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A mentor, quite simply, is a trusted counselor or teacher who can advise someone and serve as an example. Having a mentor in your workplace will give you the opportunity to get exposure to and learn from someone who has experience of how your organisation works and what it takes to become successful.
In companies, mentors provide their expertise to less experienced employees and can be a valuable source of help in advancing your career and building your networks. Of course, this means that it is critical to choose your mentor wisely in order to get the best out of the relationship.
There are a few tips I would suggest you bear in mind for finding and working with a mentor:
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