The Essential Mentor™
A course on mentoring as a life skill—strengthening relationships in moments that matter.
The Essential Mentor™ is a reflective course designed to support the development of a mentoring mindset and relational presence—at work and in everyday life.
Early promotional price $89
Regular $179
About the Course
As communication increasingly happens through texts, messages, and fast-paced exchanges, many people find fewer opportunities for meaningful dialogue, steady engagement, and relational practice.
Mentoring, in this context, is less about giving advice and more about how we listen, respond, and stay steady in conversations that build trust, clarity, and connection—whether in person or across everyday communication channels.
This course invites participants to slow down, strengthen how they show up with greater awareness and presence, and foster supportive, human ways of relating across professional and personal scenarios.
Who this course is for
Educators, leaders, mentors, coaches, and professionals who regularly support others through learning, change, or uncertainty—often through everyday, relationship-based conversations.
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Program Outcomes
Participants can expect to strengthen foundational
human skills essential in today’s workplace, including
- Develop greater relational presence and steadiness
- Increase awareness of how communication shapes relationships
- Listen in ways that support reflection, agency, and self-trust
- Navigate emotionally charged interactions with care and boundaries
- Apply mentoring as a way of relating across everyday contexts
These capacities directly support stronger teams, more cohesive relationships, and healthier communication.
Learning is supported through reflection and everyday application in the self-paced course, and through facilitated dialogue and relational practice in the hybrid offering.
What You’ll Explore
Course Outline
Module 1: Mentoring Presence, Role, and Responsibility
Clarify what mentoring is (and is not), and explore how presence, influence, and responsibility shape supportive relationships.
Module 2: Relational Awareness, Compassion, and Confidence
Build awareness of yourself and others in the moment, learning how to stay steady, compassionate, and grounded when emotions rise.
Module 3: How I Listen and Respond
Develop practical relational skills—listening without taking over, using language that opens dialogue, repairing ruptures, and building trust over time.
Module 4: Boundaries, Safety, and Sustainable Mentoring
Learn how to hold boundaries, read relational signals, manage capacity, and know when to step back, refer, or escalate with care.
Module 5: Mentoring as an Ongoing Practice
Reflect on what you carry forward as mentoring becomes a lived, evolving approach shaped through everyday moments and experience.
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Shelley Steele, founder of Steele Academy, is an experienced coach and educator dedicated to guiding personal growth through practical tools and compassionate leadership.
Shelley Steele is a Rotman-trained Executive Coach, Life & Leadership Coach, and Founder of Steele Academy. Over the past two decades, she has supported leaders, educators, school boards, and community organizations in strengthening relational intelligence, emotional steadiness, and the confidence to lead with clarity and purpose. Her work integrates emotional intelligence, coaching psychology, and practical tools that help individuals build greater self-awareness, communicate with grounded presence, and navigate change with resilience. Shelley is known for creating safe, reflective learning environments where participants feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.
She is committed to building a mentoring and coaching culture—one person at a time.
Course FAQs
How long will this course take to complete?
The course is designed to be completed at your own pace, typically within 6 to 8 weeks. This allows time to absorb the material and apply the coaching tools effectively.
You can progress faster or slower depending on your schedule and learning preferences, with all materials accessible online anytime.
Are there set class times?
The course is fully self-paced with no fixed class times, so you can engage with the content whenever it suits you best.
Future offerings will include live hybrid sessions for those who prefer interactive learning with scheduled meetings.
How can I participate in the live sessions?
Live sessions are not part of the current course but will be available in the upcoming hybrid version starting January 2026.
These sessions will include group discussions, coaching support, and deeper reflection facilitated by Shelley Steele.
What key outcomes can I expect from this course?
You will gain practical self-coaching tools, enhanced emotional intelligence, and a clearer alignment with your core values and vision.
Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate and a solid foundation for ongoing personal and professional development.
How do payments and refunds work?
Payments are processed securely online with multiple options available. Full details are provided during registration.
Refund policies are clearly outlined to ensure transparency; please review them before enrolling to understand your options.
FAQs
Is this course only for people in formal mentoring roles?
While the course is relevant for educators, leaders, and mentors, it is designed for anyone who supports others through everyday conversations—at work or in life.
The focus is on how we show up in relational moments, not on holding a specific title.
Is this a coaching, counselling, or certification program?
No. The Essential Mentor™ is a reflective learning experience. It is not a certification, therapy model, or formal coaching framework.
The course supports awareness, shared language, and relational insight that participants can integrate naturally into their existing roles.
Why is this course relevant today?
As communication becomes more digital and less centred in extended verbal exchange, many people have fewer natural opportunities to practise steady, supportive conversation.
This course supports participants in strengthening how they relate—whether in person, by phone, or across everyday communication channels.
How is the course delivered?
The Essential Mentor will be offered in self-paced and hybrid (with live facilitation) formats.
The Register Interest form allows us to share details as offerings become available.
Can this course be adapted for specific groups or organizations?
Yes. While the core course is designed to stand on its own, adapted or facilitated versions may be available for organizations or groups with specific contexts or needs.
Details can be discussed upon request.
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Register Your Interest
This form allows you to register interest in upcoming self-paced and hybrid (with live facilitation) offerings. Submitting the form does not register you for the course and does not require any commitment or payment. Foundational learning begins early March.
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