99: Embracing Equality and Reciprocity in Mentoring with Gratitude - Renee Angelo-Mauk

Have you ever heard these myths about the role of gratitude in mentoring relationships? Myth 1: Gratitude is only necessary for mentees, not mentors. Myth 2: Expressing gratitude is just a formality and doesn't impact the relationship. Myth 3: Gratitude is a one-time gesture and doesn't need to be ongoing. In this episode, our guest, Renee Angelo-Mauk, will debunk these myths and shed light on the true significance of gratitude in mentoring relationships. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the importance of mentoring for personal growth and success. Uncover the power of mentoring networks in advancing your career. Embrace equality and reciprocity in your mentoring relationships. Explore the role of gratitude in fostering impactful mentoring connections. Envision the future of mentoring in 2050 and its impact. Renee Angelo-Mauk is not your average mentor. With a passion for empowering neurodiverse communities through mentoring, Renee brings a unique perspective to the table. As the Operations Manager at Mentor MD|DC, she is dedicated to enhancing the quality and quantity of mentoring programs in Maryland and DC. With a background in youth development and hands-on experience in mentoring programs, Renee knows what it takes to create meaningful connections. Her expertise and enthusiasm shine through as she shares her insights on the role of gratitude in mentoring relationships. Renee's commitment to making a difference and her ability to connect with others make her a valuable guest on AugMentors. Get ready to be inspired and learn how gratitude can transform your mentoring connections with Renee Angelo-Mauk. The key moments in this episode are: 00:03:10 - Role at Mentor Maryland DC 00:14:25 - Relationship Building Framework 00:17:36 - Intentional Relationships 00:23:41 - The Concept of "Askable" 00:27:46 - Historical and Popular Mentoring Relationships 00:32:00 - Using Symbols for Opening Up 00:35:11 - Defining Mentoring in the Future 00:42:18 - Gratitude for Renee's Insight  One of the important aspects Renee Angelo-Mauk highlights in this episode is the essential nature of equality and reciprocity in a mentoring relationship. Contrary to conventional managerial relationships which often involve power dynamics, a mentoring relationship that emphasizes mutual learning and balance in power-sharing. Renee enriches listeners' understanding of mentoring, encouraging them to view each interaction as a cooperative engagement where both mentor and mentee can learn and benefit from each other's perspectives. Want to connect with or work with Renee Angelo-Mauk to learn more? Find out more here! Renee's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneeangelomauk/ Her Mentoring Organization: https://mentormddc.org/  Two energetic entrepreneurs host a leadership podcast for those looking to connect more authentically with others and grow to their potential through mentoring. The AugMentors podcast is now Part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the audio destination for business professionals. Learn more about how Hubspot can help your business grow better at http://hubspot.sjv.io/Xxb224 If you would like to be a guest on AugMentors, email us at [e-mail]. We'd love to hear your story! Let's connect! Follow us on-- Our Website: https://www.augmentors.us/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/augmentors-us Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/youtube.com/@augmentorspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/augmentorshq/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/augmentorshq