Mentoring 101 Quotes

“You have to look at the person’s gifts, temperament, passions, successes, joys, and opportunities. And once you find that seed, you need to fertilize it with encouragement and water it with opportunity. If you do, the person will blossom before your eyes.”
― John C. Maxwell, Mentoring 101

“When you give of yourself, it benefits you, the organization, and the receiver.”
― John C. Maxwell, Mentor 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know

“Trying to get the right person in the right job can take a lot of time and energy. Let’s face it. Isn’t it easier for a leader to just put people where it is most convenient and get on with the work? Once again, this is an area where leaders’ desire for action works against them.”
― John C. Maxwell, Mentor 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know

“A person consumed with himself never considers spending time raising others up.”
― John C. Maxwell, Mentor 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know

“UCLA basketball coach John Wooden told players who scored to give a smile, wink, or nod to the player who gave them a good pass. “What if he’s not looking?” asked a team member. Wooden replied, “I guarantee he’ll look.” Everyone values encouragement and looks for it.”
― John C. Maxwell, Mentor 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know