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OVe rthe last couple of years I've had pretty successful mentoring relationship with one of my firms senior execs. I followed the M's advice on choosing a mentor, making the approach, running the meetings, choosing the areas for discussion and I'd have to say that it was well worth it.
However, now, after two years I want to wind up the relationship. When I raised it with my mentor I detected a genuine look of disappointment and I think his feelings may have even been a bit dented. He suggested that we could keep going or we could wind it up here. The tone was definitely of the "let's keep going" variety.
I'm a High C, High S, so said I'd get back to him on what to do next.
I still wish to wind up the relationship, but now don't really know how. We live in separate cities so I think a thank you note is probably the best approach.
Any suggestions?
thanks
Diversification
He'll never be replaced. I would convey the point that your future successes will inevitably be tied to his contribution and now you need to gain a new perspective and most importantly, start mentoring others. I would thank him for his input over the years and let him know you'll still be in touch.
Like a band-aid.
Best regards,
Martin [High C, Mid I, Low S]
Diversification
He'll never be replaced. I would convey the point that your future successes will inevitably be tied to his contribution and now you need to gain a new perspective and most importantly, start mentoring others. I would thank him for his input over the years and let him know you'll still be in touch.
Like a band-aid.
Best regards,
Martin [High C, Mid I, Low S]
Thanks Martin - that's an
Thanks Martin - that's an excellent guide. I can certainly point to the mentoring of others that I am now involved in - which ironically includes one of his staff!
thanks again