Episode 216: The ROI of Mentorship - How to Retain Top Talent Without Higher Pay by Colleen Stanley

APR 28, 202634 MIN
The Uncommon Leader Podcast

Episode 216: The ROI of Mentorship - How to Retain Top Talent Without Higher Pay by Colleen Stanley

APR 28, 202634 MIN

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Colleen Stanley | The ROI of a Mentorship Culture & Ending the "Phubbing" EpidemicHow much is "Phubbing" (Phone Snubbing) costing your organization's trust?Most leaders view mentoring as a "nice-to-have" that loses the battle against urgent deadlines. In this episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast, Colleen Stanley (author of Be The Mentor Who Mattered) challenges that mindset, arguing that mentoring shouldn't be a formal program to manage, but a culture where "no one goes alone."Colleen shares her moving origin story of how community mentors stepped in during personal loss and offers a refreshing, accessible definition of mentorship—from "book mentors" to "moment mentors." We dive into the practical and the profound, covering:Culture vs. Program: Why a mentorship culture scales faster and drives higher ROI in retention and productivity.The "Fobbing" Epidemic: How pulling out your phone mid-conversation destroys trust and coaching opportunities.Creative Leadership: Lessons from "Sister Emma" on problem-solving and service.The Time Myth: Real-world ways to mentor during airport rides, workouts, or even a quick trip to Chipotle.The Power of Words: How five intentional words can dismantle self-limiting beliefs and change a career trajectory.Stop waiting for a formal initiative to start leading. Learn how to integrate small, repeatable actions into your day to build a legacy of growth.Ready to level up?✅ Subscribe for more leadership strategies.𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 Colleen Stanley👇➡️ LinkedIn (primary): https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenstanleysli/ ➡️ Website: https://www.salesleadershipdevelopment.com/ ➡️ BOOK: https://www.salesleadershipdevelopment.com/resources/#Mentorship #CEOStrategy #LeadershipPodcast #ColleenStanley #theuncommonleaderpodcast Thanks for listening in to the Uncommon Leader Podcast.  Please take just a minute to share this podcast with that someone you know that you thought of when you heard this episode.  One of the most valuable things you can do is to rate the podcast and leave a review.  You can do that on  Apple podcasts, or rate the podcast on Spotify or any other platform you listen.  Did you know that many of the things that I discuss on the Uncommon Leader Podcast are subjects that I coach other leaders and organizations ?  If you would be interested in having me discuss  1:1 or group coaching with you, or know someone who is looking to move from Underperforming to Uncommon in their business or life, I would love to chat with you.  Click this link  to set up a FREE CALL to discuss how coaching might benefit you and your team) Until next time, Go and Grow Champions!!Connect with me