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The Mentee's Responsibilities
- Have the willingness to learn and be open to positive or negative feedback.
- Do not hesitate to ask for advice and use this chance to practice being a good listener.
- Let your mentor know what your goals are.
- Discuss with your mentor how you can best measure the success and effectiveness of your working relationship together.
- Always follow your appointments.
- Keep track of your discussions with your mentor and follow up specifically on those steps when you meet.
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A Mentor Does and Does not
A mentor..
- Takes a long-range view of your growth and development.
- Helps you see the destination but does not give you the detailed map to get there.
- Offers encouragement and cheerleading, but not "how to" advice.
A mentor does not..
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Succeed With a Mentor
- Use your time looking for the mentor you are comfortable with.
- Share your goals and fears openly.
- Do not expect your mentor to spoon-feed you.
- Do not expect specific advice.
- Share your struggles and failures.
- Listen, research and apply your mentor's gu...
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Why Seek Out a Mentor
A mentor is not someone who gives you direct answers, but someone who challenges you to know the right answer.
And in life, you can't be spoon-fed all the time. The role of a mentor is to guide you and give you the wisdom in knowing the answer.
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History and Definition of Mentorship
The word "mentor" was first used in Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey" when Odysseus entrusted the care of his kingdom to Mentor who served as a teacher and overseer to Odysseus' son.
This is where mentor was derived meaning "a trusted councelor or guide."
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Mentoring and Coaching
The terms mentoring and coaching are often mistakenly interchanged. Although they are similar, they are not the same when it comes to approach.
- Mentoring - long-term relationship focusing on the growth and development of the mentee with the mentor as the source of the wisdom, su...
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Roles of a Mentee
- Identify learning goals and style and measure success for the mentoring relationship.
- Be open and seek feedback.
- Be active in learning.
- Schedule and attend mentor appointments.
- Follow through on commitments and take informed risks as they try new options and b...
Seek input for the team and mentors
Don't try to carry the weight on your shoulders only. Team members are often closer to the customer and have some valuable insights.
Ask advice from peers, your advisory board, outside experts and mentors. Keep an active mentor relationship with a few peers to discuss you...
Being Open
Can You Truly Open Up With Your Mentor?
A solid mentor-mentee relationship can boost confidence, positively impact mental health, and even lead to future promotions.
Ask yourself whether this person believes in you, wants to help you achieve your goals, and will give you th...
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