From Mentee to Mentor: Finding a Path to Professional Development

The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch

In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast I have Dr. Ruth Gotian interviewed, a respected expert in mentoring and leadership development. Ruth is Chief Learning Officer and Associate Professor of Education in Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medicine. She is celebrated as a globally recognized expert in mentoring by Nature, the Wall Street Journal and Columbia University.

Dr. Gotian highlights the transformative power of mentoring and emphasizes its importance for personal and professional development, particularly for women and systemically disadvantaged members of society. She provides valuable insights into effective mentoring strategies and the difference between mentors and gate mentors, drawing on her extensive experience mentoring executives in various industries.

The central theses

“In any profession, those who are cared for deserve and outperform those who are not.” Dr. Gotian highlights the transformative power of mentoring and emphasizes its crucial role in the personal and professional development of both the mentor and mentee. Effective mentoring techniques such as active listening and cultivating strong relationships form the foundation of a successful mentoring dynamic. By creating a culture of mentoring in the workplace and seeking diverse mentoring experiences, individuals and organizations can achieve their full potential, drive innovation, and thrive in today’s competitive business environment.

Questions I asked Dr. Ruth Gotian says:

[01:44] How does working as an anesthetist fit into the area of ​​mentoring?

[03:26] What are the first steps to take to get a mentoring relationship going?

[05:57] Would you say that the organizing approach described in your book is what people should use as a platform?

[10:31] How often does the mentee become a mentor?

[11:35] How beneficial is mentoring for women and marginalized groups in our society?

[14:54] Why do mentoring programs fail?

[16:33] Can you explain the phrase from the mentor’s perspective: “Hear what is not being said”?

[17:37] Should mentoring be integrated into the company culture?

[18:08] Where can people connect with you and learn more about mentoring?

More about Dr. Ruth Gotian:

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