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Mentors are over-utilized, under-trained and, as studies show, under-deliver. From an employer's perspective, assigning a mentor is often a band-aid to a larger problem. From an employee's perspective, a lack of formal mentorship is seen as a serious, career-inhibiting problem, the equivalent of sailing a boat without a rudder.In The Mentor Myth, Debby Carreau represents this dichotomy, explaining that while a mentor's counsel can be invaluable, it is not the silver bullet human resources professionals often purport it to be. The opinions of a mentor are one data point, one piece in the much more complex game of navigating a career. In fact, the increasing overreliance on mentorship can actually be a hindrance to a successful career.Instead of continually looking outward for career guidance, aspiring professionals must realize that they possess all the tools necessary to take control of their own careers by using their own strengths, capabilities, and visions of success.
About the Author
A three time inductee as one of Canada's Most Powerful Women™ and author of The Mentor Myth, Debby Carreau is a proven leader helping businesses create great workplaces. As CEO and Founder of Inspired HR, her organization advises businesses on optimizing the workplace experience and becoming an employer of choice.
In 2015 Inspired HR was recognized as Canada's Top HR Consultancy and they provide Human Resources support for over 300,000 employees in many industries.
Debby is often asked to speak and write about workplace issues and developing talent for organizations. Debby is frequently interviewed regarding optimizing human capital, women in the workplace and the importance of diversity. Debby's recent coverage includes Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Bloomberg Businessweek, Huffington Post, INC, MSNBC, BBC and many others. Her focus is on women in the workplace and optimizing workplace effectiveness. As one of the few female members of Young Presidents Organization she is often asked to consult about the importance of human capital for business results with CEOs and politicians globally and she is a contributor to CNBC.
