How to nudge new believers out of the nest. The goal of mentoring is to lead the beginner through a process of growth from dependence to independence. There are five stages of being a mentor:
1. A teacher.
Disciple is dependent on mentor.
2. A coach.
Disciple is 25% independent of mentor.
3. A collaborator.
Disciple is 50% independent of mentor.
4. A sponsor.
Disciple is 75% independent of mentor.
5. A counselor.
Disciple is independent of mentor.
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