The Fortune articleWhat to Look for in Mentor by Cindy Robbins, outlines three qualities that make a good career mentor.
Honesty
Guiding vs. telling
Challenging
There’s little to argue about in her conclusion that:
Overall, a good mentor will be your biggest champion and your toughest critic. A mentor is not a manager—a mentor is a trusted advisor who helps you work through challenges, develop innovative solutions, and ultimately elevate your career.
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