Guides:

Finding a Mentor (Vimeo Video): A guide to finding a mentor to help you with your clinical academic work, and why it’s different from a supervisor.

Otto Scharmer on the four levels of listening (YouTube Video): Listening is a key part of both coaching and mentoring, but how often do we really listen to each other in a way that generates connection and understanding?  Watch this video from Otto Scharmer describing different levels of listening.  Consider the level of listening you find yourself most often, and where you might aspire to be. 

The Mentor Perspective (Video): This presentation contains personal perspectives from a mentor and guidance for your conversations with your mentor

Before embarking on a mentoring relationship (Webpage): There are 9 sections in the article, the most important sections to read are as follows; What is mentoring?  How is mentoring different to coaching?  What makes an effective mentee?  What to consider when choosing a mentor, What makes an effective mentoring relationship?

What is the Difference between Coaching and Mentoring? (PDF): document from an NHS organisation, giving an insight into coaching and mentoring and the differences/similarities between the two approaches to development. 

Similarities and differences between coaching and mentoring: