Complete Bibliography & Further Reading
The science behind effective mentee development
UBAGoodMentee2 is built on decades of rigorous research in mentoring psychology, adult learning theory, and professional development. This page provides a comprehensive bibliography of the academic works, books, and research papers that inform the product's 9 mentee qualities and 27 modules. Each source is available through Amazon with direct purchase links.
The seminal research on mentoring relationships that informs effective mentee development:
1985 • University Press of America
The foundational academic work on mentoring in organizations. Kram identified the career functions (sponsorship, coaching, exposure) and psychosocial functions (role modeling, acceptance, friendship) of mentoring. Her research established that mentee behaviors significantly influence the quality and outcomes of mentoring relationships.
2011 • Jossey-Bass
The definitive practical guide for both mentors and mentees. Zachary emphasizes the mentee's active role in creating successful mentoring experiences, including preparation, engagement, and follow-through. Her work validates the importance of mentee responsibility and initiative.
Essential works on how adults learn, receive feedback, and develop growth mindsets:
2006 • Random House
Dweck's groundbreaking research on fixed vs. growth mindsets reveals why some people thrive on feedback while others resist it. The growth mindset—believing abilities can be developed through effort—is essential for teachability and continuous improvement.
2014 • Viking
From the Harvard Negotiation Project, this book explains why receiving feedback is so difficult and provides practical strategies for handling it gracefully. Stone and Heen show that the ability to receive feedback well is a learnable skill essential for growth.
2020 (9th Edition) • Routledge
The foundational text on adult learning theory (andragogy). Knowles established that adults learn differently than children—they need to understand why they're learning, build on experience, and have autonomy in their learning process.
Research on how mentoring accelerates professional development and career success:
2013 • Harvard Business Review Press
Watkins' research on career transitions emphasizes the importance of learning quickly, building relationships, and seeking guidance from those who understand the new context—core mentee behaviors that accelerate success in new roles.
2012 • Grand Central Publishing
Newport argues that career satisfaction comes from building rare and valuable skills through deliberate practice—a process accelerated by mentorship. His research emphasizes the importance of the "craftsman mindset" that focuses on what you can offer rather than what you can get.
2014 • Currency
Ferrazzi's approach to relationship-building emphasizes generosity, authenticity, and long-term investment in connections—principles that apply directly to building strong mentoring relationships.
Works on the character qualities that enhance mentoring relationships:
2015 • Random House
Brooks distinguishes between "résumé virtues" (what makes you successful) and "eulogy virtues" (what makes you a good person). The humility, gratitude, and respect emphasized in strong mentee-mentor relationships are eulogy virtues that also enhance career success.
2007 • Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Emmons' research demonstrates that gratitude is a key predictor of well-being and relationship quality. Grateful mentees develop stronger bonds with their mentors and receive more sustained support over time.
Peer-reviewed research underlying UBAGoodMentee2's evidence-based approach:
Seibert, S. E., Kraimer, M. L., & Crant, J. M. (2001). Journal of Applied Psychology, 86(5), 845-855.
Research showing that proactive individuals achieve greater career success—validating the importance of mentee initiative (Qualities 5 and 8).
Allen, T. D., Eby, L. T., Poteet, M. L., Lentz, E., & Lima, L. (2004). Journal of Applied Psychology, 89(1), 127-136.
Meta-analysis demonstrating that mentored individuals achieve greater career outcomes—emphasizing the value of investing in mentoring relationships.
Ostroff, C., & Kozlowski, S. W. J. (1993). Journal of Vocational Behavior, 42(2), 170-183.
Research on how mentoring accelerates organizational learning and adaptation—supporting Quality 2 (Learns from Experience) and Quality 3 (Teachable).
Eby, L. T., & McManus, S. E. (2004). Journal of Vocational Behavior, 65(2), 255-275.
Research on how mentees can navigate imperfect mentoring relationships—supporting Quality 9 (Accepts Mentor As Is).
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