Ep #7: Navigating Training and Conferences

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Discover how transformative mentoring relationships are built from both sides of the table. Whether you're looking to guide others or accelerate your own growth, this podcast reveals the art and science behind meaningful mentorship. Each episode combines actionable strategies with compelling real-world stories, showing you how to navigate difficult conversations, set clear expectations, and create lasting professional relationships that benefit everyone involved. From first-time mentors learning to give effective feedback to ambitious mentees maximizing every interaction, we explore what separates good mentoring from great mentoring—and how both parties can thrive in the process.

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Ep #7: Navigating Training and Conferences

Mentoring IRL

32 minutes 42 seconds

1 month ago

Ep #7: Navigating Training and Conferences

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Keywords: mentoring, professional development, training, conferences, networking, career growth, mentee responsibilities, value demonstration, supervisor trust, follow-up

Takeaways

Mentors are crucial for guiding mentees in their professional development.
Conferences provide invaluable networking opportunities for career growth.
Mentees should take responsibility for identifying their training and conference needs.
Mentors can offer unique insights into mentees' career paths.
People skills become increasingly important (more than technical skills) as one advances in their career.
Mentees should take action to demonstrate the value of their training to their organization.
Building trust with supervisors is essential for training approvals.
Networking is as important as the skills learned at conferences.
Mentees should prepare (and share) their learnings with their teams post-conference.
Always follow-up with new contacts — this is vital for maintaining professional relationships.

Summary: In this episode, Angela and Bill discuss the significance of mentoring in professional development, particularly in the context of attending conferences and training. They emphasize the importance of networking, identifying training needs, and the responsibilities of mentees in seeking out opportunities for growth. The conversation also highlights the necessity of demonstrating the value of training to supervisors and the role of mentors in guiding their mentees through these processes. The episode concludes with practical advice on follow-up strategies for maintaining professional relationships established at conferences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the M Conference Experience

02:44 The Importance of Mentoring in Professional Development

05:28 Identifying Skills and Training Needs

07:59 Networking: A Key Component of Conferences

10:53 Mentee Responsibilities in Training Selection

13:27 Evaluating Training and Conference Value

16:07 Demonstrating Value Post-Conference

18:54 Building Trust and Relationships

21:08 Prioritizing Training Opportunities

23:39 Conclusion and Resources