The Benefits of Group Mentoring
People coming together to be mentored in a group has many benefits, group mentoring not only reduces cost as opposed to individual mentoring but also provides a support network.
- Collective wisdom: Group mentoring provides an opportunity to discuss with like-minded people your goals and dreams and bounce ideas and thoughts off others. It also provides an opportunity to explore feelings that others may have experienced. The group process provides an environment where you learn from the insights and contributions of others. The learning that occurs in a group from listening to other members’ stories, ideas and concerns is a powerful mirror for an individual’s growth.
- Accountability to each other: Group mentoring brings an element of accountability to others, it can be a great motivator when you come to each session and discuss your progress and achievement of goals and the barriers to achievement with others who are empathetic and supportive. Participants also receive constructive feedback from multiple sources, which enriches the development process. Group mentoring holds you accountable while still giving you time and space to reflect.
- Opportunity to build networks and friendships: Group mentoring allows you to make new connections and form real friendships with others. It also gives you freedom, opportunity, and confidence to explore ways to enrich personal connections. It enhances your own compassion, empathy and emotional intelligence. Listening to others’ stories helps you understand your own life story.
- Increases motivation and energy: Group mentoring is a great motivator. We can often feel exhausted, overwhelmed and are self-critical, knowing you have the support from other participants as well as from the facilitator encourages you, boosts energy levels, builds confidence, and motivates you to keep going!
- Developing your Tribe: You get to know other group members well and develop trust with them leading to an extended network of relationships that enrich your life. Bonding amongst group members who offer mutual support and encouragement can act as a powerful catalyst for change.
- It’s cheaper! This is an obvious benefit, the lower cost for group mentoring may be a contributing factor for mentoring clients to say yes.
How I can help…
If you would like to explore mentoring in your organisation and how it can work for you and your staff, then please get in touch. Together we can identify what you want to achieve from a mentoring programme and how to go about achieving it.
I have put together an e-guide on Introducing a Mentoring Programme in your organisation, if you would like a copy, you can download it HERE
