Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People

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MENTOR’s Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People is a free resource written by experts in the field to benefit any adult looking to support young people. Full of real-world advice and evidence-based strategies, it provides mentors with tangible strategies to “be there” for young people in their various life journeys and teaches them about the core skills, key principles, and critical practices of mentoring.

  1. EPISODE 1

    Introduction

    Learn about how to adopt a “mentoring mindset,” motivations for mentoring, how to take a youth-centered and strengths-based approach, basics of childhood and adolescent development, the importance of mentor commitment, and more! For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at: Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    36 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Providing Emotional Support and Empathy

    Working to understand your mentee’s experiences from their point of view can improve their reception of your support and greaten your impact. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to any links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at  Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    22 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Practicing Cultural Humility

    As a mentor, it is essential to engage in continuous self-reflection and to actively seek opportunities to learn about your mentee’s identity and cultural experiences. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at  Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    21 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Making Room for Fun and Play

    By centering joyful experiences in mentoring relationships, mentors can form stronger, more meaningful connections with their mentees. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at  Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    30 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Attunement in Mentoring Relationships

    Developing a strong self-awareness about your own emotional and physical state can make you better equipped to read the cues of your mentee and respond to their preferences and needs. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    23 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Understanding Effective Online Communication

    Because many young people today are digital natives, engaging with your mentee in a virtual setting may make them feel more comfortable and willing to communicate. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at  Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    27 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Facilitating Group Interactions

    When mentoring groups of young people, building a strong sense of belonging can help create a community where members want to participate and are excited to engage. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    24 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Working With Others In the Mentoring Relationship System

    Description: Making an effort to get to know the other adults in your mentee’s life can improve your understanding of and ability to communicate with your mentee. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links referenced in this chapter, visit us at mentoring.org. Follow us on social media at Twitter: @MENTORnational Facebook: @MENTORnational LinkedIn:@MENTOR Instagram: @mentornmp

    19 min
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MENTOR’s Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People is a free resource written by experts in the field to benefit any adult looking to support young people. Full of real-world advice and evidence-based strategies, it provides mentors with tangible strategies to “be there” for young people in their various life journeys and teaches them about the core skills, key principles, and critical practices of mentoring.

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