Mutual mentoring: unlocking of positive psychological capital for both students and business leaders in a covid context

Kristel Miller; Frances Devine

Abstract

It is suggested that individuals who have positive well-being and resilience are more likely to reach their potential and to make a wider contribution to society (World Health Organisation, 2020). However, understanding mechanisms which can aid students positive wellbeing and resilience still remains something of a black box. In this research, we explore whether mutual mentoring relationships between students and business leaders can lead to positive psychological capital and in so doing help build confidence and inculcate a stronger sense of self determination and resilience.

We draw on Luthan at al. (2004) concept of psychological capital, which has been found to underpin well-being and resilience. Whilst it is widely acknowledged that economic capital, human capital and social capital are fundamental to business success, we argue that developing psychological capital may help tackle challenges relating to student wellbeing at the micro level. This could consequently lead to greater resilience and wellbeing.

Original language	English
Number of pages	5
Publication status	Published (in print/issue) - 24 May 2022
Event	Chartered Association of Business Schools: LTSE 2022 Conference - Belfast, United Kingdom Duration: 24 May 2022 → 25 May 2022 https://charteredabs.org/events/ltse2022/

Conference

Conference	Chartered Association of Business Schools: LTSE 2022 Conference
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
City	Belfast
Period	24/05/22 → 25/05/22
Internet address	https://charteredabs.org/events/ltse2022/

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

Keywords

Mentoring
Wellbeing
Leadership and Management
Psychological Capital

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