52 STEPS FORWARD

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Love Each One…

Love Each One…

And Hate Them All? Examples Abound It is the racist White guy who truthfully has Black friends.   It is Bob who announced during bible study that he hates White people.  While I am confident his proclamation does not apply to me, I accept his words and believe he...

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Here are the “Receipts”

Here are the “Receipts”

Here are the “Receipts” Mentees secure the most significant value and express the greatest appreciation of mentorship through their actions. Respectfully listen and carefully consider the information provided or discovered, use what you believe is valuable, and...

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This is How You Do It

This is How You Do It

How to Work It Mentees, resist the temptation to implore, “Just give me the answer!”  Outside of specific subject matter expertise or in perilous circumstances requiring a strong hand, mentors should not even recommend a course of action.  You are not a child needing...

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Starting Off on the Right Foot

Starting Off on the Right Foot

Hiding in Plain Sight You can cast a wider net since specific subject matter expertise or a close personal relationship is not required. A mentor may be a member of your cycling group, a former business colleague, a fellow supporter of your favorite charity, etc.  A...

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The Invaluable Relationship

The Invaluable Relationship

Stating the Case It is simple. Mentorship enables growth you cannot achieve alone. Once you recognize its value, you find it is only appropriate for two “select” groups: those who want more out of life and those who want to give more to life. The Association for...

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