• Is there a clear understanding within the organization regarding what “mentoring” means?
  
  
• Will the concept of mentoring be viewed as a “feel good” program or a business strategy?
  
  
• Have you evaluated what it will take to implement a mentoring initiative?

Before an organization (or any area within an organization) makes the decision to begin a mentoring initiative, it is important to determine if certain criteria have been established and considerations evaluated that will ensure its success.  Addressing the issues and answering the questions raised in this tool will sharpen your focus regarding the next steps to implement a successful mentoring initiative.