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2 MENTORING:
AN ORIENTATION

2.1 What is Mentoring?

2.2 Personal Reflection

2.3 Qualities of
Successful Mentors

2.4 Your Role As A
 Mentor

2.5 The Role of Parents

2.6 What Young People
 Want in a Mentor

2.7 Tips For Success

2.8 Common Concerns

2.9 Can You Commit?

 


Can You Commit?

You now have a good idea of the qualities and characteristics required to be a great mentor. The final ingredient is commitment.

Photo of a person who is considering becoming a mentor.As we have discussed, there are significant considerations in developing a mentoring relationship. Helping a youth develop and grow brings tremendous rewards, but it doesn't happen overnight.

Before you decide to pursue a mentoring relationship, you should ensure that you can commit at least six months to the relationship. How often you meet with your mentee varies from program to program and pair to pair: once every week or biweekly is not uncommon. Be sure to find out about any program requirements and explore your and your mentee's preferred schedule.

Are you participating in a formal mentoring program?


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