Ensuring the Transfer of Learning

Ensuring the Transfer of Learning

There are many advantages to being raised on a farm. You learn a lot about how nature really works. Instead of watching milk come pouring out of a carton, you get to see it come squirting out of a cow. Before high-tech milking machines, milk made its way to your glass...
Are You Creating Protégé Cuttings?

Are You Creating Protégé Cuttings?

Legacy is one of the strongest arguments for effective mentoring.  It leaves behind a remnant of mentor greatness that helps perpetuate wisdom gained through experience.  Legacy is more than pleasant memories or stories retold at special occasions.  Stories are...
The Alchemy of Mentoring

The Alchemy of Mentoring

The word “alchemy’ has its origin in ancient times when certain practitioners were able to turn common metals into precious metals, like gold and silver. But, the other part of alchemy was the creation of an elixir that, when drank at a certain time (say 5 o’clock),...
Conducting the Learning Symphony

Conducting the Learning Symphony

The first violinist-conductor of a Johann Strauss concert literally leapt from his seat as the chamber orchestra performed the Champagne Waltz. It was if the composer himself was present–especially since this concert was occurring in the very hall where Strauss...
The Mentor’s Message: Model Authenticity

The Mentor’s Message: Model Authenticity

“You are Interstate Hotels and Resorts,” said Vice President Jill Kallmeyer at her all-managers conference. “So take personally every encounter with every guest and every associate. Your genuine passion is what attracts guests to our brand.” The words come from a...