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E A Hesketh1, J M Laidlaw

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Mentoring fosters holistic development by guiding individuals. Mentors act as role models, confidantes, teachers, talent developers, and door-openers for mentees.

Area of Science:

  • Professional Development
  • Educational Psychology
  • Organizational Behavior

Background:

  • Mentoring is a multifaceted relationship.
  • It is broadly interpreted as crucial for personal and professional growth.
  • The core function involves supporting an individual's comprehensive development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the diverse roles within a mentoring relationship.
  • To elucidate the impact of mentoring on mentee development.
  • To establish a framework for understanding effective mentorship.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of mentoring literature.
  • Synthesis of existing theories on mentorship.
  • Qualitative exploration of mentor functions.

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Main Results:

  • Mentoring encompasses multiple roles: role model, confidante, teacher, talent developer, and facilitator.
  • These roles collectively contribute to the mentee's holistic development.
  • The mentor-mentee dynamic is central to achieving developmental outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Effective mentoring requires a blend of supportive and instructive functions.
  • The mentor's influence extends beyond skill development to personal well-being.
  • Understanding these diverse roles is key to optimizing mentoring programs.