The Value Of Mentoring In Driving A Success Culture-The Value Of Mentoring In Driving A Success Culture-1

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The webinar, hosted by the Institute of Sales Professionals, focused on mentoring in business culture. Gurinder Singh, Head of the Global Sales Training Academy at Expert HR, explained why mentoring matters, tracing its roots in society and business, and distinguishing it from training and coaching. Mentoring was described as a long-term, relationship-based process that shares wisdom, supports personal development, and encourages self-discovery. The session also covered reverse mentoring, where younger employees share fresh perspectives and digital skills with senior colleagues. Singh outlined practical tips for both mentees and mentors, including planning goals, active listening, empathy, trust, confidentiality, and giving constructive feedback. He emphasized selecting the right mentees and mentors, securing leadership buy-in, and using mentoring to improve retention, engagement, and career satisfaction. A poll showed many attendees already use mentoring, though some do not. The webinar ended with a Q&A on building trust in mentoring relationships and resources for further learning.

Keywords

mentoring

business culture

reverse mentoring

leadership development

employee retention

constructive feedback