“Mentoring is a power-free, two-way
mutually beneficial learning situation in which the mentor provides advice,
shares knowledge and experiences, and teaches using a low pressure,
self-discovery approach.”
- Starcevich, Matt, 1999, “Coach, Mentor: Is There a
Difference?”
Originally, I joined the Junior League of Gwinnett & North
Fulton Counties to make a difference in the community and make friends. I’ve been able to do both of these things,
but I’ve also developed many great mentors along the way.
As a new Active Member, I was given the opportunity to co-chair
High Heels & High Times, our League’s largest fundraiser. We had the crazy
idea to bring our focus area, Strong Girls, Bright Futures, to the center of
High Heels & High Times. As a new Active Member with BIG ideas, I needed
mentorship. I found that within the
President and V.P. of Finance. Both of these women were true examples of
mentors and empowering leaders and gave me advice and encouragement to take the
reigns. The encouragement from these two mentors, along with the many friendships
I’ve made, I found a support system that has cemented my commitment to JLGNF.
This year, JLGNF is introducing a structured Mentoring
Program. The intention is that this new
program will help new Active Members the same way that my mentors helped me. My
hope is that it will enable members to create friendships and find the
direction to complete their league goals. As volunteers, I think it is of
utmost importance to be fulfilled by what we are doing. Authentic conversations
will be directed by the various topics of the month to create an environment of
acceptance, friendship and support.
If you’re interested in joining JLGNF, please contact us at recruitment@jlgnf.org or visit our
website to learn more at www.jlgnf.org.
-Alex Klein
V.P. of Membership, 2015-2016
