Mentoring Archives - John Kobara

Accidental Mentoring

January 25, 2022

The worst way to get a mentor is to go find one.
The best way is to see the one that’s already there.
Jeff Goins

When we look for mentoring in a single person, it’s like going to library wanting knowledge and looking for a single book of answers.

You looking for a mentor? A better mentor? You need one!
Why? What do you need?

Answers to the secrets of life. It doesn’t work that way.

You need to surround yourself with and seek truth tellers versus cheerleaders.

Meaning of Mentoring

January 6, 2013

In honor of National Mentoring Month, we need to celebrate, advocate, and encourage mentoring. Each of us has the power to mentor. Regardless of age

Find Mentoring not a Mentor

December 2, 2012

May be the number one question I am asked: "How do I find a mentor?" Usually this question is shrouded in mythology, poor assumptions, and

Mentor First: Pay it Forward

October 16, 2012

The most popular radio station in the world is WII-FM. WII-FM is shrill and repetitive. WII-FM is What's In It For Me. We have to

Do you really want to know what I think?

May 29, 2011

Maybe it is the aging process or a deluded sense of maturity but being diplomatic seems less and less relevant. Certainly, there is a great

Mentor, teacher, coach–What do I need?

April 24, 2011

This is an important question. There are times when you need teachers and coaches, but, In my opinion, you ALWAYS need a mentor or three.

The Passing of a Coach, Mentor and Legend

June 6, 2010

After an extraordinary life of 99 1/2 years, Coach John R. Wooden died. His legacy is so vast and well documented, I will not spend

Truth and Candor: Key Ingredients in the Recipe of Mentoring and Networking

May 15, 2010

Remember in Liar Liar when Jim Carrey's character was only allowed to to tell the truth. "Do you like my new dress?"– he was asked. "Whatever

The Power of Following

May 8, 2010

As humans we follow. The concept of leadership is only valuable if there are followers. It is just another version of followership. CEOs, US Presidents,

Are you mentor-able?

October 11, 2009

First like to share two quick but potent sources of inspiration I had this week in the hope that vicariously it inspires you. Saw Gustavo

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Accidental Mentoring

Meaning of Mentoring

Find Mentoring not a Mentor

Mentor First: Pay it Forward

Do you really want to know what I think?

Mentor, teacher, coach–What do I need?

The Passing of a Coach, Mentor and Legend

Truth and Candor: Key Ingredients in the Recipe of Mentoring and Networking

The Power of Following

Are you mentor-able?

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