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A mentor serves as arole model, coach and

confidante, offering knowledge, insight,

perspective or wisdom useful to the mentee.

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Benefits for New MembersBenefits for New Members

Learn the program

Learn club standards/customs

Develop confidence

Participate more

Quickly learn speaking skills2

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A mentoring program helps experienced members

A mentoring program helps experienced members

Further refine skills

Learn new skills

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Benefits for MentorsBenefits for Mentors

Mentors Learn from mentees Remain productive Do something for others Receive recognition

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Benefits for ClubsBenefits for Clubs

Clubs with mentor programs

Have more members

Have more satisfied members

Retain more members

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Qualities of MentorsQualities of Mentors

Available

Patient

Sensitive

Respectful

Flexible6a

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Supportive of club

Knowledgeable

Confident

Good listener

Concerned about others

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Initially mentors shouldInitially mentors should

Sit with new members

Orient them to customs/procedures

Explain how to sign up

Help with the Ice Breaker

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Next, mentors shouldNext, mentors should

Make members aware of resources

Provide positive feedback

Explain responsibilities

Help with speeches/assignments

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Later, mentors shouldLater, mentors should

Tell how you’ve benefitted Invite them to other events Acknowledge their progress Explain officers’ duties Explain speech contests Describe the TI organization

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Qualities of MenteesQualities of Mentees

Eager to learn Receptive Open to new ideas Loyal Grateful

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