Really appreciated this perspective on the multiplier effect of mentorship. In my experience implementing mentorship programs across different organizations, I've observed another fascinating dimension to this ripple effect: structured programs can actually accelerate and amplify this multiplication.
When mentors are supported with the right framework and community, they don't just mentor one person - they often end up informally mentoring 3-4 others outside the program. More interestingly, I've seen mentees in well-structured programs become effective mentors much faster than in traditional one-off mentoring relationships. They seem to internalize not just the advice they receive, but also the methodology of effective mentorship itself.
This creates an even more powerful multiplier effect - not just in terms of numbers, but in the quality and sustainability of the mentorship chain. Thank you for sparking this reflection!
Mentorship has always been my multiplier effect and I was paying my respects by spreading the word across and wish more organizations adopt this beautiful cultural model.
Really appreciated this perspective on the multiplier effect of mentorship. In my experience implementing mentorship programs across different organizations, I've observed another fascinating dimension to this ripple effect: structured programs can actually accelerate and amplify this multiplication.
When mentors are supported with the right framework and community, they don't just mentor one person - they often end up informally mentoring 3-4 others outside the program. More interestingly, I've seen mentees in well-structured programs become effective mentors much faster than in traditional one-off mentoring relationships. They seem to internalize not just the advice they receive, but also the methodology of effective mentorship itself.
This creates an even more powerful multiplier effect - not just in terms of numbers, but in the quality and sustainability of the mentorship chain. Thank you for sparking this reflection!
Interesting insights Igor.
Mentorship has always been my multiplier effect and I was paying my respects by spreading the word across and wish more organizations adopt this beautiful cultural model.