Mentoring Topics

Education

One of the topic areas that most under utilizes mentoring is Education. Whether in grade school, technical school, or higher education, mentoring can make the difference between failure and success. The power of education mentors is outlined in the recently published The Making of World-Class Graduates (Lance Orndorff, 2011). In fact, it was the cornerstone publication that led to the creation of MentoredActionPlan.com.  Mentoring is a powerful tool in ensuring that students get the most out of their education experience.

Business

Starting, growing, and managing a business, whether one is an entrepreneur or corporate leader, is a complex and demanding endeavor. There are many moving parts and the job requires the move back and forth between visionary and taskmaster, manager and leader. In that whirlwind of activity and effort, the role that mentor can play is tremendous. The mentor or mentors are able to watch from a 10,000 foot vantage point. And in doing so, the mentor is able to see behavioral trends, stress points, scope creep, and other dynamics that are nearly impossible for the business client to capture.

Fitness

Wow. Mentors lead to fitness success – period. Whether the goal is weight-loss, strength building, body mass enhancement, body sculpting, health maintenance, after-care health recovery, or sports training, the on-going education, accountability, and positive motivation that results from fitness mentoring is significant. And the cost savings of connecting with one of our fitness mentors can reduce trainer costs by 90%!

Spirituality

Your ideas about our spiritual nature change over time. Where at one time you thought and believed just as those around you, your spouse, your family, or your friends, now you find it uncomfortable sharing your thoughts. But how will you grow without a soundboard to challenge your thoughts, ideas, and beliefs in a positive, growth oriented manner? A spiritual mentor. Now you are no longer alone with your thoughts and ideas. You have a mentor to challenge you think deeper and explore who you are, why you are alive, and how you can contribute to this world in a meaningful way.

Life

Writing & Publishing

Marriage

The day when most all North Americans are connected with a local religious leader, who usually served as the marriage mentor and counselor, are behind us. Now, as many individuals live out their spiritual lives privately or do not have the aforementioned relationship, a long-term marriage mentor can serve as the resource a couple needs to keep things going in a positive direction. A marriage mentor with a positive, strong voice and mediator between the married couple encourages sustained growth and understanding.