If you have any questions that are not answered here, please email us at mentoring@sas.rutgers.edu.
What is Mentoring?
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Mentoring is a strong and valuable tool for developing an employee. It occurs in a professional relationship that is voluntary and fostered by both persons.
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Mentors provide higher amount of several types of career development functions including coaching, providing challenging assignments, or increasing the protégé’s exposure and visibility.
Who is eligible to be mentored?
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The One-on-One program is open to full-time staff members who are new to their position in SAS within their first year of employment.
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The Mentoring Ring is open to any SAS full-time staff member.
Would I be a good Mentor?
An effective mentor can professionally guide the mentee while maintaining a friendly and supportive relationship. A mentor should always have the mentee's best interests in mind and tailor their mentorship style to meet the needs of the mentee.
Potential mentors should possess the following characteristics:
Leadership qualities
People oriented behavior
Knowledge of SAS’s mission and values
Commitment to developing staff and assisting others to be successful
Why should I be a Mentor?
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Become a better leader
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Learn more about the University
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Shape the leaders of tomorrow
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Gain new perspectives and fresh ideas
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Change someone’s world
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Exercise emotional intelligence
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Strengthen the lessons you’ve already learned
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Improve productivity
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Feel good about yourself
