The big picture : what effective mentoring looks like
Giving time
Being available
Maintaining good communication
Keeping your word
Holistic understanding
Talking about race and culture
Listening
Providing emotional support
Telling about yourself
Acknowledging limitations
Acknowledging and repairing mistakes
Using humor
Giving gifts
Discussing dreams and goals
Building skills
Building confidence with positive words
Giving quality feedback
Giving practical support
Overcoming self-limiting beliefs
Being proactive
Providing opportunities
Role modeling
Providing access to the inside story
Endorsing
Building community
Protecting
What institutions can do to support outstanding mentoring.