Introduction Tim Elmore addresses an important issue facing leaders, mentoring. Elmore explores two aspects of mentorship, the ability to mentor young leaders and being mentored by experienced leaders. Elmore investigates the power mentors have in the life of young leaders, and presents relevant principles how to navigate through a mentoring relationship. By adapting Elmore’s mentoring principles, individuals will grow in their leadership capabilities and will empower the next generation of leaders.
The Need for a Mentor Elmore begins by establishing a working definition of mentoring. Elmore (2009) contends, “Mentoring is a relational experience through which one person empowers another by sharing their wisdom and resources” (p. 2). The basis of Elmore’s argument is that through a mutual relationship, the mentor imparts knowledge and support to the mentee. A mentoring relationship is …show more content…
Elmore (2009) argues, “Mentoring can reduce the probability of leadership failure, provide needed accountability and empower a responsive, potential leader” (p. 2). Elmore insists that through a mentoring relationship young leaders are given safeguards to keep them from self-destructing. Elmore describes the importance of mentoring through describing how tradesmen would raise up the next generation of blacksmiths. Further, Elmore (2009) asserts, “We all need mentors—but for different reasons based on the life-stage we are experiencing” (p. 15). Elmore’s argument is based upon the idea that depending upon the season a person is in; a specific mentor is appropriate for that particular time. For example, a young leader will need a mentor that is more experienced in areas where he or she may be inexperienced. Whereas a more experienced leader may need a mentor to regain his or her creativity. Discovering the right mentor has the potential to generate growth in a leader’s personal and professional
The Need for a Mentor Elmore begins by establishing a working definition of mentoring. Elmore (2009) contends, “Mentoring is a relational experience through which one person empowers another by sharing their wisdom and resources” (p. 2). The basis of Elmore’s argument is that through a mutual relationship, the mentor imparts knowledge and support to the mentee. A mentoring relationship is …show more content…
Elmore (2009) argues, “Mentoring can reduce the probability of leadership failure, provide needed accountability and empower a responsive, potential leader” (p. 2). Elmore insists that through a mentoring relationship young leaders are given safeguards to keep them from self-destructing. Elmore describes the importance of mentoring through describing how tradesmen would raise up the next generation of blacksmiths. Further, Elmore (2009) asserts, “We all need mentors—but for different reasons based on the life-stage we are experiencing” (p. 15). Elmore’s argument is based upon the idea that depending upon the season a person is in; a specific mentor is appropriate for that particular time. For example, a young leader will need a mentor that is more experienced in areas where he or she may be inexperienced. Whereas a more experienced leader may need a mentor to regain his or her creativity. Discovering the right mentor has the potential to generate growth in a leader’s personal and professional