MOMENTUM! Move Forward with Mentorship!
Show notes
In this week's Monday Momentum, I explore how mentorship creates forward motion in both your career and your life. Inspired by the Maria Gaetana Agnesi episode, I discuss how seeking guidance and giving guidance in parallel acts like a flywheel, building momentum that carries projects, learning, and personal growth forward. I share actionable tips for finding a mentor, mentoring others, and observing the momentum that emerges when support flows in both directions.
Resources & Research:
- Less than half of professionals report having a mentor, yet those with mentors are much more likely to advance and feel engaged at work (Gallup)
- Mentored employees are promoted up to five times more often, and mentors themselves can see promotions up to six times more often (Mentorloop)
- Mentorship improves job satisfaction and organizational commitment
- Organizations with mentoring programs experience higher engagement and retention (Chronus)
- Long-term mentoring correlates with higher lifetime earnings, educational attainment, and leadership development (After School Alliance)
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