Mentor Or A Coach? Which One Is Better For You And Your

Business

Mentor Coach

Respected as a more experienced person in specific area

Can act as consultant and advocate

Shares knowledge of industry Serves as a guide through the

challenges Focus on political skills Can have informal or formal

meetings Emotional and mental support Gives advice when needed Gives feedback Offers networking to others Can be a coach at times

Works collaboratively with coachee on setting and achieving specific goals in performance

Provides accountability for action steps

Meetings are structured and goal oriented

Asks powerful questions that lead towards achieving goals

Does not give advice, unless gets permission

Not necessarily experienced in the client’s industry

Can use assessments to further self-awareness

Difference Between Mentor And Coach