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How to Become a Better Mentor

Career Advancement

“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 Tamra asks: When I asked my direct reports for feedback on my own performance recently , I was surprised by the answer one of them gave. How can I become a better mentor?

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Leaders Coaching Leaders: One Secret to Sustainable Leadership Development

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They facilitate practical conversations about how the team can take performance to the next level. Challenger groups leverage senior-level leaders to mentor and support participants, helping them apply what they’ve learned. Finally, everyone develops a network of trusted strategic peer relationships. Wait, What?

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How to Scale Your Leadership for Bigger Influence and Results

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You have a solid track record of building high-performance teams. I established a clear vision and performance expectations. Each year, I also led a skip-level mentoring circle of high-potential store managers where we worked on real business challenges together. 5 Ways to Scale Your Leadership and Motivate Your Large Team.

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What Experts are Saying About Career Advice: May Frontline Festival

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Too little thought and planning can lead to not only an unproductive meeting, but potential loss of a star performer. Or, you’re asked to be a mentor to a high potential up and comer. Great concepts to build improve the performance of your team or your career. Follow Jennifer @JenniferVMiller. Follow Dan @greatleadership.

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How to Get Promoted At Work: The ASK Strategy

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Remember – “Mentoring, at it’s best, is a magical elixir which shaves years off your learning curve through mistakes unmade.” You have to reach out to your network and ask for input. Habits also make a big difference in your work performance. Friends in High Places. Look into both hard requirements (e.g. Lack of Punctuality.

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Our Team is Growing: How do I Lead Well Now? (With Video)

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For example, when I was leading a 2000 person sales team, we consistently held operational excellence rallies where our highest performers were not only recognized for their contributions, but also served as teachers of best practices.

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After the layoff: How to support your team when it just got smaller

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a mentor or a trusted peer). Even once they’ve left your company there are plenty of ways you can help with networking and other support. Let your remaining high-performers know how valued they are. Support your team members in their job search. Do whatever you can to help your downsized team members land well.

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