Philo4Thought Inc.
Hellenic Mentoring Initiative
Over 500,000 served!
Est. 2009

Mentoring Course

Coaching Series

Become a Mentor

2-Part Training
(Select Saturdays)
11AM-12PM

(Email info@philo4thought.org to register)

Program Details

Description: 

We invite new and continuing mentors to complete a short, 2-Part, 1-Hour training to ensure that we continue to provide top mentoring services to our the current and incoming young professionals in our community. Mentors are currently being recruited from across North America as well as France, UK, Greece and other regions with young professionals in need of our services.

 

This activity is also open to directors of other organizations who are looking to create a sustainable mentoring initiative.

Those who choose to take the time to learn about these crucial skills often benefit from having a better understanding of people, how to convey knowledge in an active learning environment and help people build themselves and prosper. Administrative directors and programming coordinators will learn about the common challenges of managing a mentoring group so that it remains a safe, professional and productive learning space for all those involved.  

Prepare to be an effective mentor to young professionals at any level along their academic or professional paths!

  • Learn about the differences between coaching and mentoring as well as different types of coaches and mentors.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of how coaches and mentors help others.
  • Learn (or improve upon) good managerial and leadership skills that are required for effective coaching/mentoring.
  • Gain more confidence in your ability to advise others soundly and effectively.
  • Learn about different occupations related to your coaching/mentoring interests.
  • Learn about the requirements needed to serve as a coach or mentor.
  • Develop a better understanding of people and why they come in for guidance.
  • Learn about professional expectations for empowering coaching/mentoring.
  • Learn (or improve upon) coaching and professional relationship-building skills.
  • Learn about common pitfalls that lead to poor mentoring/coaching.
  • NEW: Learn about Team Building exercises in your organization or mentoring group.

Training Cost: 

  • FREE for Philo4Thought 2021-22 Passport Members who are looking to become Mentors for the upcoming academic year!
  • 50% off ($25) for those who completed a mentoring course with us in previous years.
  • $50 for those taking the training for the first time.
  • NOTE: All proceeds, which are tax deductible educational expenses for all attendees, cover our training and technical costs; a portion also goes towards our annual Scholarship Fund.

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Payment Options

Instructor & Moderator

Prof. Chris Salboudis

CEO, Philo4Thought

Alexandra Liotopoulos

Director: Community Programming & Development
ITINERARY 

10:55am Log On to Zoom Platform

  • The event link will be emailed to all those who have registered on Eventbrite.

11:00am Welcome Address & Dedication, HYP Event Instructor and Moderator:

  • Alexandra Liotopoulos (Programming Director, Philo4Thought)
  • Prof. Chris Salboudis (Founding CEO, Philo4Thought; Career Coach, etc.)

11:05am PART I: Build Your Mentoring and Coaching Skills  

  • This course is designed to help attendees unlock their positive mentoring or coaching potential.
  • Having an effective mentor or coach can be an important developmental building block in one’s academic and professional path. 
  • A good mentor knows how to build a person’s confidence and skills within a given profession.
  • Mentors and coaches are experts who provide long- or short-term guidance over time.

11:35am PART II: The Future of Guidance through Major Transitions

  • Learn about different ways to provide guidance for College-to-Career transitions.
  • Learn about different ways to provide guidance for Work-Life transitions or Lifestyle adjustments.
  • Learn when to step back (rather than hover).

11:45am PART III: Advising on Resume & Professional Profile Designs 

  • Provide standardized guidance about the latest tips and tricks to prepare an appealing resume or CV.
  • Provide standardized guidance about the latest tips and tricks to prepare an appealing professional profile.
  • Note: Some tips are already provided on our YouTube Channel, so we will direct attendees to these as well since time is limited. Please post a comment on YouTube once you’ve completed watching the video. We will share the link with those in attendance. 

11:55am Open Q&A Session

  • Attendees are welcome to post additional questions in the Zoom chat to be addressed at this time.
  • If you have questions after the training, please feel free to email info@philo4thought.org.

12:00pm Closing Remarks

MAJOR TAKEAWAYS:

  • Finding & Utilizing Resources
  • Terms & Conditions for Maintaining a Safe and Professional Mentoring/Coaching Environment
  • Designing Effective Profiles & Resumes
  • Providing Guidance on Major College-to-Career or Work-Life Transitions
  • Related topics and benefits outlined above.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 

Information covered is helpful for all

  • Peer Mentors & Community Leaders
  • Professional Mentors & Coaches
  • Related service providers (educators, counselors, recruiters) who are looking to establish a mentoring program in their own organization.

ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

  • The event will take place entirely on Zoom.
  • Only those who register online will receive the Zoom Link and Password.
  • All those who are interested in mentoring are welcome to sign up!
  • Please share this event announcement with friends!

Credits & Dedication

We thank those contributing to this event, starting with our guest speakers and strategic partners and

Alexandra Liotopoulos, Andi Rustani & Marinos Dakis @ Philo4Thought

Our esteemed guest speakers.

This event is dedicated to the memories of Dr. Nadine Sabbagh and Mr. & Mme. Elie Sabbagh.

Check Out our Featured Video on Our YouTube Channel