As companies look for professional development opportunities for staff, an internal mentor program can yield fantastic results. This turn-key mentor program is a proven winner.
My mentor provided positive insight, encouraged me to do well and helped me understand the business better."
-- Zach Y., Protégé
Benefits for Protégés:
- More focus on career development within organization
- Encouragement
- Broader view of the organization – the macro view
- Increased network of internal contacts
- Better understanding of business
I enhanced my interpersonal skills, patience and attentive listening. I strongly believed this has enhanced my management skills with my direct reports.”
–Shaun P., Mentor
Benefits for Mentors:
- Increased listening skills
- Increased confidence
- Opportunity to learn & practice coaching skills
- More empathy
- Enhanced management and leadership skills
Components:
- 6-hour training for both mentors and protégés
- Monthly e-mail check-ins with mentors
- Monthly progress report to company contact
- Two group conference calls for mentors
- Electronic evaluation from both mentor and protégé groups for final report