Sample Cohort 5
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When the path starts raising questions
Experience is not valuable only for success. The days we made wrong decisions or faced challenges are also lessons that help others see their options. Sharing begins with listening to what the recipient is facing.
In a sample mentoring circle, a senior starts by asking the junior what problem they want to solve, then works together with them to consider options instead of deciding for them. Listening makes the shared experience relevant to what the recipient actually needs.
A small piece of advice may help others move forward
Instead of telling people what they should do, invite them to explore goals, options, and what is still unknown. Share experiences with context, then open space for listeners to choose the path that suits them.
Being a mentor does not mean having every answer. Sometimes helping clarify a question, or sharing how you once made a decision along with its context, helps the mentee see more options. The relationship grows from listening and respecting each other's decisions.
A Message for Fellow TNI Members
Start the discussion with the learner's goals. Invite them to choose one thing they want to try, and schedule a time to review what they have found. Small follow-ups help the conversation continue as learning.
If you have an experience you would like to share, the association welcomes story ideas that could be developed into real interviews to help members from different cohorts learn from one another.