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Today’s episode is with Scott Jeffrey Miller, an accomplished executive with Franklin Covey, a seven-time bestselling author, and the host of the ‘On Leadership’ podcast. We discuss the world of mentorship, and the 13 roles a mentor can play as outlined in Scott’s recent book, “The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship.”

Scott shares his insights on the differences between leadership and mentorship, emphasizing that not all great leaders make great mentors. He also highlights the importance of self-awareness in mentorship, encouraging mentors to understand their own personality and leadership style. Tune in to learn more about the intricacies of mentorship from one of the industry’s leading voices.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. The 13 distinct roles a mentor can play, as outlined in Scott’s recent book, “The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship
  2. The key differences between leadership and mentorship, and why not all successful leaders make effective mentors.
  3. The significance of self-awareness in mentorship, and the need for mentors to understand their own personality and leadership style.
  4. The complexities and nuances of mentorship from one of the industry’s leading voices.

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