Over the past month or so I started thinking a lot about authority. I always had a craving for guidelines that made sense, clear cut rules that were not to be broken, an authority system that stood by its word and a justice driven by gace and mercy. Although I don't see this played out often, I can name a few times in my life where there was a synchronization between supervision and mentorship that worked out well for me.
As an employee I value consistent time that is taken out of a superior's day to check up on my progress and invest in my development. Whether this time is a tracking of progress, making sure I have the tools to succeed or evaluation of my time, I think it is important to have this healthy communication system. I think people have an innate desire to be taught and to grow, I admire when people relate to me in a respectful but teaching spirit. I think its great when a "superior" can be open to learn while teaching me. That is the way I hope that I interact with those that I supervise.
When at a church I value those willing to have a mentoring attitude toward me. I guess I visualize these people further along in their walk with God, and walk in life generally. Regular check ins with the intent to share and listen. This relationship offers the exchange of knowledge and wisdom. To obtain truth when it is not easily visable is to be mentored.
Among other things, I think consistency is something I am coming to realize I value a lot. I am understanding that I do posses a teachable spirit that enjoys to be grown.
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