This is our fifth in a series of posts on mentoring myths. And we think this one will blow your mind!
Mentoring Myth: The best type of mentoring program is a formal, managed program that lasts 9-12 months.
BUSTED: Ha! Bet you’re confused about this one, considering Mentoring Complete’s advocates formal, managed programs. Here’s the thing: in a perfect world, all organizations would offer formal business mentoring to its employees and members. These managed programs would last the recommended 9-12 months. But we don’t live in a perfect world, do we?
We understand that, for a variety of reasons, not all organizations can support formal, managed programs. And sometimes, depending on the nature of the people who make up the organization, a formal, managed program might not be the “best” solution.
Mentoring isn’t one-size-fits-all, which is why there are so many variations to the managed model. Think reverse mentoring, speed mentoring, group mentoring, self-directed mentoring… the list goes on.
In our minds, the most important thing you can do is offer some form of mentoring and create a culture that fosters personal and professional transformation. Because that’s what mentoring is all about.