1. Communicator - Encourages two-way exchange of information; Acts as a 
sounding board for ideas and concerns;

2. Counselor - Works with mentee to identify and understand career-related 
skills, interests, and values; Helps mentee evaluate appropriateness of 
career options;

3. Coach - Serves as a role model to demonstrate successful professional 
behaviors -  leads by example; Recommends specific behaviors that need 
improvement;

4. Advisor - Communicates the informal and formal realities of progression 
within the career field; Recommends opportunities for additional training; 
Helps mentee identify career obstacles and take appropriate action to 
overcome;

5. Broker - Helps link mentee with appropriate educational and employment 
opportunities; Helps the mentee identify resources required for career 
progression;


1. Know where you are going and do your best to achieve the results you want;
   Your mentor will assist in identifying the best alternative, but the  
   mentee has the responsibility to put the plan into action

2. Keep your mentor informed of your progress on a regular basis;

3. Be sincere about your goals and commit to the process;

4. Maintain confidentiality and trust with your mentor;

5. Be open to constructive criticism in order to learn and grow;

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