The challenger

The challenger is the role of inviting the mentee a step outside their comfort zone. To reassure is not always to help; sometimes the most valuable thing is to point gently to the place the mentee is avoiding. The mentor makes room for the mentee to question the limit they have set themselves and to try more. When done with warmth, this role does not damage trust but rather makes the mentee feel taken seriously. Support that comes from within can often carry a push.