Want to know the definition of “mentor”? I looked it up.
Men·tor – ˈmenˌtôr,ˈmenˌtər/
noun
1.
an experienced and trusted adviser.
“he was her friend and mentor until his death in 1915”
synonyms: adviser, guide, guru, counselor, consultant; confidant(e)
“his political mentors”
verb
1.
advise or train (someone, especially a younger colleague).
There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t hear someone talking about being a mentor, getting a mentor, or just exploring the whole idea of mentorship. I’ve said this on many occasions, but I don’t think we all have the same meaning for a mentor. When I asked people what a mentor does, here’s what they said:
- Helps me get ahead in my career/advocates for me.
- Shares their expertise in a particular subject.
- Introduces me to people who can help me.
- Helps me work through challenges in my workplace.
- Advises me on how to maximise my career path.
- Is someone who can empathise with me when I need someone to listen.
- Someone who helps me figure out what I need to do to level up in my career.
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