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Originally Posted by GGCO
Another thing I think is worth mentioning is that if you're planning or even thinking about mentoring while in college, you really should sit down with the mentors of that team and discuss what they expect from you. Just saying, "I'll show up when I can make the time" can be a big (and unintended) disservice to that team who is counting on you fulfilling your agreement.
Anyone have any experience like this?
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My team has dealt with this before. We have a set of mentors who show up to meetings on a fairly regular schedule. We also have a set of mentors (mostly college students) who will show up when they can to provide insight on whatever the problem of the day is. Mentors such as this (myself in the future) don't hold key positions and aren't given tasks that would require regular attendance.
But you make a very valid point that should really apply to all mentors regardless of attendance.