Mentoring is a two-way street, and your side of the street is paved with actions. One of the reasons busy leaders are willing to take on aspiring leaders in a mentor- ing role is time management. You may be asked to make copies, go to the library and look up information, get there early and help set up, greet people. Use each of these opportunities as a way to gain experience for the day when you are the leader. You must respect the time and energy of your mentor.
Good leaders make time for what is important.
You must show respect for your mentor by making the best use of the time you have together. Have your questions written out so that you do not waste time trying to think of them or have to call again later to get clarification. If your mentor tells you that now is a bad time, respectfully leave and return at a later time. You must be loyal to your mentor. You may not agree with all of the ideas or plans you hear in your privileged position.