1. Developing Airmen
AF Mentoring Program

2. Overview Air Force Mentoring Program Attributes of a Mentor
Attributes of a Protégé
Benefits of Mentoring

3. AF Mentoring Program Definition (AFI 36-3401)
Mentoring is a relationship in which a person with greater experience and wisdom guides another person to develop both personally and professionally.

4. AF Mentoring Program Assignment of Mentors Mentoring Responsibilities
CCs responsible for robust program
Rater is primary mentor
Mentoring Responsibilities
Active role in professional development
Realistic feedback on performance/potential

5. AF Mentoring Program Key Topics
Professional Military Education & Academic Education
Evaluation and Performance Feedback
Promotion Selection
Military Assignment System
Recognition, Awards, and Decorations

6. Key Attributes of a Mentor
A Desire to Help
Have Positive Experiences
Time and Energy
Up-to-Date Knowledge
Learning Attitude

7. Key Attributes of a Protégé
Committed to expanding capabilities
Open & receptive to new ways of learning and trying new ideas
Focus on achieving desired goals
Able to accept feedback and act upon it
Able to communicate and work with others

8. Benefits of Mentoring Mentor Protégé Challenge
Positive influence on the next generation
Opportunity for self-development
Self-esteem
Protégé

9. Benefits of Mentoring Mentor Protégé
Non-threatening learning opportunity
Support and Reassurance
Develops expertise and technical knowledge
Reaching full potential

10. Summary Air Force Mentoring Program Attributes of a Mentor
Attributes of a Protégé
Benefits of Mentoring

11. AF Mentoring You don’t have to be a superhero, to be someone's hero.
Mentoring, it makes a difference.
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