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Mentor the Leader: A Transformational Approach

Mentor the Leader: A Transformational Approach

Oluwakemi J. Elufiede, Bonnie B. Flynn
Copyright: © 2017 |Pages: 22
ISBN13: 9781522519683|ISBN10: 1522519688|EISBN13: 9781522519690
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1968-3.ch009
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Elufiede, Oluwakemi J., and Bonnie B. Flynn. "Mentor the Leader: A Transformational Approach." Comprehensive Problem-Solving and Skill Development for Next-Generation Leaders, edited by Ronald A. Styron, Jr. and Jennifer L. Styron, IGI Global, 2017, pp. 188-209. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-1968-3.ch009

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Elufiede, O. J. & Flynn, B. B. (2017). Mentor the Leader: A Transformational Approach. In R. Styron, Jr. & J. Styron (Eds.), Comprehensive Problem-Solving and Skill Development for Next-Generation Leaders (pp. 188-209). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-1968-3.ch009

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Elufiede, Oluwakemi J., and Bonnie B. Flynn. "Mentor the Leader: A Transformational Approach." In Comprehensive Problem-Solving and Skill Development for Next-Generation Leaders, edited by Ronald A. Styron, Jr. and Jennifer L. Styron, 188-209. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2017. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-1968-3.ch009

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Abstract

This chapter discusses the importance of mentoring the leader, whether formally or informally, to help successfully prepare one for a leadership role. In particular, the authors suggest using a transformational leadership approach during the mentor-mentee relationship since it has proven to be effective in various working environments. Literature related to various aspects of leadership, mentoring, and generational diversity is reviewed. There are four elements to help successfully mentor a leader: motivation, innovation, integration, and evaluation. All four elements are beneficial to critical thinking skills, personal growth and development, interpersonal skills, and team building. The Mentor-Leader Relationship Scale (MLRS) is introduced as a tool for leaders to reflect on their experiences with their mentor in relation to the four elements.

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