MY JOURNEY TOWARDS EMBRACING STRUCTURED MENTORSHIP

(MOLIVES MENTORS CLASS: COHORT 1)

Background

In my quest to make meaningful impact as a mentor, I have come to appreciate the immense value and transformative power of structured mentorships. My journey towards embracing a more organized and systematic approach to mentorship has been fueled by a deep-seated belief in the potential of mentorship to shape lives and drive positive change but most importantly enable growth for the mentee.

Testimonial

My Testimony on navigating excellence through lessons learned in my structured mentorship classes has been a pivotal experience. This has not only expanded my paradigm for knowledge sharing but has ensured that as I embark on a journey through structured mentorship classes I also lay out a robust foundation for my future mentorship endeavors. 

Under the guidance of our facilitator and lead consultant at Molives the lessons learned were instrumental in shaping my understanding of effective mentorship to propel my application of best practice in my mentoring journey. One of my main takeaways was the importance of effective communication and emotional intelligence. Our lead facilitator emphasized on the significance of establishing open and honest communication channels between mentors and mentees. The lessons illuminated the crucial role that effective communication plays in fostering a supportive and constructive mentorship relationship. Learning to articulate goals, expectations, and challenges has equipped me with the tools to cultivate a transparent and communicative mentorship environment.

The structured nature of the classes also underscored the value of setting measurable objectives.  Molives adeptly demonstrated how establishing specific measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals can guide the mentorship journey. This strategic approach ensures that both mentors have a clear roadmap, fostering a sense of direction and purpose in the mentorship process.  I am now better prepared to apply this principle to tailor my mentorship objectives to the unique needs of mentees.

The mentorship classes highlighted the significance of adaptability and flexibility in mentorship dynamics.  Molives shared real-world scenarios that showcased the need to tailor mentoring styles to the individual needs and preferences. This lesson in adaptability has broadened my perspective on mentorship, empowering me to approach each mentoring relationship with a flexible and responsive mindset. I am confident that the structured, mentorship classes equipped me with a comprehensive toolkit of best practice.  Armed with the lessons learned, I am prepared to foster an environment of open communication, set meaningful and achievable goals, and adapt my mentoring approach to meet the unique needs of each mentee I handle.

I extend my sincere gratitude to Molives Mentors for imparting not only knowledge but also practical wisdom that will undoubtedly shape the success of my mentorship endeavors. I am also delighted to have met like minded individuals who are in the same journey of life in knowledge sharing, guidance but above its role for purposes of growth. This is an exciting journey for me and I am delighted I’ve chosen this path of being a mentor.

With Gratitude,

Evalyne Nyamgero

Business Development Consultant