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TEL 431: Learning in Workplaces

L4 Activity

Mentoring
Construct: Developmental Network
Name: Emily Bourne
Date: April 9, 2017
Your Assigned Facilitator:

NOTE: Please bold all your responses so nothing is missed when your work is assessed.

Terminology
Orient yourself to the following concepts related to mentoring through a quick google search and
defining these terms in your own words: (2 pts)
Mentor:
Someone that you put trust in to help you grow and learn in an area that they
are knowledgeable in our know more about.
Mentee:
The person who is being mentored
Protg:
Someone that wants to become the person they are being mentored by, like an
apprentice.
Reciprocal mentoring:
Where the mentee and mentor work together to help each other with advice
and understanding.
Reverse mentoring:
Encouraging younger generations and becoming a role model.

Also, you will need to read the following article in preparation for the L4 activity:

Higgins, M. C., Kram, K. E. (2001). Reconceptualizing mentoring at work: A developmental


network perspective. Academy of Management Review 26(2), 264-288. Available at
http://www.jstor.org/stable/259122
Or through the ASU library:
http://search.proquest.com.ezproxy1.lib.asu.edu/docview/210951325/fulltextPDF/7873AD523A4
CCAPQ/12?accountid=4485

In the article, the authors seek to redefine mentoring by applying literature that views mentoring
as individuals receiving mentoring assistance from many people at any one point in time,
including senior colleagues, peers, family, and community members. Embracing this theory,
which incorporates social network research, may help you begin to establish a developmental
network that is conducive to the 21st century workplace, geared toward the goal of having strong
ties with diverse network groups. This type of developmental network is known as an
entrepreneurial typology.

MY MENTORS (5 pts)
Provide a list of 5 individuals who have served as mentors to you in the past year, for either
personal or professional reasons.
Mentors Name How do you Describe the circumstances Describe a specific
know this that lead to you having a conversation or
mentor? mentoring conversation situation where
with this person? you gained new
How long have information. What
you known new ways of
him/her? thinking emerged
for you? What new
behaviors did you
explore afterward?
Be specific.

#1 Amy Gordy I have known Mrs. Gordy with in the I asked Mrs.
Mrs. Gordy last year started Gordy if there
since coming in to my was a time that
elementary Starbucks. I would see she could help
school. My her out and about or at me with my
parents were the pool and it was resume. She
always always a hey, hows said that she
involved and everyone doing from felt honored
volunteering, the both of us and that and would love
as well as, was that. Since her to. So I went to
being a set of visits at Starbucks her house we
twins in became an everyday sat down and
school we thing I looked forward talked about
were quite the to sharing with her that special ed. I
celebrities. I was going into talked about
education and possibly how I was
1999-NOW special ed. Little did I nervous and
know that she did not think
transferred out of gen that I knew
ed and into sped. She enough to be a
helped encourage me sped teacher as
and inform me that well as that with
they needed sped ASU my
teachers. classes do not
teach me hoe to
write lesson
plans or IEPs.
However I know
what they are
and what all
they entail. She
was able to
help me
prepare for an
interview and
motivate me to
push for my
dreams.

#2 Sarah Conner Sarah Conner Sarah Conner is the Mrs. Conner


means the teacher that I inspire to has been a
world to me be. She is stern and family friend of
and she was loving at the same ours since I
my first grade time. She pushes her was in the first
teacher before students to do their grade and
she best so they can reach started coming
transformed their goals. I also did a to our church. I
into many practicum in her stayed with her
different roles classroom during my for a little while
in my life. sophomore year at a when my dad
community college had cancer. I
2000-NOW where I learned so would babysit
much from her. for her when I
got older. Then
as a young
adult I would
ask for advice
about boys and
relationships
when I did not
want to hear
what my mom
had to say. She
has mentored
me into
becoming a
young Godly
woman, wife,
and teacher.
#3 Mark Conner Sarah The Conners are Mark works at a
Conners involved in our bank and is
husband. I churches pre-marital pretty high up
have known counseling. So when in his company
Mark Conner Chris and I got so he is very
since I stayed engaged in 2016 after wise with
with them in being together for 6+ finances. Mark
the summer of years we were able to mentored us
2003 while my request them to help into becoming
dad had guide us into marriage. money
cancer. conscious
people and
2003-NOW people that
knew where
their money
was going each
month and how
much. Learning
a budget was a
huge help for
us. Due to their
time and effort
Chris and I felt
excited and
ready to pay
bills and budget
for different
things like
cable,
groceries, and
the apartment.

#4 Michael Summers I have known Michael Summers is I am Michaels


Michael since my boss at Starbucks. right hand man
2013. Michael is a great boss seeing that we
to work for. He pushes are there at the
2013-NOW you to do your best same time 5
and then is always days out of the
there for you in a time week. I feel very
of need. comfortable
talking with
him. I have
heart to hearts
with him and
ask for his help
to shape and
mold me to be
assertive and
lead our staff.
He recently
expressed to
me that when I
graduate this
summer I need
to strive to do
something that
I can make a
difference in
the world. I
need to ask
myself how
can I make this
world a better
place?

#5 Brian and Megan Chris and I Brian and Megan lead Brian and Meg
Kelly have known our life group on ask us
Brian and Wednesday nights. questions
Megan Kelly They have become very during the
since the first helpful as Chris and I group for us to
of the year. grow in our Christian share and help
walk with Christ. others grow I
Jan 2017-NOW have felt very
comfortable
and opened up
a lot about my
things on my
mind. Having
heart to hearts
in a group
setting has
allowed us to
see that we are
not alone.
There are some
couples in our
group that are
feeling the
same way. I
asked Megan to
help to a more
loving and
understanding
wife. I thought
that the thing
that I was
struggling with
in my marriage
was just me. I
felt so alone
and began to
have this anger
grow towards
my mother in
law because
she babied my
husband. Chris
will do anything
to help but I
have to tell him
to do so and I
thought that I
was the only
one that had a
husband that
grew up not
having to do
anything. She
expressed that
Brian was the
same way. She
encourages me
and contacts
me through out
the week so we
can talk about
how are week is
going.

TYPES OF MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS Based on the Higgins and Kram article, what is the
difference between a traditional mentoring relationship and a developmental network? Provide
at least 3 in-text citations from the Higgins and Kram article. Add this resource to the reference
list below. (minimum of 250 words) (6 pts)
I was unaware there were different way one can be mentored. I was interesting to
see what all Higgins and Kram had to say. They helped me see that with traditional
mentoring is typically some one that is a senior person working in the protgs
organization assists with the protgs personal and professional development (Higgins and
Kram). Traditional seems to be more empathetic. Their relationship is one on one and they
are making sure that they are spending plenty of time to show that they care Higgins and
Kram explain that, a mentoring relationship lies in the amount of mentoring assistance
provided (Higgins and Kram). Then a developmental network as the set of people a protg
names as taking an active interest in and action to advance the protgs career by providing
developmental assistance (Higgins and Kram). Also we can see that in developmental
networking that one, should be allowed, even encouraged, to offer multiple names of
developers and encouraged to think broadly (Higgins and Kram). This makes since because
they are less likely to be with one person they should be allowed to be influenced by many
different people and get ideas and advice from all over. I think that I would prefer the
developmental network probably because it seems to be used more often in todays time.
Lots of careers are using teamwork and playing off each others ideas to continue growing in
knowledge about different topics and skills they might need to adapt to.

Your word count: 247

Based on the Higgins & Kram article, define the following terms, in your own concepts that
determine relationship strength (2 pts):
emotional affect:
how strong or weak is your relationship
reciprocity:
exchanging ideas and thoughts in thee hopes of receiving the same from
someone else.
frequency of communication:
feels open to communicate in their relationship as well as able to take advice
and criticism which is highly motivating
relationship ties:
staying highly motivated can increase the bond that you have. You both what
the same and the best for one another.

ANALYSIS OF MY MENTORS
#1 Mentors Name (5 pts): Amy Gordy

Area of Support:
Does this person provide career, or psychosocial support? Explain.
Amy Gordy provides both. She was able to first help me understand that I can do this, in
regards to teaching special education. Amy was able to encourage me and tell me that I
would be great at it. She insisted that I not be so hard on myself and to give myself a
break. Then she helped guide me through my resume and interview questions. We
discussed what they will want to hear and how I can integrate my way of thinking into
those questions.

Diversity:
To what social system does person belong (e.g., family, work, church, friends)? Explain.
Friends and work. Friends because I message her and different times during the day for
answers to my questions or to even tell her something. Then work, because hopefully
one day we will be colleagues in the special education field.

How many of your mentors is this person connected with? Explain the relationships, if
applicable.
Sarah and Mark Conner. They are really close family friends that do vacations together.
Sarah and Amy both used to work together at the elementary school that I went to.

Relationship Strength:
Refer to the Higgins and Kram article for review of concepts related to relationship strength.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define emotional affect, describe the emotional effect between
you and this mentor.
I would say that our emotional affect is strong. I feel like I can openly express myself.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define reciprocity, explain the level of reciprocity between you
and this mentor.
We are able to change ideas and our thoughts on topics. I think I do more of the listening
because I want to do so and learn about all that she has to offer.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define frequency of communication, what is the frequency of
communication between you and this mentor?
We talk often and we get to the point during our discussions. It is also nice that in our
talks we also as k about our personal lives not just about special ed.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define relationship ties, do you see your relationship with this
person as a strong tie or a weak tie relationship? Provide an example that would illustrate this.
My relationship with Mrs. Gordy is very strong now. I wonder how it will be once I get a
job in the county. Now I am able to talk to her whenever I have a question or a comment
to tell her. I know that she will always be there; however when I get my teaching position I
will be given a mentor and I will more than likely I will be looking to that new person to be
my mentor and it will be easier because they might be just down the hall from me.
#2 Mentors Name (5 pts): Sarah Conner

Area of Support:
Does this person provide career, or psychosocial support? Explain.
I would say that Sarah Conner is more or a psychological support. She pushes me to be
the best Emily Bourne that I can be.

Diversity:
To what social system does person belong (e.g., family, work, church, friends)? Explain.
Sarah Conner is church and friends. This is because she has been a family friends for a
long time, all the way back to when I was in the first grade. She goes to church with us as
well.

How many of your mentors is this person connected with? Explain the relationships, if
applicable.
With Mrs. Gordy and her family. They are really close family friends that do vacations
together. Sarah and Amy both used to work together at the elementary school that I went
to.

Relationship Strength:
Refer to the Higgins and Kram article for review of concepts related to relationship strength.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define emotional affect, describe the emotional effect between
you and this mentor.
Our emotional affect is high. We are very close and I think of her as a second mom. I
often ask her for advice before I ask my mom because I already know what my mom will
say.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define reciprocity, explain the level of reciprocity between you
and this mentor.
I would say it is more of a one sided street. Mrs. Conner does not lean on me for advice
or my opinion much like Mrs. Gordy and I do about special ed. The only time I present my
input is when we are talking about my twin sister Erica.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define frequency of communication, what is the frequency of
communication between you and this mentor?
We talk often and see each other just about every Sunday at church. Like I mentioned it
is a second mom feel so her greeting me with a big hug and a kiss on the cheek means a
lot to me.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define relationship ties, do you see your relationship with this
person as a strong tie or a weak tie relationship? Provide an example that would illustrate this.
Our relationship is strong and I see it lasting because she has been so much to me other
than a first grade teacher. I care too much about her to get rid of my second mom. Mrs.
Conner and I one night spent hours sitting on her couch talking about my marriage and
helping guide me to understand things. We cried laughed and hugged it out. We are very
close and I love her dearly.

#3 Mentors Name (5 pts): Mark Conner

Area of Support:
Does this person provide career or psychosocial support? Explain.
Mark Conner supports my in a psychological way. He has mentored me and my husband
about our marriage and financ

Diversity:
To what social system does person belong (e.g., family, work, church, friends)? Explain.
Mark Conner is to be apart of the church and friends category. This is because he is
married to my first grade teacher Sarah Conner.

How many of your mentors is this person connected with? Explain the relationships, if
applicable.
Mark Conner is Sarah Conners husband.

Relationship Strength:
Refer to the Higgins and Kram article for review of concepts related to relationship strength.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define emotional affect, describe the emotional effect between
you and this mentor.
Our relationship is only active when we are discussing marriage as a couple and our
finances. So whenever we need to rearrange our budget or money.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define reciprocity, explain the level of reciprocity between you
and this mentor.
We exchange ideas and thoughts although him and Chris do more of the talk about
money. Both of our marriages feel as though it is a role that should be taken over by the
husband.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define frequency of communication, what is the frequency of
communication between you and this mentor?
Like I mentioned before the only time I talk to Mr. Mark is when we are discuss one of two
things, marriage or money/finances.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define relationship ties, do you see your relationship with this
person as a strong tie or a weak tie relationship? Provide an example that would illustrate this.
Our relationship is tie has to deal with our money. Whenever I have a question about
money or hat we should do Chris and I automatically turn to Mark. We feel comfortable to
tell him the details about our money and what we are purchasing. He is able to tell us we
should be and should not be doing things and we take his opinions very seriously seeing
as he is wise in this topic.

#4 Mentors Name (5 pts): Michael Summers

Area of Support:
Does this person provide career, or psychosocial support? Explain.
Michael supports me in my career. He supports me in my current career, which is a
Starbucks. He also supports me in guiding me to what I should think about when looking
for a profession after I graduate.

Diversity:
To what social system does person belong (e.g., family, work, church, friends)? Explain.
Michael is work related. This is because he is my boss at Starbucks and I am one of his
shift managers.

How many of your mentors is this person connected with? Explain the relationships, if
applicable.
Michael might come in contact with Amy Gordy but he probably does not realize it. This
is because Mrs. Gordy comes into the store 3 times out of the week after she goes to the
gym.

Relationship Strength:
Refer to the Higgins and Kram article for review of concepts related to relationship strength.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define emotional affect, describe the emotional effect between
you and this mentor.
Michael and I have a strong emotional affect. Michael and I, surprising share a lot about
work and personal life.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define reciprocity, explain the level of reciprocity between you
and this mentor.
We both do the listening and the talking, and even the joking around. We are able to help
each other figure out ways to run a shift and do things around the store to better our
store as a whole.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define frequency of communication, what is the frequency of
communication between you and this mentor?
I see Michael at least 5 days out of the week. We talk about Starbucks, customers, Chris,
his family, my possible job opportunities, and even his MS. Michael was diagnosed 2
years ago with MS and I am ne of the only people he really talks to about it.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define relationship ties, do you see your relationship with this
person as a strong tie or a weak tie relationship? Provide an example that would illustrate this.
Our relationship is revolved around Starbucks but is not all about Starbucks. We had a
heart to heart a couple of months ago and Michael helped me to understand that when it
is time for me to have a full time job and make a career out of it, it would need to be a job
that would allow me to make a difference in the world. So he talked with me that I would
be able to make this world a better place if I was teaching in an elementary setting versus
a high school position, or even staying at Starbucks.

#5 Mentors Name (5 pts): Brian and Megan Kelly

Area of Support:
Does this person provide career, or psychosocial support? Explain.
Brian and Megan push me psychologically. They help guide me to walk closer with
Christ in my Christian walk.

Diversity:
To what social system does person belong (e.g., family, work, church, friends)? Explain.
Brian and Megan are more in friends category than church. This is because we go to
different churches. So we look to them as Christian friends; however we are having our
own little church/bible study at their house every Wednesday.

How many of your mentors is this person connected with? Explain the relationships, if
applicable.
The Kellys to not have contact with anyone.

Relationship Strength:
Refer to the Higgins and Kram article for review of concepts related to relationship strength.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define emotional affect, describe the emotional effect between
you and this mentor.
Our emotional affect is still in the process of growing. We have only known them for a
few month but feels like forever seeing that we are able to comfortably talk to them like
we have known them our whole life.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define reciprocity, explain the level of reciprocity between you
and this mentor.
Our life group is group discussion so we are al communicating and playing of our
opinions and questions in regards to the scriptures we are referencing.
Based on how Higgins and Kram define frequency of communication, what is the frequency of
communication between you and this mentor?
We have an app that we all have downloaded called Slack. This app allows us to give
out prayer requests, articles that we thought others would like, to communicate, and to
send the questions ahead of time so we can answer them based on our readings.

Based on how Higgins and Kram define relationship ties, do you see your relationship with this
person as a strong tie or a weak tie relationship? Provide an example that would illustrate this.
Our relationship is tied around Christ. They push me to want to be a stronger Christian
woman for my husband and myself. I strive to dig deeper in Gods word and pray
regularly with their help and encouragement.

REFLECT
Reflect about the mentor who has had the most lasting impact on your development. What
factors from the Higgins and Kram article on developmental network do you think are the most
influential in supporting career change, personal learning, organizational commitment, and/or
work satisfaction? Include 3 in-text citations from the Higgins and Kram article and 1 (or more)
outside resource. Add these sources to the reference list below. (300-400 words) (7 pts):

I am a big supporter of encouragement and motivations so when Higgins and Kram are
discussing relationship strength they express that, these types of bonds can be
characterized as strong ties, and individuals in such relationships tend to be highly
motivated to help each other (Higgins and Kram). With strong ties one can be sure to
feel motivating and pushed to do their best and become the best version of them.
Therefore this can lead to, individuals increasingly looking beyond organizational
boundaries to multiple sources for mentoring support as they navigate their careers
(Higgins and Kram). Having multiple sources allows for more opportunities for you to be
encouraged to do learn and grow. Additionally, organizational scholars such as Mirvis
and Hall (1994) have suggested that developmental relationships are critical to an
individual's ability to find his or her own "path with a heart (Higgins and Kram). This
explains why people with strong ties with people are able to find what it is that they are
supposed to be. With others around you supporting you goals you are more likely to
continue to work hard and show them that you can do it and accomplish your goals. In
order to stay motivated we can make sure that we do everything you can to make sure
your relationship is a two-way street, and you'll uncover a much more animated,
energetic mentor (Richards). With you and your mentor(s) being on the same page will
allow you to further your knowledge and have more enjoyable experience as you learn.
You will build those strong ties too. Richards also explains to us that, when your mentor
invests time in your relationship and offers you advice, it's wise to consider taking it if it
makes sense to do so. There's nothing worse than a mentee who listens, ignores, and
doesn't even follow up on practical advice that's offered to her (Richards). How rude is it
to take up someones time and then not follow through and show him or her that you are
grateful for his or her effort and help? It is very rude. We must show respect, listen close,
and act.
Your word count: 351

ESTABLISH VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS


Background Information:
LinkedIn is a social networking tool that is more professional than other popular networks such
as Twitter or Facebook, which tend to be more social. LinkedIn is used by professionals to
connect with one another and to stay connected, as a tool when looking for jobs. It is a
searchable web site that is used by many professionals as an online resume, as it contains
education, job experiences, and other professional related events and activities.

An individuals LinkedIn profile can connect to other professionals, giving users the ability to
organize, keep track of, and establish and grow their professional relationships.

Some features of LinkedIn allow users to establish their credibility as a professional by


exchanging information and ideas with colleagues and peers, For example, LinkedIn Groups,
LinkedIn Answers, and LinkedIn Today allow users to participate in trending conversations in
their field.

You should also know that hiring managers and recruiters, worldwide, use LinkedIn to find
potential candidates. They scan the system using key-words searches, so it is important to be
thorough and comprehensive when completing your profile.

Your LinkedIn profile.

Create a LinkedIn profile for yourself, or enhance and update your profile if you already have
one.

This article will provide you with insight: http://www.forbes.com/sites/laurashin/2014/10/20/how-


to-create-the-ideal-linkedin-profile/

Your profile should have the following minimal components:


Professional headshot (suggested but optional)
A summary to include your ASU experience as well as a brief description of your future target
profession (2 pts)
Other additional and pertinent information to make a complete and comprehensive profile,
including volunteer experience, internships, work experience, etc. (2 pts)
Connect with at least 3 mentors on your list who have LinkedIn accounts. (2 pts)
Connect with your at least 3 of groupmates. (2 pts)
Retrieve your profile public viewing URL. (Be sure it is the correct URL by looking to see that it
has your name in it. Example: www.linkedin.com/in/teresafoulger/en
Here is a screencast that will teach you how to find the URL
http://screencast.com/t/JwohI3LI1zd).

Paste your public viewing profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-


bourne-641862b7/

GOALS TO DEVELOP MY DEVELOPMENTAL NETWORK


From the Higgins and Kram reading, summarize why it is desirable to have an entrepreneurial
network, and explain how a developmental network might become an entrepreneurial network.
(100-150 words)
(4 pts):

I have discovered that it is very important to have connections with others and gain
relationships. There are people that care about others and their success. Creating those
relationships and having a network of people that is helping you succeed will keep you
motivated and help you in the long run during your time in a career. Developmental
network can transition in to entrepreneurial network when you begin to see that you start
to see that your connections with others are starting to connect. For instance Mrs. Gordy
and Mark and Sarah Conner are connected however Michael is slightly connected with
Mrs. Gordy based on here visits occasionally at Starbucks. So if Michael were to become
connected with that group I might begin an entrepreneurial network.

Your word count: 126

Refer to the Higgins and Kram article. What activities might help you strengthen the diversity
within your network? (3 pts)
Things stemming from the article that I could do in a day: Contact and strengthen the
relationships in my network.
Things stemming from the article that I will do this month: The more often I talk with them the
less redundant info I will receive.
Things stemming from the article I will do within a year: Find multiple networks to be apart of
or to build off of.

Refer to the Higgins and Kram article. What activities might help you strengthen the
relationships within your network? (3 pts)
Things I could do in a day: Talk to them and listen. Show them that I care and respect them.
Things I will do this month: Schedule times to meet up and do things with them. Whether it
is a simple lunch date or a group activity to allow my mentors to meet one another.
Things I will do within a year: Stay in contact. Don't lose that relationship. Help others gain
access to their developmental networks.

References (5 pts)
Note: no credit will be given unless your references are formatted per APA. See Owl at Purdue
as a guide.
Higgins, M. C., Kram, K. E. (2001). Reconceptualizing mentoring at work: A developmental
network perspective. Academy of Management Review 26(2), 264-288. Available
at http://www.jstor.org/stable/259122
Richards, K. (2014, October 31). 4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Mentor-Mentee Relationship.
Retrieved April 07, 2017, from https://www.inc.com/kelli-richards/4-ways-to-make-the-
most-of-your-mentor-mentee-relationship.html

Professional presentation (professional language, grammar, spelling, word count) (10


pts).
Please proofread your work to be sure it meets university level writing standards. Note that if
your written work does not meet this standard, you will be asked to revise and resubmit within 3
days, and these points will be lost. The Writing Center can provide support. See
https://tutoring.asu.edu/writing-centers for details.

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