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The art of mentoring: learning in two directions

Once again, I am very happy and grateful to collaborate as a mentor in the Mentorship Program at IE University (School of Science & Technology), supporting new graduates from its master’s programs at the start of their professional careers. 🎓✨

Being part of this initiative always reminds me that mentoring is a two-way exchange (circular exchange): while we guide on professional strategy, career orientation, or decision-making, we learn from the energy, curiosity, and refreshed vision of the new generations. 🔄

The IE School of Science & Technology program stands out for approaching professional development from an integral perspective:

  • Methodology and growth: leaning on tools like the GROW model (Goals, Reality, Options, and Way Forward) to define clear goals and concrete action plans.
  • Personal sustainability: promoting essential values such as “Healthy, Humble, and Human”, well-being, and managing personal/professional balance.
  • Applied innovation: incorporating the responsible and ethical use of Generative AI as a catalyst for talent development.

Accompanying future leaders through this growth process is always a highly enriching experience.

Many thanks to the IE University team for renewing their trust in me for another year, and to all the mentees for sharing their talent and enthusiasm! 🙌

More information at the link 👇

Also published on LinkedIn.

Juan Pedro Bretti Mandarano
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