Podcast: Coach or Mentor: What’s the Difference?
The Leader’s Intent Podcast Featuring Guest Bill Fournet
Zig Ziglar once said, “A lot of people have gone further than they thought they could because someone else thought they could. ” Are you ensuring your team members have the support they need to succeed?
In the quest to develop our teams, we often turn to coaching or mentoring. These tools are often treated similarly, when in fact each one has its own purpose and role. On this episode of the Leader’s Intent podcast, Bill Fournet joins host Ronnie Stephens to talk about the differences between a coach and a mentor. They also touch on some common mentoring philosophies and questions.
Episode Highlights
[0:23] The difference between a coach and mentor. [2:02] Bill Fournet’s philosophy on mentorship. [5:53] Critical skills a mentor can help develop. [9:49] Bill Fournet’s coaching philosophy. [13:54] Common themes in coaching engagements. [23:48] How to know if you need a coach or mentor. [29:09] How to find a coach. [30:16] Expanding your leadership toolbox with books and podcasts. [33:27] A commitment to do the work.
Listen to the Full Episode Here
If you missed episode one of the Leader’s Intent Podcast featuring Bill Fournet conducting a discussion about natural born leaders, click here.
And if your organization needs help developing a coaching or mentoring program, contact Bill Fournet for a discovery call to learn how he help you help you develop your next-generation leaders.
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