Becoming an Inspiring Mentor

Learn how to become a mentor who provides guidance, know-how, and skills development to others in your professional network.

Introduction

• The business case for mentoring

1. Two Roles of a Mentor

• Mentor as career advisor
• Mentor as cheerleader

2. Becoming the Mentor Everyone Wants

• The mentor who is always there
• Helping your mentee overcome self-doubt
• Develop goals and milestones
• Celebrate small wins
• Develop a mentoring team

3. Avoid Being the Frustrating Mentor

• Active mentoring missteps
• Passive mentoring missteps

4. What Is Worrying Your Mentee

• Cognitive load
• Mentoring through differences
• External environment

5. Becoming A Sponsor

• Nominate your mentee
• Sponsorship circle
• Amplify your mentee's work

Conclusion

• Your mentoring journey has just begun