- Trust and respect: The mentoring relationship is based on mutual
trust. The guarantee of confidentiality is essential;
- Mutually beneficial: Relationship may benefit both mentor and
mentee;
- Reciprocity: Mentoring is based on a mutual undertaking and
reciprocal exchange. Both parties are responsible for the success of
their relationship (each has 100% responsibility for 50% of the
relationship). It is important to clarify the roles and
responsibilities of each party from the beginning. Research has shown
greater benefits result the more pro-active the mentee is; and
- Gradual approach: Mentoring is dynamic and the content of the
relationship changes. Clutterbuck has identified four phases of
mentoring: Rapport building, direction setting, progress making and
winding down.
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