C-suite executives face an unprecedented cascade of simultaneous challenges—AI transformation, regulatory upheaval, geopolitical instability, and economic turbulence. Unlike previous generations who weathered single crises, today’s leaders must navigate sustained uncertainty that many have never experienced before.
So, how can the right mentor transform leadership under pressure? And what makes mentorship relationships truly effective for senior executives?
In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to three of our trusted advisors—Kurt Harrison, Amanda Foster, and Jeffrey Cheng—who share their perspectives on:
Why seeking the support of a mentor doesn’t equate to weakness
Why finding mentors with experiential alignment is more important than industry experience
Why vulnerability and authenticity are critical in building fruitful mentor-mentee relationships
The common mistakes leaders make when entering mentorship engagements
Amanda Foster
Leadership Advisor, Russell Reynolds Associates
(01:56) How sustained uncertainty differs from episodic crises and why this changes mentorship needs
(04:02) Why cross-industry mentor-mentee pairings are often the most successful
(11:03) The importance of building authentic mentorship relationships
(14:18) How external mentors provide objective perspectives often impossible internally
(17:51) Strategies for maximizing value from mentor relationships through preparation and goal-setting
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