The benefits to being mentored are no secret. Career guidance, insider industry perspectives, support and skills development are all amongst the advantages of having a strong mentor.

But, a mentor benefits from the relationship as well. Aside from paying-it-forward as a role model, the relationship allows a mentor to develop his or her leadership skills and listening skills – both of which can be a career boost.

And, by simply connecting with each other, both mentee and mentor are expanding their professional network. Regardless of professional experience, everyone has a network. By connecting with each other, the doors to both networks are opened to new opportunities and possibilities.

What do you hope to gain from a mentoring relationship?