I have provided instruction to a lot of perspective mentors over the years. I have worked with countless people in a mentoring arrangement/mentoring relationship. My reflective process has provided me with the opportunity to learn from each mentoring session and to be able to share that knowledge with others either in a one on one situation or via … [Read more...]

          I am called on to respond to questions regarding leadership and mentoring on the Quora website. I wanted to share those questions and responses with you on a regular basis. Here is the third installment: Q: How do you provide effective mentorship? A: Good question. For me it is all about building a trusting relationship with the person I am … [Read more...]

          I am called on to respond to questions regarding leadership and mentoring on the Quora website. I wanted to share those questions and responses with you on a regular basis. Here is the second installment: Q: Has anyone succeeded in life without any mentor? A: That would obviously depend on your definition of success. If you have a mentor … [Read more...]

    I read an article today that I could not leave unanswered. I have attached the link to the article below and would encourage you to read the article. I would welcome any comments that you may have. I challenge the concept (myth) that mentoring evokes the image of the older person mentoring a younger person. It’s this concept that is at the heart of this article and how it … [Read more...]