LeadDev London 2022 John Apostol

Developing leadership skills through mentorship: A two-way street of growth and learning where mentors and mentees work together to overcome inadequacy and achieve success.

Key takeaways

Mentorship is a selfless act that provides growth and development for both the mentor and mentee.
Selfish mentors focus on their own growth and development, while selfless mentors focus on the growth and development of their mentees.
Mentoring is not a passive activity, but an active process that requires effort and dedication from both parties.
Effective mentorship requires a well-defined agenda, clear communication, and a willingness to learn and grow.
Mentorship can help overcome feelings of inadequacy and imposter syndrome, and can provide a sense of safety and security.
The mentee must initiate the mentoring relationship and take an active role in the process.
The mentor must be willing to listen, provide feedback, and offer guidance and support.
Mentorship can help develop soft skills such as communication, collaboration, and leadership.
The goal of mentorship is to create a culture of growth and development, where individuals are encouraged to learn and grow.
The author’s mentorship style is active and selfless, and has helped him to grow and develop as a professional.
The author believes that mentoring is a key component of leadership development, and that effective leaders must be able to mentor and develop their team members.
The author’s experience as a mentor has helped him to develop his own skills and knowledge, and has provided him with a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
Mentorship can be a powerful tool for personal and professional growth, and can help individuals to achieve their goals and aspirations.
The author’s mentorship style is biased towards asking questions and seeking feedback, rather than providing answers and solutions.
The author believes that mentorship is a two-way street, and that both parties must be willing to learn and grow.
The author’s experience as a mentee has helped him to develop his own skills and knowledge, and has provided him with a sense of confidence and self-efficacy.
The author’s mentorship style is flexible and adaptable, and is able to adjust to the needs and goals of the individual being mentored.
The author believes that mentorship is a key component of leadership development, and that effective leaders must be able to mentor and develop their team members.
The author’s mentorship style is based on the principles of active learning and feedback, and is designed to help individuals to grow and develop in a collaborative and supportive environment.
The author’s experience as a mentor has helped him to develop his own skills and knowledge, and has provided him with a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
The author’s mentorship style is biased towards seeking feedback and guidance from others, rather than relying solely on his own expertise and experience.

LeadDev London 2022 John Apostol

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