Mentoring Approaches for Long-Term Personal and Professional Development
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cchpbspdvsklconfoth-10
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About the Article
Mentoring represents a long-term, holistic approach to personal and professional growth, distinct from yet complementary to coaching. This article explores the principles, methods, and outcomes of effective mentoring relationships, emphasizing trust, respect, communication, and shared reflection as their foundation. Through comparative analysis, it distinguishes mentoring’s advisory and experiential nature from the structured, goal-driven processes typical of coaching. Practical strategies—such as collaborative goal setting, personalized development planning, and emotional support—are presented alongside real-world examples that demonstrate how mentoring nurtures confidence, leadership, and career progression. The article positions mentoring as both a developmental and relational practice, highlighting its capacity to foster resilience, lifelong learning, and sustained professional advancement.
Key Topics
- Mentoring versus coaching
- Long-term professional and personal development
- Trust, respect, and communication in mentoring
- Collaborative goal setting and development planning
- Emotional support and reflective practice
- Leadership cultivation and lifelong learning
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Mentoring Approaches for Long-Term Personal and Professional Development. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cchpbspdvsklconfoth-10
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