A Good
Mentor…
• Is willing to share their knowledge and career
experience
• Listens actively and non-judgmentally
• Asks engaging questions that stimulate reflection and
makes suggestions without being prescriptive
• Provides thoughtful feedback and encouragement,
remaining accessible through regular meetings, emails
and/or phone contact
COMMUNICATE
Communication with your mentee may include a
mix of email and phone contact as well as face-to-
face meetings.
Good examples include:
• A catch-up over coffee
• An informal breakfast meeting
• A catch-up in your workplace
• A business function you attend together
If you need ideas for conversation starters think
about what would have made an impact on you as
a business student.
Strategies for starting the conversation include:
• Bring your mentee to a business meeting in your
workplace
• Introduce your mentee to a professional business
colleague who can offer another career perspective
• Provide suggestions for business reading materials
(e.g. books, articles, newsletters)
• Suggest networking events through professional
associations and societies
• Suggest industry conferences or seminars your mentee
could attend.
It is recommended that face-to-face meetings are held
during normal business hours and in professional
or public environments. We expect all students to behave
professionally but your guidance is appreciated.