Mentorship Program
“My job is not to be easy on people. My job is to take these great people we have and to push them and make them even better.” – Steve Jobs
What is mentorship?
Mentorship is a protected relationship in which a more knowledgeable or experienced person guides and nurtures the professional development or growth of another, outside the normal manager/subordinate line management. Its focus goes beyond learning specific competencies or tasks and builds a climate of trust so the mentee can feel secure to seek advice on issues impacting their professional success.
Who should be a mentor?
By definition, a mentor is a more experienced or knowledgeable person who guides and nurtures the development of a less experienced person. However, mentors are not necessarily more senior than the people they mentor.
Being a mentor provides you the opportunity to:
- Improve your management skills
- Learn about the perspectives and views of others
- Impart your knowledge and experience to someone who will benefit
Who should be a mentee?
Consider signing up to be a mentee if you're seeking professional development or guidance.