Group Mentoring Sessions facilitate peer-to-peer learning through connections with others in the industry who share common interests and learning objectives. Mentoring groups help you create organizational relationships and networks, drive career development goals, build key skillsets, expand organizational knowledge and increase functional expertise.
Join groups and events to start developing personal and professional relationships with others in the organization who can help you learn and grow. If you're looking for community and guidance, you'll find actively participating in a group mentoring group to be a rewarding experience.
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What is a Group Mentoring Session?
* It typically will be a group of 5-10 peers who meet regularly to hold discussions pertaining to a shared interest or goals
* Peer led – while one person typically takes ownership of collecting topics, setting meetings, and facilitating circle sessions as needed, all members should contribute to generating topics and goals, and should consider owning any topics of interest or expertise.
* Most groups last between 6 months to 1 year and will meet at least once a month
Three Principles of Group Mentoring
1. Trust: Confidentiality is key; what comes into the group should stay in the group
2. Commitment: Be present and commit to attending the group meetings; eliminate distractions so that you can engage completely with the group
3. Willingness to Share: Don't be afraid of sharing your own experience; each contribution is valuable to the group as a whole
Why Participate?
* Encourage meaningful relationships with each other
* Expand your network
* Increase access to mentors
* Promote career development
* Support each other through shared experiences
Why Become a Group Mentor?
* SOLVE challenges you and others are experiencing by sharing knowledge and supporting each other
* GAIN facilitation skills through ownership of the group
* GROW ability to support others through the exploration of ideas
Why Become a Group Mentee?
* SUPPORT others who are experiencing similar challenges
* LEARN from the success of others
* GROW through peer support and exploration of ideas
Why Become a Sponsor?
* PROMOTE & ENABLE professional skill development for both mentees and mentors
* GROW industry knowledge transfer
* ADVANCE industry leadership skills
One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination." - John C. Maxwell
