Three perks of having a great mentor are
Show you the ropes – The first two weeks of an internship or in any new job are meant for understanding the culture of organization, ‘knowing who does what, how they can be of help to you and how you can get that person to do what you want’. A good mentor falls in place naturally (because of past experiences) to help you form a relationship and make the entire process simpler and smoother.
All advice in one place – Schedule regular check-ins for… skills, expertise, wisdom, knowledge and what not… passes on to you. Their hindsight becomes your foresight.
They support you – Half way in my internship, I was directionless and lost like the most of us. I remember the words of my mentor that one needs to believe in themselves… find light in the darkest of times, which was an inspiring moment for me.
Building rapport with a mentor is a step process, a well-defined cycle with stages – Identify, Monitor, Engage and Measure.
Key takeaways:
- Don’t be afraid to speak-up & question
- Get to know your boss’s communication style
- Pick your battles wisely
- Ask for feedback
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About the Author:
Deepika Mallyk is currently doing her MBA from IIM Bangalore. At IIMB, her major interests lie in Marketing and Strategy. Prior to this, she graduated from IIT Kharagpur. She is a passionate dancer. Besides this, she loves oil painting and likes to take a shot at writing in her free time.
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