Make Mentoring Memorable!

Glenn Lim, DTMProfessional Speaker / TrainerTransformational Psychologist

King Odysseus placed Mentor in charge of his son Telemachus, during his absence fighting in the Trojan War.

Mentor guided and taught Telemachus, and offered protection and wise counsel.

Origins of Mentoring

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Mentoring is “a structured and trusting relationship between caring individuals who offer guidance, support,

advice and encouragement aimed at developing the competence and character of the mentee”

(S.G.Weinberger, 2004)

Intentional &

Purposeful

Goal &

Outcome-

oriented

DEFINITION OF MENTORING

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4 CONDITIONS FOR MENTORS

1) Compassion (right motivation & sincerity)

2) Chemistry (match & fit)

3) Commitment (availability & dedication)

4) Confidence (adequacy & experience)

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3 MENTORING ROLES

1) Confidante (creating a safe & trusting relationship)

2) Coach (imparting, guiding, developing, stretching)

3) Cheerleader (encouraging, motivating, empowering)

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Mentoring is a Journey, and Mentors are Journey-Companions

Mentoring Timeline

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3

• Initiate 1st meeting

• Orient to program overview, club

customs, procedures

• Explain expectations, responsibilities

• Share personal journey

• Help with P1 (IceBreaker)

Mentoring Timeline

Duration

Age

nda • Review P1

• Set Goals for project speeches

• Set Goals for skills-learning

• Share TI resources

• Help with & review P2 – P6 (?)

• Invite, orient Div / Dist events (contests etc)

• Review & evaluate goals

• Celebrate & affirm progress

• Challenge member to serve

• Set future goals

Faithful Is he committed to the mentoring relationship?

Available Does his schedule permit mentoring?

Initiated Is he pro-active in initiating meetings etc?

Teachable Is he open & receptive to feedback etc?

Hungry Is he willing / wanting to be mentored?

“MENTORABILITY”

Glenn LimProfessional Speaker / Trainer

Transformational Psycho-Educator