Mentorship Unlocked

The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success

Janice Omadeke

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
29 April 2024

Personnel & human resources management; Working patterns & practices; Advice on careers & achieving success

Unlock the power of mentorship in your journey to success in this practical and inspiring guide

What is a mentor? Why is having a mentor crucial to success? Or how do you make sure that you're a good mentor? In Mentorship Unlocked: The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success, veteran entrepreneur and innovator Janice Omadeke delivers an insightful discussion of mentorship, including what it is, how to find a qualified mentor, and how to make mentorship work for you. In the book, she explores the mentorship advice that helped her start a groundbreaking company after studying entrepreneurship and strategic management at MIT and Harvard.

You’ll find practical steps you can take to build your own plan for finding the right mentor for you, or for becoming someone else’s trusted advisor. You’ll also discover:

Compelling personal anecdotes and quotes from the author’s own mentors that shed light on key issues arising from that unique relationship Contemporary research and data about mentorship Strategies and techniques you can apply immediately to find a mentor or get more value from an existing mentor relationship

Perfect for both established and early-career professionals, Mentorship Unlocked is also an essential read for managers, executives, and other business leaders who aim to better understand one of the most powerful types of relationships crucial to success.

By: Janice Omadeke
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 158mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 431g
ISBN: 9781394243228
ISBN 10: 1394243227
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 29 April 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

About the Author ix Introduction xi Chapter 1 Laying the Foundation: The Parallels between Mentorship and Entrepreneurship 1 Chapter 2 The Inner Compass: Guiding You to Outstanding Mentorships 7 Chapter 3 Essential Mentorship Principles for All 19 Chapter 4 Finding Mentors and Developing Your Mentor Persona 45 Chapter 5 Creating a Narrative That Resonates 59 Chapter 6 Genuine Connections: Conducting Meetings with Future Mentors 69 Chapter 7 The Invitation: Asking Someone to Be Your Mentor 83 Chapter 8 Preparing for Mentor Interactions for Better Results 93 Chapter 9 Fostering a Powerful Connection: The Secrets of Effective Mentor Communication 109 Chapter 10 Navigating Mentor Relationships throughout Your Career 121 Chapter 11 Establishing Mentor Relationships in the Early Days of Entrepreneurship 137 Chapter 11A Full Circle: Embracing the Next Phase of Your Mentorship Journey 167 Chapter 12 Core Principles for Becoming an Effective Mentor 169 Chapter 13 Crafting Your Authentic Mentor Identity for a Fulfilling Experience 185 Conclusion 209 Notes 211 Acknowledgments 213 Index 215

JANICE OMADEKE is a visionary leader, renowned for her unique approach that combines compassion, empathy, and direct strategic guidance. Her expertise, which transcends traditional leadership paradigms, has garnered attention in prestigious platforms such as Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Inc. Beyond her entrepreneurial journey with The Mentor Method, which played a pivotal role in reshaping company cultures, Omadeke’s impact extends far beyond, earning her a spot among Entrepreneur magazine’s Women of Influence. Her philosophy centers on empowering others to believe in their potential with the same conviction and passion she brings to her work and mentorship.