While mentoring is typically designed for the benefit of the mentee, those with an active mentor/mentee relationship have confirmed the experience positively impacted their overall wellbeing and enhanced their own personal growth and career development.
When working with younger, aspiring workers, it is not uncommon to remember being in their shoes as you simultaneously realize how far you’ve come. You also have a deep appreciation for the education, training and interpersonal skills that were critical to your advanced and success. Sharing this perspective with a mentee can be tremendously helpful in growing your leadership capacity and recognizing your strengths.