What I Got Wrong About Mentorship by Simon Sinek

Mentoring has the power to shape not only careers but also lives.

We are excited to share an inspiring video from Simon Sinek.

What I Got Wrong About Mentorship

In this video, Simon Sinek shares his personal journey and revelations about mentoring. Mentoring, as Simon explains, is not just about imparting wisdom from one person to another. It’s a dynamic, evolving relationship akin to friendship, where both mentor and mentee learn and grow together.

Simon recounts his experience with his mentor, Ron Bruder, and how their relationship blossomed over time. He highlights a pivotal moment when Ron, whom Simon deeply admired, responded to being called a mentor by saying, “And I love that you’re mine.”

This moment underscored the reciprocal nature of true mentorship.

Simon dispels the myth of transactional mentorship, emphasising that genuine mentor relationships evolve naturally, much like friendships. They are built on mutual respect, trust, and the willingness to invest time and energy in each other’s growth.

As Simon beautifully puts it, a mentor always has time for you because they see something special in you. They teach, but they also learn, finding value and growth in the relationship just as much as you do.

Watch the full interview here.