Contact Us: [email protected] out if you would like a copy of our Training and Conference ROI ChecklistKeywords: mentoring, professional development, training, conferences, networking, career growth, mentee responsibilities, value demonstration, supervisor trust, follow-upTakeawaysMentors are crucial for guiding mentees in their professional development.Conferences provide invaluable networking opportunities for career growth.Mentees should take responsibility for identifying their training and conference needs.Mentors can offer unique insights into mentees' career paths.People skills become increasingly important (more than technical skills) as one advances in their career.Mentees should take action to demonstrate the value of their training to their organization.Building trust with supervisors is essential for training approvals.Networking is as important as the skills learned at conferences.Mentees should prepare (and share) their learnings with their teams post-conference.Always follow-up with new contacts — this is vital for maintaining professional relationships.Summary: In this episode, Angela and Bill discuss the significance of mentoring in professional development, particularly in the context of attending conferences and training. They emphasize the importance of networking, identifying training needs, and the responsibilities of mentees in seeking out opportunities for growth. The conversation also highlights the necessity of demonstrating the value of training to supervisors and the role of mentors in guiding their mentees through these processes. The episode concludes with practical advice on follow-up strategies for maintaining professional relationships established at conferences.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the M Conference Experience02:44 The Importance of Mentoring in Professional Development05:28 Identifying Skills and Training Needs07:59 Networking: A Key Component of Conferences10:53 Mentee Responsibilities in Training Selection13:27 Evaluating Training and Conference Value16:07 Demonstrating Value Post-Conference18:54 Building Trust and Relationships21:08 Prioritizing Training Opportunities23:39 Conclusion and Resources

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