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    Learn mentoring techniques for personal and professional development. Understand how to support, guide, and motivate mentees.

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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Cooperation, Decision Making, Peer Review, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, Team Motivation, Self-Awareness, Solution Delivery, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Mentorship, Growth Mindedness, Supervision, Collaboration, Communication Strategies

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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Collaboration, Mentorship, Teamwork, Empowerment, Decision Making, Active Listening, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Science and Technology of China

      职场修炼:学习、创新、协作与自我实现

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Time Management, Problem Solving, Innovation, Lifelong Learning, Productivity, Workflow Management, Quick Learning, Resourcefulness, Adult Education, Collaboration, Learning Strategies, Open Mindset, Operational Efficiency, Adaptability, Teamwork, Personal Development, Self-Awareness

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Leading Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Trustworthiness, Team Motivation, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Performance Management, Organizational Structure, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Goal Setting, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Intel

      Leader of Learning Experiences

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Lesson Planning, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Strategies, Teamwork, Collaboration, Student Engagement, Virtual Environment, Curriculum Planning, Creative Problem-Solving, Stress Management, Solution Design, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Business Leadership, Overcoming Objections, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Advocacy, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      583 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Resilience, Stress Management, Mental Concentration, Self-Motivation, Persistence, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Attributes, Productivity, Positivity, Time Management, Accountability, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership, Decision Making, Visionary

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Growing your Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Thought Leadership, Influencing, Communication, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Professional Networking, Leadership, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Branding, Growth Mindedness, Social Media Strategy, Adaptability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Technical Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Business Writing, Grammar, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Technical Communication, Writing, Communication, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Rapport Building, Trustworthiness

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Éxito Profesional

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Business Writing, Cash Management, Critical Thinking, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Time Management, Entrepreneurship, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Project Schedules, Feasibility Studies, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling, Concision, Team Building, Problem Solving, Business Management, People Management, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Inspiring and Motivating Individuals

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Employee Engagement, Team Management, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Goal Setting, Visionary, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Constructive Feedback, Performance Appraisal, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Growth Mindedness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mentoring courses

    • Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback: University of Michigan
    • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone: Arizona State University
    • 职场修炼:学习、创新、协作与自我实现: University of Science and Technology of China
    • Leading Teams: University of Michigan
    • Leader of Learning Experiences: Intel
    • Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values: University of Virginia
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Growing your Influence: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Technical Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Éxito Profesional: University of California, Irvine

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
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    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Mentoring

    Mentoring describes a learning relationship between two people, usually in a work or school environment. The mentor guides, supports, and offers feedback to the mentee about a variety of topics, including career-related decisions, work-life balance, and organizational skills. This arrangement aims to maximize the potential of a mentee who's adjusting to a new work environment or establishing a career path.‎

    It's important to learn how to mentor because it makes you a better employee and gives you an opportunity to give back to others. Ideally, the mentor-mentee relationship is reciprocal, and both people benefit from the work they do together. When you mentor a new employee, you build your leadership and communication skills, which can open advancement opportunities. It also lets you view your work from a new perspective and gives you a sense of satisfaction that you're helping others.‎

    Learning how to mentor and putting into action the skills you develop put you in a position for leadership roles within your organization. You may earn a promotion to a supervisory or managerial position. The process of mentoring other people also deepens your knowledge of your own position. Your productivity may increase and lead to other jobs with your current or future employers.‎

    The kind of people best suited for roles in mentoring are, first of all, enthusiastic about their work. They are often experts in their field, but continually seek to learn as much as possible about the field and how to improve their performance. At the same time, they want to pass on their knowledge.

    Successful mentors understand the power of active listening. They listen to their mentees so they fully understand their needs and can develop a plan to address them. Mentors should have empathy and genuine respect for their mentees and be able to give them honest feedback.‎

    Online Mentoring courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Mentoring skills. Choose from a wide range of Mentoring courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Mentoring, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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