I had a boss, a couple of years back. A great mentor he was, checking back on my career growth and giving all the necessary tips to continue to excel.
We were about six directly attached to him and he showed the same love, passion, and commitment to us all.
I met this same guy a couple of years down the line and the story wasn’t palatable at all.
He complained bitterly that he reached out to one of us to assist and *Adamu snubbed him. He was bitter, pained and in his words, “after all, I did for Adamu”. I vividly recalled what I said to him “The people you groomed and helped in the past may not necessarily be the people to help you if/when you ever have a need. Be grateful to God for being a blessing to them in the past for so it was meant to be”. I am glad that I could be of assistance to this guy and l remained in touch. He has such a large heart. For you mentees who have grown to become mentors, remember the days of little beginnings and all those that helped shape you into being what you are today. It could be as little as a call, a message, a birthday wish, or a seasonal greeting. Try as much as you can to stay in touch and when you can, if there is ever a need you are aware of and can resolve, reach out to help.
For you mentors who, due to one challenge or the other, you are presently down, your own helpers will definitely locate you but you must keep on rising up even when you fall.
*Fictitious names used, please