional, but especially so for women who are looking to break through the glass ceiling. Alas, research from RMIT University suggests that potential male mentors might be put off by fears surrounding the #MeToo movement. ” Mentoring opportunities. Changing times.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 25, 2020

Mentoring is increasingly something we are seeking in the workplace to help us improve, but choosing the right mentor can often seem as much about luck as judgement. New research from the Rotman School of Management highlights how we often use gut insticnt rather than reasoned criteria about the competence and expertise of the mentor.

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Mills Scofield

DECEMBER 21, 2011

I believe mentoring is a gift for the mentee and the mentor. Throughout my career, I’ve been blessed with incredible mentors who, perhaps unknowingly, taught me how to mentor. Recently, my mentoring has increased. Many of these kids were in my recent Business Model Innovation class. They really listen!

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Lead from Within

APRIL 3, 2024

Ignoring Innovation: CEOs who resist innovation and technological advancements can quickly fall behind their competitors. Embracing change and fostering a culture of innovation is crucial in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. CEOs who champion diversity create more innovative and successful companies.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

By providing leaders with a clear understanding of their strengths, we enable them to leverage these talents to drive innovation, motivate teams, and lean in to achieve sustainable success. Overcoming Leadership Challenges through Coaching and Mentoring Leaders face many challenges that can hinder their ability to drive success.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

As the co-founder of a boutique investment firm with Clayton Christensen, Whitney Johnson came to realize that the frameworks of disruption not only apply to innovation and investing, but to individuals. If you’ve ever wondered how to bridge the diversity gaps in your mentoring relationships, this webinar is for you!

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Marshall Goldsmith

JUNE 19, 2014

The origin of the word mentor goes back to ancient Greece–specifically, to the character of Mentor in Homer’s epic poem “The Odyssey.” Bell will share special blog posts throughout the month of June focusing on tips, techniques and tools for all leaders striving to be better mentors.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2017

The word no ends discussions, stifles creativity, kills innovation, impedes learning, and gates initiative. It means you’re not teaching, mentoring, communicating, or leading. Smart leadership creates an environment where yes is not viewed as a weakness, but as an opportunity. No is not all it’s cracked-up to be.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 13, 2015

Guest post by Nigel Dessau: I have never met anyone who was successful in life who did not have at least one mentor. Having good mentors indicates that you have a great network—something every 21st century executive and leader should have. However, finding the right mentor can be a challenge. Do you need a(nother) mentor?

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Mills Scofield

APRIL 29, 2019

Because the key to innovation isn’t processes, stage gates, weird exercises, or competitions. The key to innovation has been and always will be People. I view the commitment to innovate, in the companies I’ve worked for and with, as a spectrum of lobsters - from cooked, to live, to rare blue ones. Blue Lobsters. Not anymore.

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Roundtable Talk

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Roundtable Member, Matt Webster, Director of Marketing for Frito Lay Clean Brands & Innovation Strategy at PepsiCo Foods Canada, shares strategies for setting (and sticking to) career goals. You can also download the PDF to read later. Q: As a leader I help my team set goals and targets and meet them.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 19, 2020

It’s a notion that new research from the Kellogg School of Management shows is also key to successful mentoring. The researchers discovered that the best mentors were able to enable their mentees to think independetly, and also to communicate their unique perspectives effectively. ” Effective mentoring.

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LDRLB

AUGUST 14, 2017

Claire Díaz-Ortiz is an author, speaker, and technology innovator who has been named one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company. Claire was an early employee at Twitter, where she was hired to lead corporate social innovation. How the best mentoring relationships get started. Enjoy This Episode?

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QAspire

JUNE 5, 2013

For thousands of years in India, there prevailed a tradition of “Guru-Shishya” – mentor and protégé in other words. Ability to provide mentoring is a part of almost every manager’s KRA. To be effective and make a lasting difference, managers have to be mentors first and then guardians of tasks. Mentoring is an art.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 27, 2014

Bell is a senior partner with The Chip Bell Group in Dallas, Texas, a renowned keynote speaker, and the author of several best-selling books including "Managers as Mentors." Read more… Author information Chip Bell Chip R. He was a founder and past president of the Charlotte Area ASTD Chapter in the early 1970s.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 24, 2023

Innovative models, digitalization, technologies—these are all important. Mentors are important mostly for lower levels in leading. Becoming teachable and open and being around other great insightful people, including mentors, has helped me tremendously. Mostly it requires that we be more intentional about relationships.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2023

Focusing on listening, purpose, reverse mentoring, feedback, and how people relate to each other in the workplace, Generation Why provides the essential tools for effectively working with millennials and generation Z and unlocking their full professional potential. Disruption dominates innovation theory and practice.

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Rich Gee Group

AUGUST 25, 2023

Consider enrolling in management training or finding a mentor to help you navigate the new terrain. Seek Feedback: Feel free to ask peers, mentors, or supervisors for feedback. Be a role model for resilience and innovation. She took time to assess her strengths and weaknesses and sought mentor feedback.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

By investing in coaching your board chair, your organization can unlock the full potential of its leadership team, paving the way for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth. The board chair plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of an organization and ensuring its long-term success.

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Mills Scofield

APRIL 29, 2019

Because the key to innovation isn’t processes, stage gates, weird exercises, or competitions. The key to innovation has been and always will be People. I view the commitment to innovate, in the companies I’ve worked for and with, as a spectrum of lobsters - from cooked, to live, to rare blue ones. Blue Lobsters. Not anymore.

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Mills Scofield

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

The best gathering of the year for innovators, status-quo-phobes, and Blue Lobsters (stay tuned!!!). Here's a sneak preview: FOR DEB MILLS-SCOFIELD, MENTORING IS A RESPONSIBILITY AND A JOY. Next is BIF2017 !!!!!!! I'm excited (and a bit nervous) about sharing my story !!!

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

A high premium is placed on collaboration, with the understanding that pooling diverse perspectives encourages innovation and creativity. The best leaders can influence their team’s behavior and work ethics, promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages productivity and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance. Many leaders have risen through the ranks using tried and tested methods, but these approaches may no longer be practical in an environment that thrives on innovation and flexibility.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Embracing adaptability means encouraging innovation and creativity. This network can include mentors, peers, and team members who offer guidance, encouragement, and a fresh perspective. Leaders should actively seek out mentors or advisors who have experienced similar challenges and can provide valuable insights.

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Career Advancement

MAY 10, 2021

You’ll never feel fully ready for a new role or more difficult project; there’s a point where you just need to dive in and learn by doing, supported by the mentors you’ve cultivated. Take risks, stepping outside of your comfort zone and proposing innovative ideas that you feel could benefit the company.

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