Key Characteristics of Effective Mentors
- Set high standards
- Be available and invest time
- Give relevant examples from experience
- Be candid in dealings and advice
- Listen, empathize, show passion
- Understand how mentee learns/works
- Challenge mentee with actionable advice
Mentor Benefits
In addition to helping a student grow and supporting the business profession, you have accomplished much more in your role as a mentor. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association has created a list of the positive outcomes of a mentoring relationship for a mentor that we hope will help you to reflect on the numerous benefits of your participation in ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's College of Business Administration Mentor Program. Read the full article.
RESOURCES
For mentors
- (U.S. News & World Report)
- Getting the most out of your mentor relationship
- Tips for jump-starting your relationship
- Your mentee can teach you a thing or two (The Wall Street
Journal)
(The Wall Street Journal)
For mentees
MUAA Mentor Program October Newsletter