Podcast Summary: ABM Mentoring Playbook – Guided Reflection or Supervision

This episode of the ABM Mentoring Playbook podcast, hosted by ABM founder Kerrie Dorman, delves into the topic of "Guided Reflection or Supervision." Joining her is Nicki Deeson, an ABM Fellow and certified mentoring supervisor. Nicki brings years of experience as a former global CFO, accredited coach, and supervisor, offering a wealth of expertise in reflective practices and mentoring supervision. Her approach emphasises practical tools for personal and professional development in mentoring relationships.

Key Learnings

 1. The Value of Supervision: The discussion highlights how guided reflection fosters growth and accountability in mentors, enhancing their ability to support mentees effectively.
 2. Practical Approaches: Nicki shares methods to incorporate reflective practices into mentoring, ensuring mentors remain resourceful, self-aware, and equipped to manage challenges.
 3. Key Questions: The episode introduces reflective questions to deepen understanding of mentor-mentee dynamics and improve the outcomes of supervision sessions.
 4. Importance of Preparation: Preparing for supervision sessions ensures focused and productive reflections, leading to actionable insights.

Listeners can access a questionnaire to prepare for their next supervision session. This tool helps structure reflections, making the sessions more impactful.

Tune in to learn how guided reflection can transform your mentoring practice and elevate professional relationships.

Guided Reflection or Supervision?

In this Mentoring Playbook episode, ABM founder Kerrie Dorman discusses exciting advancements in three AI spaces with expert guest Cian Duggan, founder and CEO of Applied Insights AI.

Key themes include:

 * AI Evolution and Small Business Implications
 * How to use AI tools to optimise processes
 * AI: Threats and Opportunities for SMEs
 * Enhancing SME Operations with AI Tools
 * Key AI Insights for Mentors and Mentees
 * About  FindingInsights A

About Applied Insights AI

At Applied Insights, we know leadership is evolving, and we’re here to empower leaders to navigate today’s complex, exponential world. Using leading cognitive science, AI-powered tools, and a vibrant community of business leaders, we provide real-time insights and tailored coaching that help leaders make informed decisions and scale their organizations with confidence.

Our goal is to enhance decision-making, improve team connectivity, and drive sustainable growth, supporting leaders at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re a new CEO or a seasoned executive, Applied Insights equips you with the insights, solutions and network to thrive in uncertainty and lead with clarity.

AI in Business Mentoring

In this month's episode, ABM Founder Kerrie Dorman speaks with mentoring thought leaders and authors Prof David Clutterbuck and Prof Bob Garvey about all things mentoring & coaching. 

All Things Professional Business Mentoring

In  this month's episode of the ABM Mentoring Playbook, ABM founder Kerrie Dorman speaks with ABM Full member Jonathan Ratcliff about the art of active listening.

Throughout this episode, Kerrie and Jonathan dive deep into the importance of truly hearing your mentee, the techniques to enhance your listening skills, and how active listening can transform mentoring relationships. Whether you’re a seasoned mentor or just starting out, this episode offers practical tips and real-world examples to help you become a more effective and empathetic mentor. Tune in to discover how active listening can make all the difference in your mentoring journey.

Active Listening in Business Mentoring.

In this episode of 'The Mentoring Playbook', our members-only skill development podcast, ABM founder Kerrie Dorman speaks with the authors of the 'Financial Times: A Complete Guide to Effective Mentoring', Dr. Ruth Gotian and Andy Lopata.

Andy Lopata shares his 'Mentoring Scorecard' tool, which allows you to measure the impact of your mentoring relationships and guides you through various steps of reflection to evaluate your mentoring practice.

Download the matching PDF resource to make the most out of this episode.

The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring

Welcome to today's episode of the ABM Podcast, where we delve into the critical aspects of business mentoring. I'm your host, Kerrie Dorman, founder of the Association of Business Mentors. Today, we have a special guest, Brenda Etchells, who serves as the North Chair for ABM and is an experienced business mentor &  ILM7 graduate.

In this episode, we’ll be discussing the importance of contracting with mentoring clients—a foundational element for a successful mentoring relationship. Brenda brings her wealth of experience and insights to this discussion, helping us understand why a well-structured contract can set the stage for effective mentoring.

So, whether you’re a seasoned mentor or just starting out, stay tuned as we explore the best practices and key considerations for contracting with your mentoring clients.

Key Learnings:

 * Clear Expectations: Establishing a contract helps set clear expectations for both mentors and mentees, defining the scope and objectives of the mentoring relationship.
 * Confidentiality: A contract ensures confidentiality, building trust and providing a safe space for open and honest communication.
 * Roles and Responsibilities: Outlining specific roles and responsibilities prevents misunderstandings and ensures both parties are aware of their commitments.
 * Goals and Milestones: Setting specific goals and milestones in the contract helps in tracking progress and achieving desired outcomes.
 * Duration and Frequency: Agreeing on the duration and frequency of meetings upfront ensures consistency and commitment from both sides.
 * Conflict Resolution: Including a conflict resolution clause in the contract provides a framework for addressing any issues that may arise during the mentoring process.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of why contracting is essential and how it can significantly enhance your mentoring practice.

Contracting with Mentoring Clients

Welcome to the ABM Mentoring Playbook!

During this first episode of the ABM Mentoring Playbook podcast, ABM founder Kerrie Dorman discusses the key differences between mentoring vs coaching with ABM Director Tim Anderson.

Discover two downloadable resources for this episode on your ABM Member portal.

For any questions, please get in touch via enquiries@associationofbusinessmentors.org

The difference between mentoring & coaching

Experienced business mentor Kerrie Dorman speaks with experts on relevant mentoring skills and techniques.

