A short presentation of mentoring

1. Mentoring
Presentation
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2. From the perspective of the participants
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Mentoring is a learning
partnership between two
people with different levels
of experience, where both
can achieve new learning,
new insights and personal
growth.
Mentoring creates synergy
between two people.
Focus on mentee and on mentor!
The Mentor+Guide, Chapter 1

3. From the perspective of the organization
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Mentoring is a strategic
development activity that
supports the organization's
vision, goals and values and
the participant's own
development needs and
wishes.
Mentoring develops the organization through the
mentor/mentee collaboration!
The Mentor+Guide, Chapter 1

4. The experiential learning process
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 ”Learning is the process where experience is transformed into new
understanding.” – and new actions!
David Kolb
Concrete
experience
Active
experimentation
Forming abstract
concepts
Observation and
reflection

5. 2 basic mentor tasks
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 Facilitator – makes learning easier
 Mentor helps the mentee go through the learning process easier, faster and better than
if mentee were going through the learning process on their own.
 Role model – demonstrates personal and professional
skills and values.
 Mentor’s assumptions, values, skills, knowledge and experience influences mentee’s
understanding of the situation and mentee’s decision making process.
…and 10 situational mentor roles
The Mentor+Guide, Chapter 2

6. Mentor’s Many Roles - Situational Mentoring
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Storyteller Tells stories for inspiration.
Discussion partner Enters into discussions and challenges mentee.
Advisor Gives expert advice.
Knowledge sharer Shares professional knowledge when needed.
Coach Asks questions that leads to new insights.
Critic Gives constructive feedback.
Networker Supports mentee in developing and using
networking.
Door opener Opens doors and gives references.
Sponsor Guides mentee in relation to his/her career.
Friend Encourages and supports mentee.
The Mentor+Guide, Chapter 2