For March 2022, Chris Holman once again catches up with Carrie Rosingana, Chief Executive Officer, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing, MI, serving Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties.
ANSWER: To start off, it’s important to recognize, there are three main types of mentorship:
1. Buddy/peer mentoring
2. Career mentorship
3. Life mentorship
There is one similar factor between all types of mentorship in that it provides people with opportunity and a support system that is necessary for growth. Mentors play an essential role preparing current and potential workers for their jobs and careers, often years before they join the workforce. Having a mentor is such a valuable resource for.
On the other side of mentoring is the mentor themself. Almost anyone can be a mentor – and mentoring benefits the mentor almost as much as their mentee. Being a mentor is rewarding and keeps individuals engaged in the field or work they do.
QUESTION: How have you seen mentorship impact your own life?
ANSWER: I myself have been both the mentee and mentor throughout my career. And I can say with certainty, I wouldn’t be where I am today without both of those types of experiences. To this day, I rely on input from my mentors and also find so much inspiration from my mentees. These relationships have helped further integrate me into the workforce field and continue to motivate me to keep advocating for change.
