Mentor Me – The Help Studios

[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1477621121756{padding-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]A Great Mentor will make a BIG DIFFERENCE

I have been fortunate to be on the receiving end of a great mentor and to have served in that capacity for a number of now very successful professionals. The long-term impact of mentoring can be life and career changing.
In my own situation, the mentor’s were senior sales Ceo’s of companies who I credited for guiding me in my development as a business leader, a strategist and a more complete business professional.
He did not instruct me, or provide on-the-spot coaching or training. Instead, he challenged me; he encouraged me to think through issues and approaches with his painfully difficult to answer questions, and he served as a source of wisdom when I needed it the most. While our relationship as mentor and mentee (sometimes identified as: mentoree) ended after I changed companies, his impact carries through in my work today.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_toggle title=”Mentoring and Coaching: Similar but Not the Same ” el_id=”1475813384370-b9e8755b-a5bb”]The terms mentoring and coaching are often used interchangeably, and that is misleading. While similar in their support of someone’s development, they are very different disciplines in practice.
Mentoring is a long-term relationship where the focus is on supporting the growth and development of the mentee. The mentor is a source of wisdom, teaching and support, but not someone who observes and advises on specific actions or behavioral changes in daily work.
Coaching is typically a relationship of finite duration where the focus is on strengthening or eliminating specific behaviors in the here and now. Coaches are engaged to help professional’s correct behaviors that detract from their performance or, to strengthen those that support stronger performance around a set of activities.

Both mentoring and coaching are incredibly valuable in providing developmental support, however, one offers high-level guidance for long-term development and the other helps you improve immediately.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Definition: ” el_id=”1475813438478-ca273f1c-f844″]The Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary defines a mentor as “a trusted counselor or guide.” Others expand on that definition by suggesting that a mentor is “someone who is helping you with your career, specific work projects or general life advice out of the goodness of his or her heart.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Why Seek Out a Mentor?” el_id=”1475813474097-9a1dec3e-8376″]As described earlier, I attribute part of my professional growth to the guidance of a patient mentor. He challenged me to think differently and to open my eyes and mind to different perspectives. While each of us develop at our own pace, it is reasonable to believe that this type of influence is positive for all of us.
A mentor is a personal advocate for you, not so much in the public setting, but rather in your life. Many organizations recognize the power of effective mentoring and have established programs to help younger professionals identify and gain support from more experienced professional in this format.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What a Mentor Does for You:” el_id=”1475813499843-296e9140-19fa”]

A mentor takes a long-range view on your growth and development.
A mentor helps you see the destination but does not give you the detailed map to get there.
A mentor offers encouragement and cheerleading, but not “how to” advice.

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A mentor is not a coach as explained above.
A mentor is typically not an advocate of yours in the organizational environment: the relationship is private.
A mentor is not going to tell you how to do things.
A mentor is not there to support you on transactional, short-term problems.
A mentor is not a counselor.

[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Eight Ideas to Help You Succeed With a Mentor:” el_id=”1475813602543-13f732df-5c90″]Understanding the role of the mentor is a critical starting point for success in this relationship. Additional requirements include:

Investing your time in seeking out the mentor.
Sharing your goals and fears openly.
Not expecting the mentor to solve your short-term problems or do the work for you.
Not expecting specific advice.
Sharing where you are struggling or failing.
Listening carefully and then researching and applying the mentor’s guidance.
Showing that you value the mentor’s support.
Not abusing the relationship by expecting political support in the organization.

[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”The Bottom Line:” el_id=”1475813625160-401818c5-5bc3″]A mentor can be a difference maker in your career and life. It is important to come to the relationship with open eyes on the role and to have proper expectations. And remember, the impact of a mentor’s guidance and wisdom now may not be felt for years to come. However, it will be felt.[/vc_toggle][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Mentoring Fees:

Marketplace | Ministry | Marriage

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Local Mentoring Fee:

$200 1Hr

$400 2.5 Hrs

$500 Speaking Event

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Out of Town Mentoring Fee:

$300 1Hr

$500 2.5 Hrs

$1000 Speaking Event

+ Hotel, Meals, Airline Ticket

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