Leading by Example as a Mentor teaches software engineers to model professionalism, inclusivity, and growth. Mentors learn to set high standards, inspire goal setting, support diverse paths, and lead through influence, empowering mentees to thrive by observing and emulating positive behaviors.
Overview
Syllabus
- Unit 1: Modeling Leadership Through Action
- Modeling Code Quality Standards
- Mentoring Time Management
- Demonstrating Professional Behavior for New Team Members
- Unit 2: Inspiring Growth with Purpose
- Setting Goals for Growth
- Encouraging a Mentee Toward Ambitious Goals with Empathy
- Supporting Your Mentee's New Path
- Unit 3: Practicing Inclusive Leadership
- Reviewing Inclusive Workplace Expressions
- Composing Equitable Feedback
- Creating Space for Every Voice by Practicing Inclusive Mentorship
- Unit 4: Mentoring Through Influence, Not Authority
- Inviting Your Mentee Into a Design Review Conversation
- Guiding Mentees to Lead Up
- Mentoring Confidence and Initiative in Team Meetings