Dear Sir,
I am young and new at the workplace.
I have read that mentorship is important for your career.
How does one go about finding the right mentor?
How does one approach them?
Also, if you are approaching a mentor of the opposite sex, how does one ensure that one is not giving the wrong signal?
Thank you.
Isha
Ans: Most good organisations have a formal system of mentorship.
But you don't have to wait to be assigned a mentor. You can approach anyone in the organisation or outside who you consider a role model.
Gender is not a consideration at all as long as your intentions are clear.
All interactions between a mentor and mentee must be open and formal and within the professional sphere.
Approach a mentor formally and keep the interactions documented.