Harvard Business Review tells us What Efficient Mentorship Looks Like...
While being a mentor brings purpose and satisfaction, it can also be draining.
Fortunately, it's possible to do the role justice in a manner that
benefits mentees — growing their confidence and their network — but also
conserves your energy.
Start by outlining your baseline expectations. For
example, explain that the mentee should set the agenda, send the calendar
invite, and arrive promptly to meetings.
Be clear about how much time you have
available for the relationship — you can even establish an annual number of
hours up front.
Also, think about how you structure your meetings. If you're
mentoring multiple people, consider doing a group call or meeting. Not only
will this be more efficient for you, it will also introduce your mentees to
each other, opening the door for peer-to-peer mentorship and networking.
Finally, think about how other professional obligations might double as
mentoring opportunities. Could you invite your mentee to a webinar or a work
event that you plan to attend? This will give you more time with your mentee
and allow them to learn from your interests and networking skills.
Interested to know more?
Read the complete article at:
https://hbr.org/2020/08/what-efficient-mentorship-looks-like?utm_medium=email
