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How to succeed as a business mentor and mentee
Jane Miller of JaneKnows.com and Rachael Shayne of FocusedBrands discuss modern-day mentoring—what works, what doesn’t and how it has changed to be more collaborative and peer focused.
New Hope Network staff
February 16, 2018
1 Min Read
“Mentoring time can be given in small moments. Those little nudges do make a difference. It’s not this giant momentous mentoring occasion. It’s just these nice little nudges along the way.”
—Rachael Shayne, FocusedBrands
Part 1: Mentorship and networking
Highlights:
Establish a network when fundraising and have multiple mentors.
Find relationships that are bilateral and beneficial for both parties.
Honesty and constructive criticism is important in mentor relationships.
The impact of the "Five-minute Favor."
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Part 2: Role-play mentor skits
Highlights:
Prioritize the issues you’re having for your mentor.
How to initiate the connection with a potential mentor.
Being prepared for your mentor helps him or her offer advice that is appropriate to their abilities.
Be confident without sounding arrogant.
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Part 3: How mentoring has evolved
Highlights:
Mentoring does not have to be a big commitment.
Hierarchy is out. Treating people as equals is in.
Time is precious; be prepared.
This session—Don't Go Alone: The Value Mentorship and Finding Your People—was recorded at Natural Products Expo East 2017. Click "download" to access the presentation slides.
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