This week, I introduced you to three more archetypes of mentors to avoid: Malignant Mentors. Combine these with the Missing Mentors and Mismatched Mentors I’ve written about in the past, and it becomes clear that…
Mentorship is supposed to be about guidance, support, and growth. But what happens when the elements are already in place for a toxic relationship? Noel the Controller is the embodiment of a mentor who abuses…
Mentorship can be both a blessing and a challenge in the workplace. Take the case of Lori the Loyalist—a mentor I trusted, but who ultimately put her loyalty to the organization above her loyalty to…
In the world of mentors and mentoring, not every one of them has your best interests at heart. For example, consider Harry the Hoarder—a boss and would-be mentor who always puts his needs above those…
It’s easy to give advice. I think I find it easy to take advice too. But for me to heed the words that I say to others? Not so easy. So this one is for…
Let’s show everyone how we’re celebrating the end of the week! Post an image (you or a passable proxy) that shows how you’re feeling on this fine Friday. Me? I’m feeling proud! Two weeks into…
While we’re on the topic of team projects, an important thing to keep in mind is this: good friends aren’t always good teammates. Have you encountered this? I hope it didn’t cost you a friendship….
Yesterday I wrote about the start of the new semester and some of the issues that arise with team projects. When I need to be involved in a team’s well-being, that often means that it’s…
What if they’re on your team next time? (part 1) The start of the new school year means new class projects, always involving a client from the real world. You won’t convince me that a…
It’s easy to give advice. I think I find it easy to take advice too. But for me to heed the words that I say to others? Not so easy. So this one is for…