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."

• 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 mento...

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..

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...

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.