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14.08.2023

What is the difference between coaching and mentoring?

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Shona Garner, Shona Garner Coaching

What is the difference between coaching and…

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What is the difference between coaching and mentoring?

Coaching and mentoring are terms which are often used interchangeably. They are both development approaches based on the use of one-to-one conversations to enhance an individual’s skills, knowledge, and work performance. See the table below for some of the key differences.

Coaching

  • Relationship has a limited duration
  • Structured with scheduled meetings
  • Coach doesn’t need experience within coachees role
  • Helps people to discover and fulfil their potential
  • Task orientated focusing on individual specific skills and development
  • Non-directive it is about self-reflection and awareness

Mentoring

  • Ongoing relationship over a period of time
  • More informal and ad-hoc meetings
  • Mentor usually experienced in the mentee position
  • About sharing experience and knowledge
  • Follows a more holistic approach focusing on development of mentee
  • Directive approach - advising and informing

 Consider using coaching when:

  • Delivering significant change in an organisation.
  • Making a transition to a different or more strategic role
  • Developing managerial or interpersonal skills

Consider using mentoring when:

  • Developing talent as part of succession planning
  • To remove barriers that hinder success from minority groups
  • To develop people beyond their current competencies and skills

 WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

I support individuals and organisations to reach their full potential through coaching, mentoring and assessment. I am passionate about helping people to realise their workplace capabilities and career aspirations. I aim to work with clients in a professional, confidential, and relaxed space so that you can find answers to the goals that are important to you. Please get in touch if you want to find out how I can help you.

  • Mentoring
  • Coaching
  • Development
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Mentoring HR Teams/Individuals
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Shona Garner Shona Garner Coaching

I am a professionally qualified Executive coach and mentor (ILM Level 7) and I help others to create change that delivers measurable results. I have over 25 years’ experience in Human Resources and…
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