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Good reads: Mentorship

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Good reads: Mentorship
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Advice on Technical Mentorship: If you're looking for practical advice on technical mentorship, John’s piece is a great resource. This article is a guide for those looking to offer technical mentorship, with practical tips on how to effectively support and guide mentees towards achieving their goals.

What Sponsorship Looks Like: In this piece, Lara talks about the concept of sponsorship, an essential aspect of mentorship, and how it can make a difference in advancing careers.

Supporting Women as Senior Leaders: Lara shares her insights on mentoring and supporting women in senior roles, emphasizing that “women are over-mentored, and under-sponsored.” Her advice is crucial for building a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Being the Mentor You Wish You Had: This one talks about the essence of being a good mentor and how to create a positive mentor-mentee relationship.

Setting Practical Goals

  • Engineering Goal Examples: Setting clear and achievable goals is the key to success. Here are some practical goal examples for various folks.
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