"The characteristics of a good mentor are many. If you are thinking about becoming a mentor you will need to learn patience. Having patience to show someone how to do something the right way is very important. Mentoring gives you the time to share and learn with the person you are mentoring. Being a good mentor gives you the opportunity to achieve personal growth and gain more self confidence.
. Being a good mentor helps you to learn more about yourself and more about other people and sometimes other cultures. A really good mentor takes the time to get to know the person they are mentoring.All really great mentors have the following things:Have the desire to help someone.Have respect for the person you are mentoring.Have the ability to listen and empathize.Have the ability to find solutions to problems.Create opportunities for learning and sharing.Are open and flexible.Are good role models.Like to learn new things."
