How’s your year going? Off to a good start? Do you have your intentions set for 2023? If not, contact me, and let’s have a “micro-mentoring” session.
The month of January was Mentoring Month. I’ve mentored many people and am introducing a new Mentoring Concept in my practice.
Micro Mentoring
Have you run across a problem that you would like to talk about with a Mentor? One time, 45 minutes? That’s possible with me.
Micro-mentoring Usually occurs within a few hours or days.
Micro-Mentoring vs Traditional Mentoring
Short-term or a single session
Requires a small time commitment
Focused on short-term objectives
Revolving around a specific topic, skill or project
Long-term relationship (three months to a year)
Requires continued time commitment
Focused on long-term objectives
Revolving around personal growth and development
Benefits
Provides exposure to different people
Is suitable for anyone in different career’
The knowledge is transferred in bite-sized segments
Enhances collaboration and performance
Improves engagement and retention
Best Practices
Understand your employees’ needs
Promote micro-mentoring initiatives
Educate people about how to engage in micro-mentoring
Tips for Mentors
Before the session review mentee’s goals and objectives
During the session pay attention to non-verbal cues
Follow up
Tips for Mentees
Evaluate your goals
Be open-minded
Follow up
Micro-mentoring is one of a number of new programs I’m implementing in 2023. We can meet virtually or in person. I hope that I will hear from you.
