Hand blocking domino blocks from falling Mentors can provide a backstop that enables others to learn from their mistakes but not be devastated by them. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Establishing a mentorship program may sound like a great idea on paper, but as with any type of interpersonal relationship, there are bound to be a few bumps along the road. Kai Williams and Allison De Paoli shared several practical tips for successful mentoring.

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Incentivize

Despite best intentions, mentorship can take a back seat when the work piles up. But the right incentives can help.

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Alan Goforth

Alan Goforth is a freelance writer in suburban Kansas City. In addition to freelancing for several publications, he has written a dozen books about sports and other topics.