Two-thirds of people have imposter syndrome, according to a 2011 article published in the International Journal Of Behavioral Science. These are people who often feel like a fraud or believe their achievements were a fluke....
When somebody asks you to mentor them at work, it can be very tempting to get straight to the point. After all, you’re busy, you’re giving up valuable hours for no tangible reward, and there’s a clear objective you’re working towards...
Despite the fact that 98% of Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs, only 37% of professionals actually benefit from them. This disconnect is exacerbating retention issues. So, why are mentoring programs failing to deliver on their promise?
Whether you hold a leadership role in your job or community, are considered a thought leader, or simply want to inspire others, do so in an inclusive way.
What's the best way to deal with big tasks when you're struggling to tackle them?
Dr. Ruth Gotian and I were delighted when The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring was announced as the runner-up in the Leadership Book of the Year category in The Institute of Leadership awards last month.
When you're struggling with the big tasks, how can you build the habit needed to start doing things regularly and effectively without having to think about it?
Mentoring needs an updated approach to be truly transformative.