Coaching and mentoring are complementary strategies that can be used to develop a holistic approach to your work, working effectively together because they have differing foci.
In coaching, the conversation starts with a discussion about your goals and what a successful outcome will look like for you. You’re encouraged and supported to increase your self-awareness and self-reflection both to achieve your goals and as a sustainable form personal development. Coaching relationships are typically time-limited as you work towards your goals and building your capacity in becoming your own advisor.
In mentoring, the conversation focuses on your longer-term needs or aspirations. The mentor draws on their personal work-related knowledge, experience and insights to provide guidance and support to you across professional areas, setting goals and developing professional competence.
So, which is the right one for you?
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Working with Me
With over 20 years’ experience of working with colleagues in the health and social care & health library sectors, and as Editor-in-Chief of the Health Information and Libraries Journal, I believe that with the right type of support anyone can achieve their goals.
Aligned with my philosophy of #Encourage #Support #Enable I offer assistance in helping you articulate and achieve your goals, whether in taking stock of your current situation, planning for the future, or simply wanting to share your practice through the written word.
If that sounds like something you’d be interested in exploring, get in touch for an informal chat. Maria.
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