MENTORING
PROTEGE information
The goal of the APEGGA mentoring program is the transfer of work related soft skills from more experienced members to less experienced members.
CHARACTERISTICS OF A PROTEGE
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Willingness to take the initiative at all stages of the mentoring relationship
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Willingness to learn and improve skills
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Strong belief in confidentiality
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Ability and willingness to listen actively
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Commitment to the time involved in establishing an effective relationship with your mentor
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Willingness and ability to self-evaluate
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Self-confidence
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Commitment to setting goals
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Open to feedback and accepting personal responsibility for meeting agreed upon goals
BENEFITS OF BEING A PROTEGE
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Enhanced work-related soft skills, e.g. teamwork, negotiating skills.
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Becoming more goal-directed in your career development
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Increased self-confidence
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More accurate self-assessment of your strengths and weaknesses
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Increased knowledge of how organizations function
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Enhanced work performance and success with potential for promotion
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