I have this nanny thing under control, I know what I am doing, and my relationship with my nanny family is going great! In fact, I am very happy, so why would I want a mentor? Mentors are for when times are challenging, are they not?
The answer to that question is “NO”. Mentors are there for when times are good and for when times are challenging. Think of a mentor as a “sounding board’, a “brain to pick” or a “listening ear”. A mentor has your best interest at heart and wants to see you succeed in all that you do.
What can a nanny mentor do for you? Nanny mentors can:
1. Be a great educational resource
2. Inspire you to grow and become your best
3. Help shorten your learning curve
4. Open your mind to new ideas and fresh approaches
5. Be a trusted confidant
6. Advise you on how to handle situations they have experienced themselves
7. Be a great resource for networking
8. Bring an unbiased view to a situation
9. Be a great source of support
10. Develop into a lifelong friendship
Having a nanny mentor is a proven concept that works in all walks of life and all career fields. Please visit www.nanny.org to learn more about the INA mentor program and request your mentor today.
Sherri Lopez is a former International Nanny Association Nanny of the year, has devoted her career to childcare, and currently serves in the INA Board of Directors active in the membership committee.