‣ Mentoring
According to Clutterbuck and Sweeney( 1997), mentoring is a helpful relationship based on an exchange of knowledge, experience and goodwill. Mentors help others less experienced than themselves, to gain confidence, a clearer purpose, insight and wisdom. In doing so, the mentor is also impacted by the mentoring relationship as s / he learns from the mentees. There are six main characteristics of mentoring and these are illustrated here:
Characteristics of Mentoring
1. Focuses on progress. 2. Is a long term rather than short term relationship. 3. Provides intuitive feedback. 4. Develops the capabilities and competences of the mentor and mentees. 5. Is driven and led by mentees / learners. 6. Helps the mentees to work out the solutions by themselves.
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