Title - Understand the differences
Some pointers that I've got are:
1. Differences between counselling, coaching and mentoring
2. Characteristics of good mentoring
On difference between counselling, coaching and mentoring
- Counselling tends to be problem related, although it involves aspects of both mentoring and coaching. It occurs when there is an unhealthy situation that needs to be attended to
- Coaching is about imparting skills and abilities. It is usually contract driven and coaching ceases when the required skill is developed or acquired
- Mentoring also seeks to impart skills and knowledge, but it is far more relational, and is more centered on how to do things rather than what to do
On characteristics of good mentoring
- Mentoring is a process based on the principle of volunteering rather than on obligation or expectation. Mentors are usually sought out for their wisdom and insight rather than pure technical skills
- Mentoring tends to be characterized by proposals rather than instructions and guidelines. A mentor's input is always framed within the context of the mentee's responsibility for choice and action
- Mentoring is not about developing dependence and reliance upon the mentor. It is about training, so that the one being mentored is free to fly
- Mentoring is a privilege. To share in the lives of others and to give observations and suggestions to help them do better or differently is a gift, because people are by nature defensive and proud
- Never give in to anger or frustration. No matter how correct you may be, saying things in the wrong manner is likely to damage the relationship
- Mentoring is about treasuring people. Whatever one says or shares is for the other's best interest, and not so you can look good
- Do not rush the person being mentored into ideas that may be new for him. Give time for reflection before pressing for change. Gentleness is a far more persuasive balm than pressure or manipulation
Yours,
Something Small Thinking Big
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