Traditional mentoring grew from the concept of the older and wiser guiding the young and aspiring. Masters and apprentices, patrons and protégés and mastermind (expert/novice) mentoring continue this paradigm.

Contemporary mentoring has many forms and frequently people regard each other as partners, colleagues or peers, ignoring age, status or power. This more egalitarian approach suits today's generation and has much to offer.

Contrasting The Traditional Mentoring Paradigm with Contemporary Thinking

Ann Rolfe

This article is an exerpt from the eBook Mentoring Demystified, by Ann Rolfe.  Ann is Australia's most published author on mentoring and has over twenty-five years experience in learning and development. For the last fifteen years, Ann has specialised in helping organisations and individuals enjoy the benefits of mentoring. Widely respected as a consultant and presenter, her training programs and resources are used internationally to develop and support mentoring.

Ann Rolfe is the founder of Mentoring Works where they help you create mentoring conversations, relationships and programs that work. They offer a comprehensive range of resources that provide clear, practical guidance based on extensive experience and expertise.  For more information and a full copy of her eBook, visit  www.mentoring-works.com.