An essential update to the thoughtful classic on mentorship, rich with advice for mentoring in today’s world

Mentoring is a proven way to promote growth and development, accelerate learning, fast-track leadership, improve retention, elevate morale, strengthen recruitment, and promote diversity. The Mentor’s Guide explores the critical process of mentoring in educational, nonprofit, corporate, and government environments. Managers, teachers, and leaders in any setting will benefit from these practical tools for facilitating the mentoring experience from beginning to end. With hands-on exercises, this unique resource helps you successfully navigate the learning journey, whether you’re mentoring or developing a mentorship program.

Authored by two of the top minds in leadership today, this updated Third Edition offers new and expanded ­coverage of the important and timely topics of cultural competency, inclusion and diversity, mentoring online, ethical mentoring, and how to continue self-growth as a mentor. You’ll also find new references, exercises, and technology that reflect the very latest developments in the mentoring world. This is a must-have update to the bestselling guide that’s beloved by ­mentors everywhere.

“A mentor is a wise, trusted advisor. The Mentor’s Guide provides poignant insights and pragmatic instruction for conveying wise advice that fosters insight and facilitates growth. A must-read for anyone who cares about the power and potential of talent.”

—CHIP R. BELL, author, Managers as Mentors

Explore the latest edition of an authoritative resource on professional and educational mentoring

In the newly revised Third Edition of The Mentor’s Guide: Facilitating Effective Learning Relationships, veteran mentoring experts Lois J. Zachary and Lisa Z. Fain deliver a thoughtful and rich exploration of the critical process of mentoring. The book offers practical tools for facilitating the mentoring experience from beginning to end.

In addition to walking you through the four phases of mentoring—preparing, negotiating enabling growth, and coming to closure—this important book provides:

• Brand-new content on diversity, inclusion, and equity, as well as tools to enhance virtual mentoring relationships
• The ethics of mentoring, including how to handle common ethical pitfalls and mistakes
• Hands-on worksheets and exercises to facilitate the mentoring and learning process

Perfect for leaders, managers, and educators, in any career or professional setting, The Mentor’s Guide is an indispensable tool to help navigate your learning and mentoring journey.