men·tor
/ˈmenˌtôr,ˈmen(t)ər/
noun
an experienced and trusted adviser.
"he was her friend and mentor until his death in 1915"
synonyms: adviser, guide, confidant, confidante, counselor, consultant, therapist, master, spiritual leader, rav, rebbe, guru, swami, maharishi, acharya
verb
advise or train (someone, especially a younger colleague).
"both trainees were expertly mentored by a site supervisor"
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What is the meaning of my mentor?
/ˈmen.tɔːr/ a person who gives a younger or less experienced person help and advice over a period of time, especially at work or school. Compare. protégé
What is the role of mentor?
Mentors provide guidance, advice, feedback, and support to the mentee, serving variously as role model, teacher, counselor, advisor, sponsor, advocate, and ally, depending on the specific goals and objectives negotiated with the mentee.
What makes a good mentor?
A good mentor listens, but also gives their own opinion. They do not dictate, but rather advise. They are available to the mentee for support and as a resource. Listens and acts as a guide for the mentee, suggesting possible courses of action and helping them think through and act on concerns.
What qualifies someone as a mentor?
Mentors need to be able to articulate their advice and experiences in a way that is easy to understand by the mentee. They should also be patient, active listeners who are willing to answer questions, provide feedback, and help their mentees find solutions on their own.
The meaning of MENTOR is a friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus. How to use mentor in a sentence.
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