The mentor should possess extensive
leadership experience, be willing
to share his or her knowledge
and experience, and commit time
and attention to mentor individuals
for a defined period.16 Additionally,
the mentor selected must be appropriate
for the participant’s leadership
development goals. Successful
mentor relationships are a result of a
clear commitment to the program by
the participant and mentor, initiating
and supporting a positive interpersonal
relationship, and being clear
about communication expectations
and goals. Finally, mentors who
convey learning through sharing
real-life stories of their leadership
journey are most effective.16