In the course of the week I'll be sharing tips and activities that will make your mentoring time exciting...
To begin, here is 10 tips for today..
NOTE!!!!
Not every tip will be applicable to you.. So the idea is pick the ones that fit into your relationship and apply them
1. Ask her to escort you to places. For example go to the market with her or salon etc.. so that you both can have a causal time together.
2. Take walks together and talk about your evnvironment. That will give you an idea on how she views somethings.
3. Go to one of her important events maybe a church program, a school program or even party (BE CAREFUL SHA O! lol).
4. Ask to meet members of her family so that you can gain deeper appreciation for her history and situations.
5. Visit her at her home. Be very sensitive about not embarrassing them, especially if they’re not proud of their situations. Say something positive about their decorations.
6. Introduce her to your family.
Over time, help her figure out how to get the most from you: what you
know how to do, why you want to mentor her, the boundaries you want to set,
and your typical styles of communicating and thinking. Discuss
how to “read” each other and give each other feedback. Tell her about your past, present and future and help them find other mentors besides you.
7. Introduce her to at least two people who could be helpful to her.
8. Buy her a memorable gift; whatever you can afford but something valuable especially something that has to do with her goal. For example if she's writing an exam this year, buy her a calculator or a lucky pen.
9. Have some relaxed time together. Play board games or visit a park. Let her invite their friends to hang out with you.
10. Consciously source for materials that will help her get better. Look online; do researches or ask me.
...to be continued!
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