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4. Mentoring


                                                                                                    9. Bring Closure to Individual Mentoring Connections. Entrepreneurs are advised
                                                                                                    to develop  a  clear  exit  strategy  for  their  business  to help  them  focus  upon  a
                                                                                                    tangible outcome. Mentoring is similar in the sense that without defining a closure
                                                                                                    point, the mentoring process can wander aimlessly. As a mentoring connection
                                                                                                    progresses, work with the mentor and mentee to identify mileposts that indicate
                                                                                                    when mutually established goals have been reached. Establish a formal process
                                                                                                    that brings closure to the mentoring experience. Within this process, provide an
                                                                                                    opportunity for both the mentor and mentee to reflect upon what was learned,
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                                                                                                    discuss next steps for the mentee, and provide feedback.
                                                                                                    10. Broadcast Mentoring Successes. After a mentoring program begins, the focus
                                                                                                    naturally shifts into operating the program and keeping it running smoothly. Keep
                                                                                                    in mind, there are likely many more potential participants waiting for signs that
                                                                                                    joining the program is worth their time and effort. Continually demonstrate the
                                                                                                    value of the program, recognize participant contributions, and spotlight successes.
                                                                                                    This best practice effort will bring energy to the program, expand participation, and
                                                                                                    increase overall support within the organization.

                                                                                                    5. Evaluation
                                                                                                    a. Evaluation of skills and competences

                                                                                                    The definition given in the EQF system states that competence is the proven ability
                                                                                                    to use knowledge, skills and personal, social and/or methodological abilities, in
                                                                                                    work or study situations and in professional and personal development. In the
                                                                                                    context of the European Qualifications Framework, competence is described in
                                                                                                    terms of responsibility and autonomy. Competencies are not strictly related to one
                                                                                                    single task or skill, but are requirements to be able in performing every kind of task
                                                                                                    or skill. Even if competencies are more related to the personality than professional
                                                                                                    skills and knowledge, they often make the difference between a successful and a
                                                                                                    less  successful  worker.  The  competencies  need  a  careful  definition  by  the
                                                                                                    employer and partner organization / training provider, because often they are
                                                                                                    characteristics very  high  regarded  by  employers  and  can  make  the  difference
                                                                                                    between getting a job or not. Usually there are some general competencies, which
                                                                                                    are valid in all kind of jobs as the following ones, who can be assessed with Y/N
                                                                                                    system,  going  on  with  the  same  principles:    Communicating  well  and  clearly
                                                                                                    Understanding and applying the basic job and relational rules  Arriving in time at
                                                                                                    work  Working both alone and in team  Adapting one's behaviors to circumstances
                                                                                                    Decision making skills  Being able in motivating, resolving mistakes.
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