UNDERSTANDING MENTORSHIP
Mentoring is a process in which an experienced individual helps another person to develop his or her goals and skills through a series of time-limited. Mentoring is also a partnership between two individuals, a mentor and mentee.
(Galatians 4:2) “But is under tutors and governors until the time appointed of the father”.
Who is a Mentor
A mentor is a creative, productive, knowledgeable and experienced individual who teaches, counsels and inspired a mentee with similar interest acting as a role model.
Who is a Mentee
Mentee is a submissive, dedicated person who seek to grow personally, develop professionally and successfully reach his/her goals with the support of a mentor.
Mentee is the apprentice who needs to absorb the mentor’s knowledge and have the ambition and desire to know what to do with the knowledge. A mentee is the "gauge" to measure how interactive the connection between the mentor and mentee will be. This means that the mentee determines the capacity of the mentoring connection. The mentee decides upon the amount of help and guidance he/she needs. As well, the mentee should take the initiative to ask for help or advice and to tackle more challenging at the appropriate time.
Role of a Mentee
1. Allow your mentor to take the lead in the relationship, at least initially. Listen and respect the opportunities, limitations and format of the relationship he or she is able to provide for you. Always act with courtesy and respect towards your mentor.
2. Use active listening skills during discussions with your mentor. Be careful not to interrupt, unless you need to clarify a point and you see no other opportunity or pause. Take notes when appropriate, ask good questions and have a purpose for your questions.
3. Prepare the goals and objectives you have for your career. Be prepared to ask for specific guidance and advice on your goals, plans and strategic ideas. The more specific you can be, the easier it will be for your mentor to help you.
4. Take the initiative to ask for feedback. Feedback, although difficult to hear at times, is critical to your personal and professional growth and development. Demonstrate that you are open to hear new ideas and suggestions to bring out your best and overcome any blind spots. Get feedback on specific issues, for example, how you come across to others. Ask for specific details to ensure you understand specific behaviors.
5. Prepare yourself to move beyond your mentoring connection, once it has served its purpose. Be sure to end on a positive note.
6. Keep the door open to return to your mentor for assistance or advice at a future time.
7. Your submission should be clearly stated i.e which part of your area are you willing to submit.
8. Follow up with your mentor after termination to keep in touch, to share your progress and to continue to express your gratitude.
9. Express your appreciation for every form of assistance you get. Provide positive feedback, thanks as well as positive comments to him/her in front of others.
10. Make only positive or neutral comments about your mentor to others. If you disagree with your mentor’s values, behaviors, or attitudes, discuss it with him/her directly not behind. Respect your mentor’s confidence and trust.
CONCLUSION
If you give maximum training to building your life through the help of a mentor, then after few years you will discover you are a strain blazer, a star in every field of your endeavor.
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