Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People
MENTOR’s Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People is a free resource written by experts in the field to benefit any adult looking to support young people. Full of real-world advice and evidence-based strategies, it provides mentors with tangible strategies to “be there” for young people in their various life journeys and teaches them about the core skills, key principles, and critical practices of mentoring.
Podcasting since 2022 • 13 episodes
Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People
Latest Episodes
Expanding Networks of Support
By helping their mentees strengthen existing relationships and form new connections, mentors can encourage the exploration of diverse pathways and improve their mentee’s access to new opportunities. For more information about MENTOR...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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20:11
Effective Conversations About Behavior Change
Some of the most effective ways to encourage positive behavioral changes in a mentee are to ask questions, engage in active listening, and express empathy and understanding. For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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23:01
Goal Setting and Support
Intentionally supporting your mentee through the process of setting and pursuing goals is one important way you can guide them towards discovering new passions and a strong sense of purpose.For more information about MENTOR or to b...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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28:16
Building Critical Consciousness and Youth Activism
Youth power building is not about rendering adults useless – it’s about centering young people and positioning adults as supporters and resources rather than leaders.For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as acce...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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29:04
Honoring Youth Voice and Building Power
Adults interested in elevating youth voice must learn how to listen critically and be willing to take a step back and share power with young leaders.For more information about MENTOR or to become a mentor as well as access to links refer...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:47