Mentorship
Where there is no guidance, the people fall;
But in an abundance of counselors, there is victory.
Where there is no guidance, the people fall;
But in an abundance of counselors, there is victory.
Along your journey of development, having the right people around you is essential to navigating the various paths of your future. With intentionally guided support you:
The operative word here? More. We need and should desire all the support that is available to us, to walk in our fullness. We do not travel our journeys alone.
Counsel is available and abundant wisdom, when you are ready to receive it. It helps you:
Having wise counsel allows you to skillfully apply knowledge to and for your life by offering insight, instruction, direction, and discernment for personal and professional growth. Take the necessary time to consider trusted and worthy individuals. These powerful relationships require partnership and presence, as each person actively gives and receives.
For the fulfillment of your legacy? To have is a must.
Along your journey of development, having the right people around you is essential to navigating the various paths of your future. With intentionally guided support you:
The operative word here? More. We need and should desire all the support that is available to us, to walk in our fullness. We do not travel our journeys alone.
Counsel is available and abundant wisdom, when you are ready to receive it. It helps you:
Having wise counsel allows you to skillfully apply knowledge to and for your life by offering insight, instruction, direction, and discernment for personal and professional growth. Take the necessary time to consider trusted and worthy individuals. These powerful relationships require partnership and presence, as each person actively gives and receives.
For the fulfillment of your legacy? To have is a must.
Distinctions of Council
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How Mentees Can Benefit from Mentors
Receiving support provides a person with opportunities to unlock their potential. They can fast track their progress while learning blind spots and where to focus. They are guided in the right direction, instead of having to figure it out on their own.
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Because you may wind up being vulnerable with them, you can gain a friend
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Doors open and the opportunities are massive
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Being catapulted to stages you didn't expect
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Building and establishing credibility
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Going to the next level
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Gaining a cheerleader
How Mentors Can Benefit from Mentees
A person providing support receives many growth benefits, as they have just as much to gain in confidence, experience, and knowledge. Serving in this way means practicing core skills that enhance their abilities as a successful leader.
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Seeing their mentees grow and develop
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Learning from their mentees
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Building meaningful relationships
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Giving back to the community
Expectations of a Mentee
A person receiving support should demonstrate a proactive and positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic. They should be committed to their own growth and development and respectful of a mentor’s (sponsor’s or ally’s) time and expertise.
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Eagerness to learn
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Respect for the mentor's time and expertise
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Willingness to take action
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Honesty and openness
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Accountability
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Constructive engagement
Expectations of a Mentor
A person providing support should be an encouraging and knowledgeable guide who is committed to helping their mentee achieve their goals and succeed in their chosen path.
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Guidance and support
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Feedback and constructive criticism
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Encouragement and motivation
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Professional development opportunities
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Networking opportunities
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Respect and confidentiality
How Mentees Can Benefit from Mentors
Receiving support provides a person with opportunities to unlock their potential. They can fast track their progress while learning blind spots and where to focus. They are guided in the right direction, instead of having to figure it out on their own.
-
Because you may wind up being vulnerable with them, you can gain a friend
-
Doors open and the opportunities are massive
-
Being catapulted to stages you didn't expect
-
Building and establishing credibility
-
Going to the next level
-
Gaining a cheerleader
How Mentors Can Benefit from Mentees
A person providing support receives many growth benefits, as they have just as much to gain in confidence, experience, and knowledge. Serving in this way means practicing core skills that enhance their abilities as a successful leader.
-
Seeing their mentees grow and develop
-
Learning from their mentees
-
Building meaningful relationships
-
Giving back to the community
Expectations of a Mentee
A person receiving support should demonstrate a proactive and positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic. They should be committed to their own growth and development and respectful of a mentor’s (sponsor’s or ally’s) time and expertise.
-
Eagerness to learn
-
Respect for the mentor's time and expertise
-
Willingness to take action
-
Honesty and openness
-
Accountability
-
Constructive engagement
Expectations of a Mentor
A person providing support should be an encouraging and knowledgeable guide who is committed to helping their mentee achieve their goals and succeed in their chosen path.
-
Guidance and support
-
Feedback and constructive criticism
-
Encouragement and motivation
-
Professional development opportunities
-
Networking opportunities
-
Respect and confidentiality
We must be intentional about building out our visions and dreams. Our environment, processes, decisions, skills and abilities, academic and career endeavors, mindset, preparation, support, influence, and access are but some of the essential factors that impact our on-going journey of advancement for our lives. How we presence ourselves, make the most of opportunities- even the challenges and obstacles, pivot as needed, and remain focused and disciplined can make the difference in those dreams remaining fantasy or becoming reality. These will not be the easiest things we do, but when we commit to them with strategy and intention and strategy, we create success.
Hear from the FQ team as they share their personal experiences and perspectives on how they have and are utilizing and providing support along their path to personal and professional success. Listen for your own wise counsel in their stories- there’s something for everyone.
We must be intentional about building out our visions and dreams. Our environment, processes, decisions, skills and abilities, academic and career endeavors, mindset, preparation, support, influence, and access are but some of the essential factors that impact our on-going journey of advancement for our lives. How we presence ourselves, make the most of opportunities- even the challenges and obstacles, pivot as needed, and remain focused and disciplined can make the difference in those dreams remaining fantasy or becoming reality. These will not be the easiest things we do, but when we commit to them with strategy and intention and strategy, we create success.
Hear from the FQ team as they share their personal experiences and perspectives on how they have and are utilizing and providing support along their path to personal and professional success. Listen for your own wise counsel in their stories- there’s something for everyone.