Role of Mentorship and Coaching in Career Progression

Abstract

Mentorship and coaching have emerged as pivotal mechanisms influencing professional growth and career progression across industries. While mentoring focuses on long-term guidance and knowledge transfer, coaching emphasizes skill development and performance enhancement. This paper reviews the role of mentorship and coaching in career advancement, analyzing contemporary studies, models, and frameworks. Evidence suggests that structured mentorship and coaching programs contribute significantly to employee retention, job satisfaction, and leadership development. The review also highlights the differential impact of formal versus informal mentorship, one-on-one versus group coaching, and cross-generational interactions on career trajectories. Finally, the study proposes practical recommendations for organizations seeking to implement effective mentorship and coaching interventions.

 KEYWORDS: Mentorship, Coaching, Career Progression, Professional Development, Organizational Growth, Employee Retention, Leadership Development.