Episode 9: Social Distancing doesn’t have to Disrupt Mentorship

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The focus of this podcast is on B2B mentorship which aligns with the Green Bay Packers (GBP) Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) and expands on a blog article written on April 6, 2020 by David Smith and Brad Johnson (HBR blog).

Mentors and protégés readily acknowledge that current recession/pandemic times are new to all. Potential benefits of practicing social distancing are:

· Growth fostering

· Role modeling

· Mentor learning opportunities

· Value-added learnings (tech, interaction with clarity, affirmations)

· Awareness of email shortcomings (unclear tone)

ABC Tip: Leaders eat last!

New video conferencing technology is stepping up to provide clean, honest interaction and offer flexibility in scheduling. During these extended times of self-quarantine, we can feel less isolated and more accessible for co-workers, clients and mentor-protégé relationships. Anna Steinfest and Dr. Michael Troyer outline three recommendations for building a solid mentor-protégé or mentorship relationship. To receive a copy of A Quick Action Guide for Coping with Recession contact [email protected]. Our ABC Podcast: Lessons in Success, Episode 9: Social Distancing doesn’t have to Disrupt Mentorship.

Show notes:

Mentorship delivers varied results for protégés and mentors. Many mentors, typically from larger corporations, have noticed that small companies can react and implement change faster than their greater organizations. Protégés seek and receive expert mentorship guidance and someone to lean on. Michael and Anna explain the brighter side of social distancing. ABC Podcast Tip of the Week: Be a cheerleader! Give affirmation, validate each other and acknowledge the situation.