Both coaching and mentoring are similar in several ways:

1. Both focus on individual development: Coaching and mentoring both focus on the development of the individual, whether that be through building skills, improving performance, or addressing specific challenges.
2. Both involve a supportive relationship: Both coaching and mentoring involve a supportive relationship between the coach/mentor and the coachee/mentee, in which the coach/mentor provides guidance, support, and feedback.
3. Both require active participation from the coachee/mentee: Both coaching and mentoring require active participation from the coachee/mentee, who is responsible for setting goals, taking action, and reflecting on their progress.
4. Both aim to support personal and professional growth: Both coaching and mentoring aim to support personal and professional growth, helping individuals to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

The main difference between coaching and mentoring is the focus of the relationship. Coaching tends to focus on specific performance goals and addressing specific challenges, while mentoring is more focused on longer-term personal and professional development. However, both approaches can be highly effective in helping individuals to grow and develop, and organizations are often best served by using a combination of both.

References

Al Hilali, K.S. et al. 2020. Coaching and mentoring. Concepts and practices in development of competencies: A theoretical perspective. International Journal of Academic Research in Accounting, Finance and Management Sciences, 10(1), pp.41-54.

Koopman, R. et al. 2021. The Chronological Development of Coaching and Mentoring: Side by Side Disciplines. International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching & Mentoring, 19(1).