Have you ever had a mentor? What did you take from that relationship?

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▸ WHAT IT REVEALS

Learning orientation, relationship with development.

▸ GOOD ANSWER LOOKS LIKE

Specific mentor, specific lessons. Shows ability to learn from others.

▸ RED FLAGS

Never had one and shows no curiosity about it. Or vague answer.

▸ FOLLOW-UP PROBE

What would you want a mentor to help you with today?