Another great #SAChat, this week on Mentorship in SA. Thanks to NASPA for the great topic and questions! Happy Friday!
MOD: Q1 – Why do we encourage the idea of mentorship in student affairs? #SAChat
A1: As someone who no longer works in Student Affairs, mentorship is critical to overcome burnout and uncertainty #SAChat
— Mike Prinkey (@McPrinkey) October 13, 2016
A1: @The_SA_Blog To whom much is given, much is expected. I am compelled to mentor because I was mentored.
— ITweetUSF (@itweetUSF) October 13, 2016
MOD: Q2 – What does a successful mentoring relationship look like? #SAChat
@The_SA_Blog I think a successful mentoring relationship is one in which both parties grow, have thoughts challenged, and are heard. #Sachat
— Bart Stucker (@IJustBarted) October 13, 2016
A2: Honestly, I have no idea how to be a mentee. I feel imposter syndrome even in that role. #sachat
— Shannon Healy (@slhealy) October 13, 2016
MOD: Q3 – How did you find your current mentor(s)? #SAChat
Q3 As far as who I choose to mentor, I find students who show potential and need someone to help them fully realize it. #sachat
— Erica Saviuk (@erica_saviuk) October 13, 2016
A3: Many of my supervisors took the extra step in becoming my mentor by showing interest in my story and being genuinely helpful #SAChat
— Sammie Walker (@exagittarius) October 13, 2016
MOD: Q4 – As a mentor, what do you appreciate about your mentee or protégé? #SAChat
A4: Also when mentees become mentors themselves #sachat
— Ben Huelskamp (@benhuelskamp) October 13, 2016
A4. I also appreciate their passion for the field, and all the questions that they have about the work #SAPros do. #sachat
— Jacob C. Haun™ (@VitaminJSays) October 13, 2016
MOD: Q5 – As a mentee, how has your mentor supported your success? #SAChat
Q5 mine have been great in validating my emotions, giving me impt advice, lend an ear, inspire me to strive for my best #sachat
— Seagull Trigs (@allietrigs) October 13, 2016
Q5: For one in particular, he's never afraid to ask questions or let me know when he disagrees with me #SAChat
— Heather Maclin (@hMactic) October 13, 2016
MOD: Q6 – What is the best advice you’ve received from a mentor? #SAChat
A6 Best advice was apply and work for schools that match your values. She then recommended I read "Where you Work Matters" #sachat
— Robin Gardner (@RobinRedGardner) October 13, 2016
A6 – Best advice from a mentor— "You're at your best when you let yourself speak freely." Next words might have been "Let 'er rip!" #sachat
— Taylor S. (@SAHE_SpaceMaker) October 13, 2016
MOD: As we close the chat, what is your Final Thought (FT) or Final Question (FQ) that you’d share with the group? #SAChat
FT- 2/2 My mentors have literally put a roof over my head, fed me, put gas in my car. I hope to pay it forward one day. #sachat
— Taylor S. (@SAHE_SpaceMaker) October 13, 2016
FT: Mentorship is all about making purposeful relationships to further development. Are you willing to do the work? #sachat
— Karyn Dyer (@THEKarynDyer) October 13, 2016
