Mentor's Guide: Five Steps to Build a Successful Mentor Program

A comprehensive guide to setting up, running, and evaluating mentoring programs, drawing on evidence from psychology, education, and organizational studies. It provides step-by-step guidance, real-world examples, and insights into effective mentoring behaviors and relationships. Ideal for program managers, mentoring coordinators, and human resource professionals in industries and higher education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive second edition, which draws evidence from psychology, education, and organizational studies, seamlessly translates research into practical applications and serves as a valuable handbook on how to establish, manage, and evaluate successful mentoring programs. Despite the growing interest in mentoring, there is a scarcity of resources specifically designed for program managers and mentoring coordinators. This book fills the gap by providing valuable insights into mentoring behaviors, the various stages of mentoring, the key elements of high-quality relationships, and strategies to identify and mitigate dysfunctional ones. With step-by-step guidance, readers will gain a deep understanding of what mentoring entails, assess their mentoring program using a clear framework, and develop or redesign an effective program tailored to their specific needs. Real-world examples and in-depth case studies are incorporated throughout the book, offering practical insights and best practices for assessing and improving mentoring programs. Additionally, this second edition includes a dedicated chapter on e-mentoring, as well as updated information on culturally intelligent mentoring and other relevant topics. Whether you are responsible for managing or supporting a mentoring program, this handbook is an indispensable resource. Human resource professionals across various industries will find valuable ideas on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of mentoring, while administrators in higher education will appreciate the content on formal mentorship programs for faculty members, graduate students, and undergraduates.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 156 x 233 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367757519
Edition number: 2 New edition