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14.08.2023

What is the difference between coaching and mentoring?

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Shona Garner, Shona Garner Coaching Business Coach & Mentor

What is the difference between coaching and…

What is the difference between coaching and mentoring?

Coaching and mentoring are terms which are often used interchangeably. They are both development approaches based on the use of one-to-one conversations to enhance an individual’s skills, knowledge, and work performance. See the table below for some of the key differences.

Coaching

  • Relationship has a limited duration
  • Structured with scheduled meetings
  • Coach doesn’t need experience within coachees role
  • Helps people to discover and fulfil their potential
  • Task orientated focusing on individual specific skills and development
  • Non-directive it is about self-reflection and awareness

Mentoring

  • Ongoing relationship over a period of time
  • More informal and ad-hoc meetings
  • Mentor usually experienced in the mentee position
  • About sharing experience and knowledge
  • Follows a more holistic approach focusing on development of mentee
  • Directive approach - advising and informing

 Consider using coaching when:

  • Delivering significant change in an organisation.
  • Making a transition to a different or more strategic role
  • Developing managerial or interpersonal skills

Consider using mentoring when:

  • Developing talent as part of succession planning
  • To remove barriers that hinder success from minority groups
  • To develop people beyond their current competencies and skills

 WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

I support individuals and organisations to reach their full potential through coaching, mentoring and assessment. I am passionate about helping people to realise their workplace capabilities and career aspirations. I aim to work with clients in a professional, confidential, and relaxed space so that you can find answers to the goals that are important to you. Please get in touch if you want to find out how I can help you.

  • Mentoring
  • Coaching
  • Development
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Mentoring HR Teams/Individuals
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Shona Garner Shona Garner Coaching Business Coach & Mentor

I am a professionally qualified Executive coach and mentor (ILM Level 7) and I help others to create change that delivers measurable results. I have over 25 years’ experience in Human Resources and…
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