Why Leaders Need Mentors

An effective mentor will know when to listen and when to provide a fresh perspective.

Criticaleye speaks to Stephen Chu, Angus Fraser, Jane Furniss, Herminia Ibarra, Tim Kiy, Rebecca Lythe, Vanda Murray, Neil Stephens, Ian Ryder and Charlie Wagstaff to find out why mentors now have a vital

role to play in leadership development.

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Contributors

Charlie Wagstaff
Managing Director
Criticaleye

Herminia Ibarra
Professor of Organisational Behaviour
London Business School

Ian Ryder
Chairman
Romonet

Jane Furniss
Board Mentor
Criticaleye

Neil Stephens
Managing Director - Beverage Division
Nestlé UK & Ireland

Rebecca Lythe
Managing Director
Newmedica

Stephen Chu
Philanthropist & Former CEO
Hui Xian REIT

Tim Kiy
Chief of Staff
Barclays Africa Group

Vanda Murray
Board Mentor
Criticaleye

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