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A mentor is someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced, and often younger, person.

"Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning." Proverbs 9:9 

Mentoring involves the development of dynamic, reciprocal, personal relationships in which a more experienced person-the mentor-acts as a guide to a less experienced person-the mentee. Mentors provide mentees with knowledge, advice, counsel, support, and opportunities in the development of the mentee's career and personal life. Mentoring is an act of passing the mantle-which encourages conversations between the younger and older generations about what is important. 

Mentoring roles include:

  • Motivator – expressing confidence in the mentee's abilities and encouraging the mentee to explore new opportunities.

  • Resource – teaching and advising the mentee about how to develop professional contacts and introducing the mentee to new people, places, or ideas.

  • Supporter – encouraging honest dialogue, listening and responding to the needs of the mentee.

  • Coach – helping the mentee to develop and achieve realistic, meaningful goals.

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