Mentoring is defined by the Cambridge dictionary as the act or process of helping and giving advice to a younger or less experienced person, especially in a job or at school.
There are three types of mentoring:
Group mentoring;
Peer mentoring; and
One on one mentoring
Each type brings different rewards and benefits.
How does mentoring support women in security and technology fields?
Guide and make recommendations to assist with traditional or non-traditional training pathways
Provide support and guidance when navigating through challenges and industry issues
Provide insight into industry certifications
Provide encouragement
Work to develop a career plan and achievement of goals
Mentor the mentee to be come a leader
Recommend them for job promotions, salary increases and more responsibilities to guide them into positions of leadership
There are many more ways in which mentors provide support to women in security and technology fields
Does mentoring contribute to increased success in your career?
Research has shown, women who receive mentoring achieve a greater level of career success.
Organizations who have active mentoring programs benefit from increased employee retention, and overall job satisfaction.
