Episode 08 - Becoming the Mentor They Need to Succeed (Laura Ravo)

If you’re a retail leader who thrived under the guidance of a great career mentor, consider yourself lucky. Today’s ambitious industry professionals really want a mentor, but can’t seem to find one. 🔎🍀 In a recent survey of 3,000 professionals 🗣️ 76% said they think "people with mentors are happier at their current jobs than those without." But only 37% said they have one. 🪜 Are you that game-changing career mentor someone is missing? Retail veteran, executive coach, and author Laura Ravo says the act of mentorship isn’t just a role to play, it’s a legacy to leave. And it’s time for more retail and hospitality leaders to step up. ❤️‍🔥 In Episode 08 of FRONTLINE FRIDAYS, host Ron Thurston and Laura Ravo will unpack what it takes to be an effective career mentor for ambitious retail professionals. They’ll dig into: ▪️ The growing gap in mentor-mentee relationships ▪️ What’s stopping some leaders from stepping up ▪️ Qualities of a great mentor and how to cultivate them ▪️ What to do if you’re still looking for your own mentor