From the course: Being a Good Mentee
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Understanding what you want out of a mentoring relationship
From the course: Being a Good Mentee
Understanding what you want out of a mentoring relationship
- Think back to the last interview or professional event that went really well for you. Tap into that good feeling for a moment. Chances are the reason you performed so well is because you prepared well. Preparation is the key to most successful interactions. And it is especially true for mentoring. In this video, I will help you clarify what you want from a mentoring relationship by applying three techniques. The first step is to develop your self-awareness. One approach to build self awareness is to conduct a 360-degree personal audit. This is my spin on the 360-degree performance appraisal. Often organizations have their managers complete a 360-degree performance appraisal in which they get evaluated from their subordinates, peers, bosses, and customers. This audit is about reflecting on how others see you in terms of strengths and weaknesses. For example, several semesters ago, I received feedback from my students that they wanted me to incorporate more technology into the…
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