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Women Speed Mentoring Event

The Pros and Cons of Speed Mentoring

Speed mentoring is a popular format for mentorship events due to its simplicity and low administrative burden—especially when compared to traditional, long-term mentoring programs managed manually without match-making software. Unlike structured mentorship programs that require careful matching and management, speed mentoring is often a one-time event designed to facilitate introductions between mentors and mentees. However, […]

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The Power of Forgiveness: Lessons from a Mentor, Cathy Sommerville

The Power of Forgiveness: Lessons from a Mentor

Guest Blog by Cathy sOMMERVILLE, lEARNING & DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR, oNEuPoNEdOWN Foreword, by Natalie Robinson, Co-Founder OneUpOneDown Cathy was my first official mentor, and she taught me many profound lessons. One of the most impactful was understanding the difference between apologising and asking for forgiveness. I used to over-apologise—saying sorry for things that didn’t require an

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Understanding Stress Cycles A Mission for Women’s Well-Being Emily Serebryany

Understanding Stress Cycles: A Mission for Women’s Well-Being

Guest Blog by Emily Serebryany, Co-Founder, Female Leadership Evolution Institute (FLE) As a Co-Founder of the Female Leadership Evolution Institute, I have dedicated my mission to helping women understand stress cycles and avoid burnout. My journey began with personal experiences that highlighted the urgent need for this work. I am a two-time founder, and in

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Mentoring for Performance & Mentoring for Development

Mentoring for Performance & Mentoring for Development

As professionals progress in their careers, mentorship plays a critical role in shaping their development. A mentor not only provides guidance and shares knowledge but also helps mentees overcome challenges and make decisions that align with their true aspirations. Two powerful approaches mentors can adopt are mentoring for performance and mentoring for development. Understanding when

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Brene Brown BRAVING Inventory Framework

Mentorship: A Practice to Develop BRAVING Skills

Mentorship is a powerful tool for personal and professional development, offering a rich environment for building and refining trust through the BRAVING Inventory framework. BRAVING, an acronym coined by Brené Brown in her book “Dare to Lead,” outlines seven essential components of trust: Boundaries, Reliability, Accountability, Vault, Integrity, Non-judgment, and Generosity. Let’s explore how mentorship

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Leadership Mentoring: Why All Great Leaders Practice Mentorship

It’s rare to meet a top-performing leader who hasn’t been shaped by leadership mentorship. Not only have these leaders benefitted from guidance along their journeys, but they’ve also often served as mentors themselves. This dual role of learning and guiding is crucial for personal and professional growth. Mentorship isn’t just about individual success; it’s about

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Embracing the Portfolio Career: A Diverse Workstyle for Multi-Passionate Individuals

You know when you hear something that completely resonates with something you’ve experienced, and you feel validated like you’ve just found your thing? For me, that moment came with the discovery of a “Portfolio Career.” During a meeting with a woman who, much like myself, relished the diversity of engaging in various activities for her

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