Will You Be My Mentor? Uh, No.

Jan 28, 2020 | The Indigo Podcast

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Here’s the episode:

Today’s episode comes from a recommendation from one of our many amazing listeners. So, this one’s for you, Kate!  And the topic we’re addressing today is mentoring.

  • What is mentoring and its types

  • Mentoring programs contrasted with coaching and leadership development

  • Advice for those who seek mentoring

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Links and Other Information

Good resource from OPM https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/training-and-development/career-development/bestpractices-mentoring.pdf 

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Allen, T. D., Eby, L. T., & Lentz, E. (2006). Mentorship behaviors and mentorship quality associated with formal mentoring programs: closing the gap between research and practice. Journal of applied psychology, 91(3), 567. http://ellenensher.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/mentoring-behaviors-and-mentorship-quality.pdf

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