What is mentoring
Characteristics of a good mentor
Every relationship will be different and develop its own dynamics and practices. However, the best mentoring relationships are often those where the mentor:
- Listens actively and attentively
- Asks open and appropriate questions
- Reflects back feeling and opinions s/he observes
- Makes suggestions without being prescriptive
- Summarises the main points of discussions
- Gives constructive, positive and specific feedback