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Characteristics of a Good Mentor
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HOW TO BE A GOOD MENTORA great mentor is above all a good role model. Reveal the tricks of your trade – how to be a teacher, a researcher, or whatever it is you’re great at – through modeling. The best mentors also
It takes time to be a meaningful mentor. Remember that empathy is a key element to being a great listener and communicator. Actively encouraging an atmosphere of trust will help you work through potential challenges. In the end, a mentor builds confidence and encourages you to become self-sufficient. 5 STEPS TO ESTABLISHING MENTOR/MENTEE EXPECTATIONS
HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE LISTENERGreat mentors are great listeners. Empathetic questioning paired with effective listening is key to a fruitful mentoring experience. A subtle difference in the way you phrase a question or comment can mean the difference between opening up a conversation and totally shutting one down. Listen first. Suggest second. Take every opportunity to include the TA in solution making. If a TA presents a challenge they experienced during section, ask, “How have you tried to change that?” The more involved TAs are in the process, the more fully committed they will be to making that change. Show you’re listening. Some behaviors communicate serious listening.
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