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- Hardcover
- Product Group
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- Ex Libris
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- ISBN
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN-10
1403964017
ISBN-13
9781403964014
eBay Product ID (ePID)
5952070
Product Key Features
Book Title
Elements of Mentoring
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2004
Topic
Human Resources & Personnel Management, Interpersonal Relations
Features
Revised
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Business & Economics, Psychology
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
10.9 Oz
Item Length
8.6 in
Item Width
5.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2003-060923
Reviews
"This book represents a well-articulated approach to the principles of mentoring that is sure to be a landmark work. Jam-packed with exciting ideas, it highlights precisely why and how mentoring is undertaken in various workplace settings. The authors respond to the rapidly changing world of work by delivering an extraordinary range of tools and options for professionals who wish to be ethical, thoughtful teachers and coaches to their protégés. Well written and highly readable, it offers practical applications using exemplary case studies. This gem of a resource will aid the reader in understanding how to apply the mentoring microskills presented throughout. This is a must read for anyone who aspires to excellence as a leader and mentor." -- Mary H. Guindon, School of Professional Studies in Business and Education Johns Hopkins University " Johnson and Ridley carefully explain the skills, attitudes and values that make for effective mentoring. In this useful guide, they point out what helps and what could hurt these developmental relationships. A must read for mentors and protégés alike. I recommend it highly" -- Winston E. Gooden, Ph.D., Dean, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology "Johnson and Ridley have distilled the essence of how to be a successful mentor in a well written succinct compendium they accurately describe as the "nuts and bolts" of effectively advancing the careers of junior colleagues in a caring, yet rigorous manner. The advice contained here holds significant value across work sites and professions, and can benefit both potential mentors and those wishing to find a mentor. I recommend this book to anyone hoping to guide the next generation in their field or hoping to find such a guide." --Gerald P. Koocher, Professor and Dean, School for Health Studies, Simmons College "The Elements of Mentoring is destined to become a classic due to its concise approach and timeless value in helping to create win-win situations for individuals committed to helping others achieve more. ...This excellent book has the potential to bring out your best: read it!"--Leadership & Organization Development Journal, "This book represents a well-articulated approach to the principles of mentoring that is sure to be a landmark work. Jam-packed with exciting ideas, it highlights precisely why and how mentoring is undertaken in various workplace settings. The authors respond to the rapidly changing world of work by delivering an extraordinary range of tools and options for professionals who wish to be ethical, thoughtful teachers and coaches to their protégés. Well written and highly readable, it offers practical applications using exemplary case studies. This gem of a resource will aid the reader in understanding how to apply the mentoring microskills presented throughout. This is a must read for anyone who aspires to excellence as a leader and mentor." -- Mary H. Guindon, School of Professional Studies in Business and Education Johns Hopkins University " Johnson and Ridley carefully explain the skills, attitudes and values that make for effective mentoring. In this useful guide, they point out what helps and what could hurt these developmental relationships. A must read for mentors and protégés alike. I recommend it highly" -- Winston E. Gooden, Ph.D., Dean, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology "Johnson and Ridley have distilled the essence of how to be a successful mentor in a well written succinct compendium they accurately describe as the "nuts and bolts" of effectively advancing the careers of junior colleagues in a caring, yet rigorous manner. The advice contained here holds significant value across work sites and professions, and can benefit both potential mentors and those wishing to find a mentor. I recommend this book to anyone hoping to guide the next generation in their field or hoping to find such a guide." --Gerald P. Koocher, Professor and Dean, School for Health Studies, Simmons College "The Elements of Mentoringis destined to become a classic due to its concise approach and timeless value in helping to create win-win situations for individuals committed to helping others achieve more. ...This excellent book has the potential to bring out your best: read it!"--Leadership & Organization Development Journal, "This book represents a well-articulated approach to the principles of mentoring that is sure to be a landmark work. Jam-packed with exciting ideas, it highlights precisely why and how mentoring is undertaken in various workplace settings. The authors respond to the rapidly changing world of work by delivering an extraordinary range of tools and options for professionals who wish to be ethical, thoughtful teachers and coaches to their prot g s. Well written and highly readable, it offers practical applications using exemplary case studies. This gem of a resource will aid the reader in understanding how to apply the mentoring microskills presented throughout. This is a must read for anyone who aspires to excellence as a leader and mentor." -- Mary H. Guindon, School of Professional Studies in Business and Education Johns Hopkins University " Johnson and Ridley carefully explain the skills, attitudes and values that make for effective mentoring. In this useful guide, they point out what helps and what could hurt these developmental relationships. A must read for mentors and prot g s alike. I recommend it highly" -- Winston E. Gooden, Ph.D., Dean, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology "Johnson and Ridley have distilled the essence of how to be a successful mentor in a well written succinct compendium they accurately describe as the "nuts and bolts" of effectively advancing the careers of junior colleagues in a caring, yet rigorous manner. The advice contained here holds significant value across work sites and professions, and can benefit both potential mentors and those wishing to find a mentor. I recommend this book to anyone hoping to guide the next generation in their field or hoping to find such a guide." --Gerald P. Koocher, Professor and Dean, School for Health Studies, Simmons College " The Elements of Mentoring is destined to become a classic due to its concise approach and timeless value in helping to create win-win situations for individuals committed to helping others achieve more. ...This excellent book has the potential to bring out your best: read it!"--Leadership & Organization Development Journal
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
658.3/124
Edition Description
Revised edition
Table Of Content
Preface *What Excellent Mentors Do: Matters of Skill *Choose ProtÉgÉs Selectively * Know Your ProtÉgÉs * Expect Excellence (and Nothing Else) * Affirm, Affirm, Affirm, and Then Affirm Some More * Provide Sponsorship * Be a Teacher and a Coach * Encourage and Support * Offer Counsel in Difficult Times * Protect When Necessary * Stimulate Growth with Challenging Assignments * Give ProtÉgÉs Exposure and Promote Their Visibility * Nurture Creativity * Provide Correction--Even When Painful * Narrate Growth and Development * Self-disclose When Appropriate * Accept Increasing Friendship and Mutuality * Teach Faceting * Be An Intentional Model * Display Dependability *Traits of Excellent Mentors: Matters of Style and Personality *Exude Warmth * Listen Actively * Show Unconditional Regard * Tolerate Idealization * Embrace Humor * Do Not Expect Perfection * Attend to Interpersonal Cues * Be Trustworthy * Respect Values * Do Not Stoop to Jealousy *Arranging the Mentor-ProtÉgÉ Relationship: Matters of Beginning *Carefully Consider the "Match" * Clarify Expectations * Define Relationship Boundaries * Consider ProtÉgÉ Relationship Style * Describe Potential Benefits and Risks * Be Sensitive to Gender * Be Sensitive to Race * Plan for Change at the Outset * Schedule Periodic Reviews or Evaluations *Knowing Thyself as a Mentor: Matters of Integrity *Consider the Consequences of Being a Mentor * Practice Self-Care * Be Productive * Make Sure You are Competent * Hold Yourself Accountable * Respect the Power of Attraction * Accept the Burden of Power * Practice Humility * Never Exploit Proteges *When Things Go Wrong: Matters of Restoration *Above All, Do No Harm * Slow Down the Process * Tell the Truth * Seek Consultation * Document Carefully * Dispute Your Irrational Thinking *Welcoming Change and Saying Goodbye: Matters of Closure *Welcome Change and Growth * Accept Endings * Find Helpful Ways to Say Goodbye * Mentor as a Way of Life Preface *What Excellent Mentors Do: Matters of Skill *Choose ProtÉgÉs Selectively * Know Your ProtÉgÉs * Expect Excellence (and Nothing Else) * Affirm, Affirm, Affirm, and Then Affirm Some More * Provide Sponsorship * Be a Teacher and a Coach * Encourage and Support * Offer Counsel in Difficult Times * Protect When Necessary * Stimulate Growth with Challenging Assignments * Give ProtÉgÉs Exposure and Promote Their Visibility * Nurture Creativity * Provide Correction--Even When Painful * Narrate Growth and Development * Self-disclose When Appropriate * Accept Increasing Friendship and Mutuality * Teach Faceting * Be An Intentional Model * Display Dependability *Traits of Excellent Mentors: Matters of Style and Personality *Exude Warmth * Listen Actively * Show Unconditional Regard * Tolerate Idealization * Embrace Humor * Do Not Expect Perfection * Attend to Interpersonal Cues * Be Trustworthy * Respect Values * Do Not Stoop to Jealousy *Arranging the Mentor-ProtÉgÉ Relationship: Matters of Beginning *Carefully Consider the "Match" * Clarify Expectations * Define Relationship Boundaries * Consider ProtÉgÉ Relationship Style * Describe Potential Benefits and Risks * Be Sensitive to Gender * Be Sensitive to Race * Plan for Change at the Outset * Schedule Periodic Reviews or Evaluations *Knowing Thyself as a Mentor: Matters of Integrity *Consider the Consequences of Being a Mentor * Practice Self-Care * Be Productive * Make Sure You are Competent * Hold Yourself Accountable * Respect the Power of Attraction * Accept the Burden of Power * Practice Humility * Never Exploit Proteges *When Things Go Wrong: Matters of Restoration *Above All, Do No Harm * Slow Down the Process * Tell the Truth * Seek Consultation * Document Carefully * Dispute Your Irrational Thinking *Welcoming Change and
Synopsis
Patterned after Strunk and White's classic The Elements of Style, a comprehensive guide to fifty key elements of mentoring.
LC Classification Number
HF5385.J64 2004
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