When you think of traditional mentoring, you picture an older, more senior executive who provides advice and guidance to younger employees. Mentors, sponsors and coaches help workers improve their skills, fast-track their careers and avoid common pitfalls. By providing guidance, support, feedback and opportunities for skill-building, these programs help workers achieve their goals and succeed in their careers.
One seeks a mentor to gain insider industry knowledge and advice from a well-established executive who has been through the workplace trenches. They know the unwritten rules of the game and can share how to avoid making the same mistakes they made in their careers. A mentor will offer guidance, advice, constructive feedback and hand-holding.
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