Listen "Becoming an impactful mentor"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of LeadWell with Jacqui, I'm joined by Amanda Jones, founder and director of Leadership Shapers, for a dynamic conversation about the powerful intersection of mentorship and leadership. Together, we unpack the essential qualities of effective mentors, including emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the courage it takes to navigate meaningful mentoring relationships.
Whether you're a leader looking to expand your influence through mentoring or a mentee seeking growth, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration to help you embrace mentorship as a powerful tool for personal and professional development.
Connect with Amanda:
LinkedIn: Leadership Shapers
Instagram: @leadershipshapers
Website: https://www.leadershipshapers.com.au/
Mentioned in this episode:
Discover your mentoring style - the first 10 listeners to complete the assessment will receive a FREE profile from Leadership Shapers!
Mentoring framework
Tune in to explore how mentorship can transform your leadership journey and empower others to thrive.
00:00 Introduction to mentorship
04:58 The importance of emotional intelligence in mentorship
09:50 Defining mentorship vs leadership
14:55 The role of a mentor
19:52 Understanding the mentor-mentee relationship
24:55 Building a framework for effective mentorship
27:41 The framework for effective mentoring
30:13 Contracting, capability, and connection
32:06 Courage and vulnerability in mentoring
37:26 Defining success in mentoring relationships
40:34 The importance of structured mentoring programs
49:44 Finding the right mentor or mentee
54:51 Leaders as mentors: balancing roles
57:11 The human side of leadership
59:59 Navigating mentorship and leadership roles
57:11 The human side of leadership
59:59 Navigating mentorship and leadership roles
01:01:56 Coaching vs. mentoring: understanding the distinction
01:06:15 Assessing mentorship style and frameworks
01:19:19 The impact of mentorship
Join the conversation:
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Connect with me:
Instagram: @leadwellwithjacqui
LinkedIn: Jacqui Butler
Website: https://www.leadwellco.com.au
If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review to help others discover LeadWell with Jacqui!
Whether you're a leader looking to expand your influence through mentoring or a mentee seeking growth, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration to help you embrace mentorship as a powerful tool for personal and professional development.
Connect with Amanda:
LinkedIn: Leadership Shapers
Instagram: @leadershipshapers
Website: https://www.leadershipshapers.com.au/
Mentioned in this episode:
Discover your mentoring style - the first 10 listeners to complete the assessment will receive a FREE profile from Leadership Shapers!
Mentoring framework
Tune in to explore how mentorship can transform your leadership journey and empower others to thrive.
00:00 Introduction to mentorship
04:58 The importance of emotional intelligence in mentorship
09:50 Defining mentorship vs leadership
14:55 The role of a mentor
19:52 Understanding the mentor-mentee relationship
24:55 Building a framework for effective mentorship
27:41 The framework for effective mentoring
30:13 Contracting, capability, and connection
32:06 Courage and vulnerability in mentoring
37:26 Defining success in mentoring relationships
40:34 The importance of structured mentoring programs
49:44 Finding the right mentor or mentee
54:51 Leaders as mentors: balancing roles
57:11 The human side of leadership
59:59 Navigating mentorship and leadership roles
57:11 The human side of leadership
59:59 Navigating mentorship and leadership roles
01:01:56 Coaching vs. mentoring: understanding the distinction
01:06:15 Assessing mentorship style and frameworks
01:19:19 The impact of mentorship
Join the conversation:
Subscribe to the LeadWell fortnightly newsletter for leadership insights, tools, and inspiration delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe here.
Connect with me:
Instagram: @leadwellwithjacqui
LinkedIn: Jacqui Butler
Website: https://www.leadwellco.com.au
If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review to help others discover LeadWell with Jacqui!
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