- Paperback: 220 pages
- Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers; Second Edition edition (Jan 1 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1576751422
- ISBN-13: 978-1576751428
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 18.9 x 1.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 363 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #342,150 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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According to consultant and trainer Chip R. Bell, mentoring is a highly synergistic, two-way performance that, when properly engaged, takes on the synchronized qualities of a well-executed dance. In Managers As Mentors: Building Partnerships for Learning, he explains what mentoring is (and is not) and provides a way for readers to assess their own attributes for the practice. Subsequent information--designed to be personalized and read in any order--deals with such specifics as giving advice properly, gaining protege acceptance, lessening the fear factor, and finding time to commit to the process.
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Bell develops a vision of mentoring for the new role of a boss in today's flattened, restructured organization. The old model of an authoritarian leader is being replaced by one who is a supporter, an enabler, and even a partner. The author sees mentoring for the new breed of leader as a one-on-one effort grounded in a partnership philosophy with the objective of adding a skill, competence, or understanding; but he does not include the special requirements of dealing with poor performers or mentoring in diversity situations. His mentoring process is an unfolding, changing effort, a learning experience for both the protegeand the mentor, a dual growth exercise. We learn the author's recipe for mentoring, which includes surrendering, accepting, giving, and extending. The book offers tips for ensuring productive mentoring by taking risks, developing listening skills, giving effective advice and feedback, and using thoughtful questions to fuel curiosity and cultivate wisdom. Mary Whaley
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3.0 out of 5 stars
A great introduction for managers and mentors,
By "dalfinz" (San Diego, California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Managers as Mentors: Building Partnerships for Learning (Paperback)
The author of Managers as Mentors intorduces how relationships between two people can be a learning and growth experience in any environment. The topic of mentoring is a huge issue in the business environment and I have found that this book offers basic keys of advise to the executives of large organizations. Bell shares practical experiences and guidance in short easy to read chapters, while getting away from the typical referance book material. Self-assesments, tools, and communication tatics are just a few of the practical ways that are offered in this book. Often times I found that Mr. Bell cites other authors and practices. I believe that these methods are a wonderful way to bring multiple factors to a single situation and base those experiences on resolving the matter at hand. I recommend this guide to anyone that wishes to begin a healthy relationship of mentoring. It really brings the basics to focus and prepares you for further knowledge in this field.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mentoring for Mentors,
By Pierce J. Howard, Ph.D. Co-Author, The Owner'... (Charlotte, NC United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Managers as Mentors: Building Partnerships for Learning (Paperback)
Chip Bell has the magic touch when advising managers. In his 2nd edition, he has provided helpful self-assessments that point the manager/mentor toward development needs for the purpose of being the best that you can be as mentor. He paints a verbal landscape that includes insightful adages from Socrates to the Little Prince. The short chapters and direct, pithy style make for quick reading episodes over time--minimum effort with maximum gain. And, last but certainly not least, his quotable language will give you turns of phrase to use in your own communications and presentations. Yet another star in Chip's gallery!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Solid, solid, solid. Absolute must read.,
By Pepper Dodd (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Managers as Mentors: Building Partnerships for Learning (Paperback)
Mentoring is such a "hot" topic these days, I was concerned that this was going to be another one of those fluffy books that don't give you specific actions. How wrong I was! Each page is jammed full of pratical how-to's supported by both the concept behind the how-to and examples of it at work.Mentoring is a popular topic because it's so valuable in today's organization and this book is an absolute must read for anyone in a leadership position. Within days of putting what I learned to work, my team started responding. I also found that the techniques work well in my volunteer work with the local humane society. Buy this book today and read it right away.
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