What's preventing you from finding a mentor?

Many people recognise the potential benefits of mentoring but struggle to navigate the complexities of finding, building, and maintaining a successful mentoring relationship. While the desire for a mentor may be strong, the path to finding the right one can be filled with uncertainty and obstacles.

Here are some of the common challenges:
  • Unclear goals: You may have a general desire for mentoring but lack a clear understanding of your specific goals or how a mentor can help them achieve them.
  • Lack of self-awareness: You may not fully understand your strengths, weaknesses, or areas where mentoring would be most beneficial.
  • Limited understanding of the mentoring process: You may have misconceptions about the dynamics, expectations, and time commitment involved in a mentoring relationship.
  • Difficulty finding the right mentor: Identifying a mentor who aligns with your goals, values, and personality can be challenging.
  • Fear of rejection: The prospect of approaching a potential mentor can be intimidating and may lead to fear of rejection.
  • Lack of preparation: You may not be adequately prepared to engage in a mentoring relationship, lacking essential skills like effective communication, active listening, and goal setting.

These challenges can hinder you from realising the full potential of mentoring and may lead to frustration or disappointment. But whether you’re actively seeking a new mentor or simply curious about the benefits of mentoring, our “Make the Most of Mentoring” course will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to succeed.

By the end of this course you will

  • Have a clear understanding of your mentoring goals

    and how a mentor can help you achieve them

  • Develop enhanced self-awareness

    to identify areas where mentoring would be most beneficial

  • Gain a deep understanding of the mentoring process,

    its stages, dynamics, and expectations

  • Acquire effective strategies for finding and approaching potential mentors,

    overcoming fear of rejection and building confidence

  • Develop essential skills for successful mentoring,

    such as effective communication, active listening, and goal setting

  • Be well-prepared for a meaningful mentoring relationship

    that supports your personal and professional growth

Who is this course for?

  • Early-career professionals seeking guidance and support

  • Experienced individuals looking to level up their careers

  • Entrepreneurs and leaders seeking mentorship to grow their businesses

  • Anyone interested in personal and professional development

Pricing options

We also offer bulk prices for your teams. Contact us at [email protected] to know more.

  • £149.00

    If you’re located in Europe, North America, or Australia

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  • £119.00

    Other regions

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Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to Make the Most of Mentoring Course

    2. Course Logistics

    3. Meet your facilitators

    4. MMM Mentee Baseline Form

    1. Module 1: Introduction

    2. 1.1 What is my "WHY"

    3. 1.2 Tools to better understand yourself and your Why? - reflection time

    4. 1.2.1 Happiness Matrix Model - Video

    5. 1.2.2 Ikigai Model - Video

    6. 1.3 Let’s talk about change and how you approach it?

    7. 1.3.1 Quiz: Navigating changes and transitions - Where do I need a mentor's help in navigating change?

    8. 1.3.2 Mentees' Case Studies - How can mentor help with navigating transitions & changes?

    9. 1.4 Reflect, Interact, and Share: Further articulate your reasons for seeking a mentor

    10. 1.4.1 Why are you seeking mentor? - learning from others' reflections

    11. 1.5 Deepen your self-awareness

    12. 1.5.1 Johari Window Model - video

    13. 1.6 Taking ownership as a mentee

    14. 1.6.1 Reflect, Interact, and Share: Am I capable of driving the relationship?

    15. 1.7 Mentee's mindset matters

    16. 1.8 Is mentoring right for me at this time?

    17. 1.9 Additional Resources (Optional)

    18. Let us know how you found Module 1?

    1. Module Introduction

    2. Step 1: Define your ideal mentor

    3. Step 1.1 What does an ideal mentor demonstrate?

    4. Step 1.2 Qualities of an effective mentor: read what others say and join the conversation

    5. Step 1.3 Video: How to choose a mentor?

    6. Step 2 Make a mentor longlist

    7. 2.1 Reflection Time- Creating my mentor longlist

    8. 2.2 Reflect, Interact, and Share: what do others say?

    9. 2.3 A word from an expert - how to approach a mentor and how great mentoring relationships are formed

    10. 2.4 Tell us: What is your biggest fear about approaching a potential mentor?

    11. Step 3. Mentee’s pitch: what have I got to offer to my mentor?

    12. 3.1 Reflect, Interact, and Share - What do I bring?

    13. Step 4. Making your approach

    14. 4. 1 Quiz: Making your approach

    15. 4.2 Making your approach - how to structure your comms?

    16. 4.3 To mention or not to mention the “mentor” word?

    17. The importance of “chemistry” in mentoring relationships

    18. Additional Resources

    19. Let us know how you found Module 2 ?

    1. Module Introduction

    2. The key phases of a mentoring journey - a mentee perspective

    3. Building strong foundation and setting up direction

    4. 1. What is a Peak Rapport and why is it important?

    5. Peak Rapport - Engage, Observe and Share (MMM)

    6. The Triangle of Peak Rapport / Communication Triangle Model

    7. Ways of Working

    8. Engage, Observe and Share (MMM): Ways of Working

    9. Mentoring Engagement (or agreement)

    10. Accelerate the relationship building phase by introducing Personal Timeline Model

    11. The top 10 mistakes to avoid as a mentee during the initial phases

    12. 2. Direction Setting Phase - Introduction

    13. 2.1 The Wheel of Life Model

    14. 2.2 Top Tip (s) for Direction Setting Phase!

    15. 2.3 Quiz: Distinguish Between Transactional and Transformational Goals

    16. 3. Progressing & Midway Growth Phase

    17. 3.1 Getting to the Growth Zone

    18. 3.2 Reflective Practice Exercise: Embracing the Fear Zone

    19. 3.2.1 Reflect, Interact, and Share: Comfort, Fear and Growth Zones (MMM)

    20. 3.3 Mentee core skills: asking for and receiving feedback

    21. 3.3.1 How effective are you in receiving feedback?

    22. 3.3.2 The importance of effective feedback within mentoring context

    23. 3.4 VIDEO LEARNING: Feedback giving and receiving

    24. 3.5 Why it is important to actively listen as a mentee?

    25. 3.5.1 Engage, Observe and Share: How do you listen?

    26. 3.6 Mentee's self- reflection as a crucial element of mentoring process

    27. 3.7 Midway Dip and how to get back on track?

    28. 3.8 Things to be mindful of as a mentee

    29. 3.9 Mentee Case Study: Navigating Stagnation

    30. 4. Winding down and Moving on Phases

    31. 4.1 Reviewing and celebrating success

    32. 4.2 Paying it Forward – Become a Mentor

    33. Module 3: Learning Summary

    34. Additional Resources (Optional)

    35. Let us know how you found Module 3?

    1. Share with us: What were the three most important learnings from Make the Most of Mentoring modules?

    2. MMM End-of-Programme Mentee Form

    3. Make your Plan – Putting Learning into Action

    4. Congratulations and Next Steps

About this course

  • 6 hours of guided learning
  • 3 modules with short bit-size lesson chapters
  • Certificate of completion

What's included

  • Reflective practice exercises, learning checks and quizzes

    Strengthen your self-awareness and knowledge with guided self-reflection exercises, learning checks and quizzes that prepare you for the mentoring relationship.

  • The Mentee Toolkit

    From engaging learning videos and audios, downloadable and practical worksheets to additional learning materials/resources, access everything you need to solidify your learning and plan your next steps for your mentoring journey.

  • A Certificate of Completion

    Upon successfully completing the course, you'll receive a certificate of completion demonstrating your commitment to personal and professional growth.

They will guide you throughout the course

Nadine Asmar

Impact Leadership Facilitator, Coach & Mentor​

Nadine is a resilient Impact leadership facilitator and coach with an international experience of more than 20 years in business strategy, human capital development and entrepreneurship. Today, as a catalyst & enabler of impact leaders, she strives to bring a renewed clarity to their purpose so to unlock their potential in alignment with their mind, heart and will. She co-creates nurturing and safe environment for individuals to grow in self-awareness, feel supported and learn from the collective intelligence and shared experiences.​
Nadine has joined The Human Edge back in 2010 as a mentee on one of the programmes, followed by becoming a mentor. Since then, she have been co-designing and leading on mentoring programs across MENA and sub-Saharan Africa.

Read more: linkedin.com/in/nadine-asmar

Richard Bellars

Leadership Facilitator, Coach & Mentor​

Richard brings his devotion as a facilitator, coach and mentor to supporting the shift to regenerative leadership. Working with individuals and small teams, he challenges and encourages them to embrace future thinking in daily life, to be and act with a heart-centred openness to listen to and learn from each other. Richard first joined Mowgli Mentoring (as was), The Human Edge in 2010 as a mentor and then as a facilitator. Ever since, he has co-designed and lead on mentoring and leadership programmes across MENA and sub-Saharan Africa, and he continues to volunteer as a mentor. Richard’s career background includes business process re-engineering in more than 15 European businesses. Richard is a graduate (BA) in Modern Languages and is a trained Mighty Heart facilitator. He is a board advisor to Unifying Fields Foundation and also a trustee for the London Sports Trust.


Read more: linkedin.com/in/richardbellars

Saida Haddad

Facilitator and Trainer

As a senior international development specialist, passionate about creating sustainable change and impact, who has personally experienced the impact of mentoring, ​Saida has over 14 years of experience in International Development with a particular focus on entrepreneurship, economic and institutional development, and holds a Master’s degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Warwick in the United Kingdom. ​

Read more: linkedin.com/in/saida-haddad

FAQ

  • What is the time commitment of the course?

    This course should take you about 3 hours of guided learning.

  • How do I enrol on the course?

    Choose the course to learn more and then click “Enrol Now.” From there, you will be prompted to a check out page to purchase the course. Once the purchase is made, you will get access to the course.

  • Who should do this course?

    Anyone who wants to find a mentor and doesn't know how to go about finding the right one or reaching out. It is also meant for those who are not yet sure if mentoring is the right thing to them.

  • Will I get a certificate?

    Yes! You will receive a Completion Certificate at the end of the course.

  • Will I have lifetime access?

    Yes! The course comes with lifetime access to all course materials.

  • I am evaluating this course for our team. Who can I speak with to learn more?

    In addition to offering individuals the opportunity to sign up for the course, we can deliver this course in a variety of ways to meet your organisational and programmatic needs.