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How to Mentor Without Creating Dependency
In this episode of The Career Mentor Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore the tricky art of mentoring without fostering dependency. They use the real-world case of tech giant Microsoft's transition to a growth-mindset culture under CEO Satya Nadella to illustrate how mentors can empower mentees to make their own decisions. Lucas explains the 'scaffolding' approach — providing structure and support while gradually removing it — and contrasts it with the 'crutch' model where mentees become reliant. Luna shares a personal anecdote about a mentor who taught her to solve her…
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