Mentoring in Action

Course overview

Ever heard of the 'who, what, when, where & why' concept? Ever wondered why 'who' is first in the mix? People Matter! Mentoring explores the concept of individual, channels inspiration, energy and content, which in turn, influences the transition of benefit from mentor to mentee. The investment creates 'the best version of self'. It has existed as an informal learning method for many centuries, in work set-ups and beyond, with an experienced senior often taking on the mantle of guiding a newcomer. The focus on structured mentoring is a more recent development, as organizations explore the creation of effective frameworks that maximize the benefits of concept of individual interaction. As organizations scale and become more diverse, inclusive and geographically dispersed, it is important to have a structure for mentoring that allows for channels of connection across the 'great divide'. An important part of structuring mentoring is providing accessibility to ALL! In such a mentoring 'marketplace', a team is normally formed with consideration of mutual interests and alignment, as this creates a more transparent process