How can I prepare to be a mentor?

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Mentoring and Coaching Resources UC Learning Center

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To discuss options, resources, and processes for fostering and supporting mentoring contact your Human Resources representative for more information.

 

Common Learning and Development Questions

Definitions

A mentor is “Anyone who has a beneficial life-or style-altering effect on another person, generally as a result of personal one-on-one contact.” Or, “One who offers knowledge, insight, perspective, or wisdom that is helpful to another person in a relationship which goes beyond duty or obligation.”

A mentee is “Anyone who wants to learn from someone who knows and seeks their valuable advice in order to grow professionally and/or professionally and/or personally.” Or, “anyone who has the desire to gain from someone else’s experience through a period of guidance and support.”