Role of the Mentor *************** As a mentor, your primary role is to provide guidance and support to your mentee based on his or her unique developmental needs. At different points in the relationship, you will take on some or all of the following roles: 1. Coach/Advisor Give advice and guidance, share ideas, and provide feedback Share information on unwritten rules for success within environment/organization 2. Source of Encouragement/Support Act as sounding board for ideas/concerns about school/career choices; provide insights into possible opportunities Provide support on personal issues if appropriate 3. Resource Person Identify resources to help mentee enhance personal development and career growth Expand the mentees network of contacts 4. Champion Serve as advocate for mentee whenever opportunity presents itself Seek opportunities for increased visibility for mentee 5. Devils Advocate When appropriate, play devils advocate to help mentee think through important decisions and strategies
Posted on: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 04:31:40 +0000
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