Mentoring Experience: John Hamilton

Mentoring Experience by Chief People Officer at Bellock Group.

John Hamilton became a mentor to make a personal impact, sharing his knowledge and experience to help others thrive. He believes in fostering growth by connecting mentees with broader networks and resources, enabling them to achieve their aspirations.

John tailors his mentoring approach to the unique needs of each individual, focusing on their personal goals and passions. With every session, he witnesses their growth, clearer thought processes, and a stronger understanding of who they want to become. His mentoring style emphasizes empowering mentees to recognize their strengths and pursue their goals with confidence.

Areas of Support

John has successfully helped mentees with:

• Building self-confidence and recognising their value.
• Identifying and leveraging their expertise and skills.
• Finding motivation to build on their strengths.
• Encouragement and practical support to spark excitement and appreciation for their journey.

Success Stories

Launching a Social Enterprise:
John connected a mentee to key individuals within his network, recognizing the synergy between her aspirations and his contacts’ expertise. Within just 2-3 months, she successfully launched her own social enterprise and website, with John actively encouraging and supporting her dream every step of the way.

Boosting Confidence and Skill Recognition:
John worked with a mentee struggling to identify and showcase her skills due to low confidence. Through tailored tasks and activities, he helped her recognize her abilities and build a sense of self-worth. He also provided hands-on support to refine her CV, leading to visible progress and new opportunities.

John’s mentoring approach is defined by his ability to inspire and empower others, turning uncertainty into action and dreams into reality.

What Advice would you give someone considering to be a mentor ?

” DO IT! It’s Flattering to feel as though you’ve helped someone and realise your own skills and talents “