How To Be A Good Mentor
- FutureLab
- Jun 3, 2021
- 1 min read
by FutureLab | 3 June 2021
Anyone can be called a a mentor or be assigned a mentee, but here's what it takes to actually be a good mentor, especially on FutureLab!
BEFORE THE SESSION:
Keep an eye out on session requests via your email
Read the mentees’ learning objectives and profile
Jot down important notes that you want to share regarding the topic
DURING THE SESSION:
Get to know your mentee – they might be nervous!
Share relevant experience & insights to the topic, but always go back to the mentee
Utilize the Task List feature
AFTER THE SESSION:
Submit a rating and share any additional feedback
You can check their progress – “My activity” page
Drop them a chat to check in
CONVERSATION FLOW
Break the ice, and get the conversation flowing!
Listen to your mentee as they share their goals and issues
Ask questions that help generate deeper insight for your mentee
Mentees want to know they're not along in their journey, share your own experiences!
Together with your mentee, set actionable next steps that they can carry through with
and before you go,
here are 3 GOLDEN RULES
Respect: Be on time & use appropriate language
Confidentiality: Keep personal information safe
Accountability: If you can’t make it to a session, request to reschedule & drop them a chat
I really appreciate your insights on effective mentorship! The emphasis on active listening and fostering open communication resonates deeply with me. In my own experience mentoring a colleague through a challenging project, I found that creating a supportive environment was key to their growth. I'm curious, how do you recommend balancing guidance with encouraging self-discovery? Also, have you ever used engaging methods like games (maybe even the FNAF game) as an icebreaker to build rapport? It might be interesting to see how such activities can enhance the mentor-mentee dynamic.
wordle answer today Break the ice, and get the conversation flowing!