Dr. Myles Munroe understood the place of continuity in leadership and left a powerful blueprint for effective mentorship and succession in his book Passing It On.
In this post, I’ll be sharing the definition, principles, and power of mentorship as taught by Dr. Myles Munroe.
What is Mentorship by Dr. Myles Munroe?
According to Dr. Myles Munroe, mentorship is to serve as a model, advisor, counselor, guide, tutor, and example for another in order to produce one greater than yourself.
A secure leader does not hide knowledge or information. Instead, he cultivates the inquisitiveness of his followers.
Mentoring is to intentionally transfer knowledge, insight, and wisdom through a practical experiential relationship— it is more than mere observation.
Mentoring is not duplication but transformation. The goal is not to clone others to become like you but to help them discover themselves and impact their generation in their own way.
What Is Succession by Dr. Myles Munroe
According to Dr. Myles Munroe, succession is the effective transfer, conveyance, and transition of a leader’s purpose, vision, passion, intent, character, standards, values, morals, and qualities to a succeeding generation of leaders. Succession is the perpetuation of purpose.
Succession never destroys the foundation it meets; it builds upon it.
The Four Leadership Failures by Dr. Myles Munroe
The greatest failure of leadership is an unsuccessful succession.
The greatest weakness of leadership is poor or no mentoring.
The greatest defect of leadership is insecurity (an insecure leader).
The greatest fear of bad leadership is the success of the followers.
Roles and Responsibilities of A Mentor by Dr. Myles Munroe
A mentor gives timely advice to the mentee.
A mentor gives the mentee books or resources that helped him.
A mentor gives the mentee financial assistance to help them grow.
A mentor gives the mentee the freedom to emerge as a leader beyond the level of his leadership.
A mentor models various aspects of leadership functions to the mentee.
A mentor directs the mentee to resources and opportunities for development.
A mentor co-leads with the mentee creating opportunities to build their confidence.
How To Choose A Successor by Dr. Myles Munroe
According to Dr. Myles Munroe, you should not choose someone who loves your vision, not choose someone who loves or wants your gifts, not choose someone who wants what you have, not choose someone who wants your power, never choose someone who thinks they are wiser than you and never choose someone who wants authority or position. Instead
1. Choose one who loves you, not your vision
2. Choose one who loves you, not your gifts
3. Choose one who loves you more than your power
4. Choose one who is willing to defend and protect you at their own expense
5. Choose one who is willing to die to their own ambition and give up things for you
6. Choose one who will risk themselves for your benefit
When Jesus wanted to hand over the leadership of the Church to His successor, Peter, all He asked Peter was if Peter loved Him (John 21:15-17). This is because someone who loves you will love who you love, love what you love, protect what you love, value what you love, and preserve what you love. The assignment will therefore be in safe hands.
12 Principles of Mentees and Mentorship
A mentee must submit to the mentor
A mentee must accept that the mentor is acting in his best interest
A mentee must be willing to accept the counsel of the mentor
A mentee must never abuse the privileges and opportunities given to him by the mentor
A mentee must initiate the pursuit to learn from the mentor
A mentee must harness the power of questions
A mentee must invest personal resources to learn from the mentor
A mentee must never compete with his mentor
A mentee must never take the advice or criticism of the mentor personally
A mentee must never be jealous of his mentor’s success
A mentee must follow the mentor’s instructions even if it demands personal sacrifice.
A mentee must be honest in his relationship with the mentor.
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Olusegun Iyejare is a career coach and certified counselor. He helps individuals discover and maximize their potential to live satisfying lives regardless of obvious limitations holding them back.
