Alumni - Tips for Success

Top 5 tips for a successful mentoring experience

  1. Be available. Respond to emails promptly. If you are working on an ongoing relationship, keep in frequent contact with your mentee.
  2. Hold your mentee accountable for commitments and goals.
  3. Focus on strengths and potential rather than limitations.
  4. Have open communication. Provide constructive feedback to your mentee.
  5. Be honest. If something is not working within the mentoring relationship, let the mentee or administrator know.