Building a Successful Mentorship Relationship

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Once you've connected, treat the usa phone number list mentorship with respect and intentionality.

Set Expectations
Discuss:

Frequency (monthly, quarterly)

Duration (6 months, 1 year)

Preferred format (in-person, Zoom, email)

Topics of focus

Come Prepared
Show up with questions, goals, or challenges.

Share updates and reflections on past conversations.

Be coachable—feedback is a gift.

Respect Their Time
Keep meetings on schedule.

Follow through on any commitments.

Say thank you—often and sincerely.

Make It a Two-Way Street
Even if you’re the mentee, offer value:

Share insights, articles, or resources.

Offer help with tech tools, generational insights, or introductions.

Review and Reflect
Every few months, check in:

Is this still helpful?

Should we adjust frequency or format?

What progress have we made?