MANAGER AS MENTOR

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In many organisations a manager’s role is changing from task-oriented controller to leader, coach and mentor, bringing with it new responsibilities and skills. The mentor needs to be able to provide guidance, support and practical help to develop knowledge and skill.

The course will equip managers with these skills by giving them hands-on experience of rapport building, counselling, performance monitoring and developmental coaching.


   Day 1
  • Introduction and review of objectives and goals
  • Mentor ground rules
  • Core mentoring skills
  • Listening skills
  • Facilitation skills
   Day 2
  • Understanding individual differences
  • Reflecting on your mentoring style
  • Blockages to learning
  • Dealing with difficult people
  • Ideal mentor’s profile
  • Action Plans

During the two day programme, participants will learn the techniques and build the skills that will allow them to:

  • Establish and effective mechanism for sharing knowledge and experience
  • Stimulate and maintain technical vitality among mentors and protégés
  • Encourage, develop and retain promising staff
  • Monitor individual progress

Managers who want to more effectively empower and develop their staff through mentoring.