Mentor

Pronunciation: 'men-"tor, -t&r
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin, from Greek MentOr
1 capitalized: a friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
2 a: a trusted counselor or guide b: TUTOR, COACH
- men·tor·ship / -"ship/ noun

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Interested in becoming a mentor? Follow these steps:

1. Review the Roles & Responsibilities (PDF, 17 KB) of being a mentor to clearly understand the program expectation of you as a mentor.
2. Complete the Mentor profile (DOC, 187 KB) and survey (DOC, 71 KB).
3. Submit your profile to ASQMentoringProgram@asq.org via e-mail.

The ASQ Mentoring Program Administrator will contact you to review your profile, the program, and the mentor expectations with you. When you are selected by a Protégé, ASQ will provide contact information to you about your potential protégé so that you can begin a conversation (via e-mail or the phone).

When both parties agree to begin a mentorship together, then the knowledge-sharing and coaching can begin.

Concerned about the mentorship or your skills? ASQ has provided a variety of resources to help you learn more about mentoring through articles and related links to enhance your skills.