Mentorship

Find some guidance and share your expertise

Helping people solve their gardening problems can be daunting. How do you know if you're giving people good information, and using the right resources? Working with a mentor is a great way to become familiar with how to diagnose plant problems, and learn how to help people solve their problems.

Mentors are encouraged to review answers and provide constructive criticism. They can share resources, diagnosis techniques, and be a great resources for hard-to-solve problems. Consider seeking out a mentor when first beginning to do this work.

You can work with a mentor in various capacities. Online mentors can review your answers over email to provide constructive criticism. If a mentor is in the same county, you can meet in person or over the phone to discuss answers. How you connect is up to you.

Tips for Mentors and Mentees

• Be open to feedback and willing to learn
• Be kind in your feedback, providing constructive (not critical) criticism of answers
• Provide feedback to mentees within 24 hours, if possible
• If you have any problems with mentorship, email mgweb@umn.edu