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Mentorship

Mentorship. The role of the mentor and the mentee. What is a mentor?. “A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you.” Bob Proctor.

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Mentorship

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  1. Mentorship The role of the mentor and the mentee.

  2. What is a mentor? • “A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you.” • Bob Proctor • In relation to Capstone, your mentor should be someone who can provide insight and wisdom toward your project. • They do not actively assist you with the project; rather, their role is to trouble shoot and provide advice. • In some situations, they may also be giving you ‘tough love’ - i.e. if you are overreaching, disorganized, not on your projected completion schedule etc.

  3. Why should I have a mentor?

  4. Who should I approach to be my mentor? • Consider a mentor who… • - has knowledge or expertise in the area of your capstone • - is someone you respect and would value advice from • - has time to meet or communicate with you • - can provide encouragement and an honest appraisal of your progress • **Teacher permission required for Parent mentor • **School staff will cap at 3 max

  5. Mentee qualities and responsibilities Qualities of a good mentee: Responsibilities of a mentee: Act with courtesy and respect – your mentor is giving up their time for you Take note of advice and ask questions Approach your mentor with a plan – we will work on Capstone proposals next class Communicate effectively Keep the door open for future mentoring – Capstone is in May but your mentor may be a positive influence down the road Be considerate and thankful! • Patient • Eager to learn • Willing to listen • Positive attitude • Considers other perspectives • Takes initiative • Asks for advice

  6. Other qualities….

  7. How do I approach them? • - set up a time when you can meet privately • - have your project proposal ready to discuss • - discuss why you chose them, what you hope their role will be and how you will utilize their expertise • - share how you plan to be a good mentee • - offer them the opportunity to ask you questions • - allow them time to reflect and consider before deciding (offer to come back another time)

  8. What if the person I approach refuses? • Refusals are part of life and may be part of this process. • A person could refuse for a number of reasons; these likely have nothing to do with you. • Don’t take it personally, thank them for considering your request and think of another possible mentor to approach. • Keep a positive & respectful dialogue with any individual you approach (don’t burn bridges!)

  9. So now what… • 1. Read the article and complete Parts 1 & 2 of the assignment • 2. After working on your capstone proposal next session, approach your first choice and discuss the possibility with them. They may say no. Once you have found someone to be your mentor, complete the mentoring contract in Part 3. • 3. Post all items to myBlueprint by Friday, Oct 4th.

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