{"id":3639,"date":"2020-01-23T17:25:06","date_gmt":"2020-01-23T17:25:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leoevents.com\/?p=3639"},"modified":"2020-01-27T16:52:35","modified_gmt":"2020-01-27T16:52:35","slug":"navigating-the-meetings-events-industry-a-look-at-the-value-in-mentorship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leoevents.com\/blog\/navigating-the-meetings-events-industry-a-look-at-the-value-in-mentorship\/","title":{"rendered":"Navigating the Meetings &#038; Events Industry &#8211; A Look at the Value in Mentorship"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3646 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/leoevents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Blog-Post-Mentor-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"366\" height=\"168\" \/>January is National Mentoring Month, and we\u2019re highlighting the power of mentorship through a look into the thoughts and values of event industry professionals from all age ranges and levels.<\/h3>\n<p>As mentorship plays a key role in opening up opportunities, developing two-way relationships, and leaving the next generation with the tools necessary to succeed in the meetings and events industry, it\u2019s important to dive deep into the lessons and perspectives professionals bring to this topic.<\/p>\n<h3>What Makes A Good Mentor?<\/h3>\n<p>While we know a good mentor has the willingness to invest in others and ability to give honest and direct feedback, \u201cI think a good mentor is all about setting a good example in your everyday actions. It\u2019s one thing to be able to teach and train someone 1-on-1 but the most valuable lessons I\u2019ve learned from my mentors are simply through observing their actions,\u201d stated Ellie Nixon, LEO Producer. A good mentor also \u201cprovides opportunities for growth and allows you to take risks on your own \u2013 even if you fail, you learn,\u201d said Amelia Seaton, Meeting &amp; Events Coordinator.<\/p>\n<h3>What Makes A Good Mentee?<\/h3>\n<p>A good mentee is \u201cintentional with goals for exercise and prepared with questions and comments,\u201d stated April Harbour, Director of Festivals &amp; Public Events. Administrative Assistant, Brenna Caillat followed with \u201cIt\u2019s someone that has the ability to take accountability and be honest with one\u2019s self to learn more and gain wisdom, general humility and trust in the process.\u201d Graphic Designer Taylor Feeney said, \u201cAn individual that is willing to learn, take criticism, and be self-reflective will make a successful mentee.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s the Most Valuable Takeaway in a Mentor\/Mentee Relationship?<\/h3>\n<p>The mentor\/mentee relationship may be one of the most important connections we have in live as it provides introductions to new concepts, outlooks or philosophies. 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