This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-be-a-great-mentor-in-5-steps. Here are some crucial steps I believe each mentor should take in order to build a long-lasting relationship with their mentees. Check more stories related to science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/science. You can also check exclusive content about #mentorship, #tech, #relationships, #communication, #mentoring, #career-advice, #tech-careers, #advice, and more. This story was written by: @rachelecarraro. Learn more about this writer by checking @rachelecarraro's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com. Mutual respect, trust, shared ideals, and effective communication are the hallmarks of a successful mentoring relationship. Being a mentor means being a reliable counsellor. It all comes down to being accessible to offer assistance, guide and advise in a manner that makes sense to the person receiving.