Mentoring

Program Description:

Research shows that during uncertain times, a human connection is the best way to navigate through the challenges of life. Thus, the best advice for organizations strategizing to excel in today’s economy is to look internally for their most valued resources, mentors, who can create the kind of environment needed to help people thrive and grow. In  addition, mentoring becomes the means for valuable information to be passed on and shared with the rising leaders of tomorrow. In this program we will explore how to cultivate a mentoring environment, develop the skills needed to effectively mentor others, and emphasize the benefits to contributing to the growth of both individuals and the organization.

Learning objectives:

• Provide a common understanding of the mentoring concept
• Identify skills of effective mentoring
• Learn the role of a mentor and a mentee
• Identify expectations of people to fulfill such roles
• Discuss how to address difficult situations
• Practice key skills to developing a strong mentoring relationship : listening and questioning
• Introduce the concept of “reverse mentoring”, or, as we call it, “reinventoring”
• Learn how to develop long-lasting, trusting relationships

Program length: 4 hour and 8 hour sessions

Competencies:

Communication
Developing Others
Relationship Building