What Six Business Mentors Discovered When They Finally Tried It If you're a mentor — new or experienced — you may heard people talk about supervision . You might have thought: Is that something I really need? Will I be judged? What if I'm doing it “wrong”? What actually happens in a supervision session? You’re not alone. Almost every mentor arrives at their first session with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension. And that makes complete sense. Supervision is unfamiliar ter

In mentoring, questions are your most powerful tool. They shape the direction of the conversation, influence how deeply a mentee reflects, and determine whether they leave the session with genuine insight or simply with your opinion dressed up as guidance. But there’s a subtle trap that even seasoned mentors fall into: Are you asking the question from your  perspective, or theirs? The Temptation to Lead the Witness Open questions are often celebrated as the gold standard of m

How often do you end a mentoring session and wonder, "Did I ask the right questions? Did I really help my mentee?" Reflection is the...

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Maslow proposed his hierarchy of needs 80 years ago, so it is well tried and tested. Although (as he noted) there was little scientific...

Practical Skills Sharing with Philippa As business mentors, our role isn’t to give answers—it’s to unlock clarity, encourage reflection,...

This 20-minute podcast gives simple tips to improve your reflections and to use supervision in your coaching and mentoring practice

A mentor’s mentor or supervisor is not merely a guide; they are a source of current knowledge, best practices, and fresh perspectives.

Getting the most out of reflection as a Business Mentor or Coach Reflection journal and coffee That’s easy, right? I just think about...

The Seven-Eyed Model It can benefit you in several ways during a supervision session by ensuring a comprehensive, reflective, and...

Are you a mentor or coach looking to enhance your skills and reach the peak of your potential? Professional supervisor guidance could be...

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