Why I Believe Mentorship

Miguel Lebron • Sep 01, 2020

sink or swim is not good method.

I have often heard that there are three types of people in leadership.

Some are natural-born leaders. This person needed to come to the realization of the gifts/talents/abilities they posses and develop the courage to walk in that.

Others were not born with the ability to be a leader or are not very charismatic by nature, but through learning, they managed to develop the necessary tools to be a leader. 

Finally, some were not natural-born leaders, nor were they developed to be a leader, but were thrown into the position. Similar to how some of us learned how to swim. So many of us were thrown into the deep end with no choice but to sink or swim. 

The sink or swim experience is one of many leaders.

This "sink or swim" method, is not used for any other position, but why is it common practice in leadership? This strategy would not be useful for a person wanting to learn to drive a car. We would not just put someone behind the wheel without the proper training, and it should not be a method of developing leaders! The person behind the wheel without proper training can cause a catastrophe, and a person with the title of a leader without proper preparation can also cause damage.

When we look at Jesus, he spent approximately 3 years with his disciples. The heard his words and saw his actions. They asked questions, Jesus provided answers, and he equipped for the moment when he would no longer be physical with them.

Likewise, I believe the person who is a leader needs to first be a disciple; that is, they must first be a student.

I believe in the mentorship process. Having that person that would instruct, answer questions, guide, influence, and impact your life to be the best you possible. Where can you find a mentor? Church or place of worship, school, or after school programs are great places to start.

For me, it all started in the church. I've had pastors, teachers, mentors that lifted me and challenged me when I needed it. They displayed grace and gave me a hug when it was necessary, but they also knew when to give me the proverbial smack in the head as well. And for that, I am grateful.

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