What makes a good mentor?
Mentors listen – The mentor will maintain eye contact and give mentees their full attention.
Mentors guide – Mentors are there to help their mentees find life direction, never to push them.
Mentors are practical – They give insights about keeping on task and setting goals and priorities.
Mentors educate – Mentors educate about life and their own careers
Mentors provide insight – Mentors use their personal experience to help their mentees avoid mistakes and learn from good decisions.
Mentors are accessible – Mentors are available as a resource and a sounding board.
Mentors criticize constructively – When necessary, mentors point out areas that need improvement, always focusing on the mentee’s behavior, never his/her character.
Mentors are supportive – No matter how painful the mentee’s experience, mentors continue to encourage them to learn and improve.
Mentors are specific – Mentors give specific advice on what was done well or could be corrected, what was achieved and the benefits of various actions.
Mentors care – Mentors care about their mentees’ progress in school and career planning, as well as their personal development.
Mentors succeed – Mentors are not only successful themselves, but they also foster success in others.
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