The Mentoring Process

Many organizations fully realize that their success is directly linked to an organizational culture that values personal growth, supports such growth by proactive staff development and rewards those in the organization who meet personal and organizational growth objectives. However, it is abundantly clear that, in any organization, personal development cannot simply be imposed from above; the individual has to be sufficiently self-motivated to want to improve and must be willing to be open to input, suggestions, feedback and skill development in order to move forward. Mentoring can provide valuable support for individuals engaged in both formal and informal staff development activities, whether they are mentors or protégés.

Program Goal
The goal of "The Mentoring Process" is to provide each participant with the concepts and skills needed to effectively participate in the mentoring process, either as a mentor or protégé.

Program Objectives
After attendance in this program, participants will be better able to:

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of a mentor and a protégé.
• Identify the steps of an effective mentoring process.
• Establish a healthy, working mentor/protégé relationship.
• Apply appropriate development activities.