Reverse Mentoring... Gaining True Perspective in Another's Shoes
Jacqueline A. Hinds MA (HRD) CEIC MCEP
Multi-Award Winning CEO of Emotional Intelligence International UK & Europe || Board Chair & Advocate for Violence Against Women & Girls || International Keynote Speaker || Author || PhD Candidate
"If you want to harvest in one year, grow a crop. If you want a harvest in ten years, grow trees. If you want a harvest that will last a lifetime, grow people." ~Chinese Proverb~
What is it about a Reverse Mentoring Programme that organisations, and more, importantly the C-Suite are now signing up to?
Like most things that are trending now, it's a bit like fashion, everyone is interested in it, trending it and showcasing it!
My question is...
Are you undertaking a Reverse Mentoring Partnership for the right reasons and, more to the point, what are going to be the tangible and developmental outcomes for mentor and mentee growth?
What can organisations do to ensure that it is done with all the good intentions this initiative is meant to provide?
I'm sure if we trawl the newsfeeds, we'll see a lot of dialogue from concerned or disgruntled individuals, vocalising their disappointment in organisations that are embarking on, or have undertaken such an initiative, for it to be seen and treated merely as a tick box exercise; in order to say they've done it.
Are you curious to find out how Reverse Mentoring can be of great benefit to all involved?
Fantastic!
Read on... for some points to consider and, benefits that reverse mentoring can bring to the mentor, mentee and the organisation.
About the Author:
Jacqueline Hinds is Board Chair & International Liaison for the Society of Emotional Intelligence International as well as, chair of the Society of Emotional Intelligence, UK Chapter, a Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach & Leadership Consultant and, a Leadership Fellow with the Society of Leadership Fellows, St George's House, Windsor Castle and Managing Partner of Synergised Solutions. She has over 25 years of knowledge, skills and expertise within the Human Resource Development arena; working within key corporate and public sector organisations. More recently, Jacqueline has been collaborating within the Cybersecurity arena and is now a Collaborative Partner and Advisory Member of the SHe CISO Exec. Leadership Programme. She is passionate about people… Helping them to Realise, Unlock and Release their true Potential to be the best that they can possibly be; whether it’s through coaching, personal development or emotional and cultural intelligence training and/or coaching including 1:1 feedback assessment. Her diverse skills and abilities, enable her to provide a bespoke service tailored specifically for her clients’ needs. Jacqueline is contactable via: [email protected] or www.wilsonhindsconsulting.com
NHS Inclusive Career Development Programme Lead & Training Manager
5 年Excellent and timely article. RM is a very powerful development tool when used in the true sense. Truly insightful at senior levels. Thanks Jacqueline, I embrace this and looking forward to you coming back at PAH.
Transformation through Business Therapy...
5 年Thanks for sharing Jacqueline, I'm a strong advocate for reverse mentoring and have been practicing this and other varients for nearly 10 years... A truly powerful approach particularly with Senior Leadership Teams, creating 'shadow boards' & teams is also another extention to Reverse Mentoring techniques. Happy to share my insights also if anyone is interested. My advice is, just have a go. ..
Associate Director of Nursing and Quality at NEFT NHS Trust
5 年I have signed up for this!??????
Virtual CISO | Managing Director Meta Defence Labs | SHe CISO Exec. Founder | TEDx Speaker | NCSC Cyber Advisor for Cyber Essentials
5 年Love the quote "If you want to harvest in one year, grow a crop. If you want a harvest in ten years, grow trees. If you want a harvest that will last a lifetime, grow people."