I've never really seeked out a mentor, though I've been blessed with one who I've been with since I was 9 years old. He is like a second father to me.
But I have a question, if we are seeking mentors in professional settings or anything where non-muslims might be your best option, how does "piety" come into play?
Do you just base your decision from the akhlaaq they show from your interactions or what people say about them?
I think in a professional setting what’s most important is character and values and it will differ from person to person based on the level of influence the mentor has on the mentee. If the mentee is pretty sound in themselves and their values, and the mentor’s character and values in work align with their’s, then no problem. Otherwise, I would avoid it.
I have had academic advisors who lived a lifestyle diametrically different than mine, but we were very close and they were very influential and beneficial to me.
Very well penned, jazakumullahukhair.
I've never really seeked out a mentor, though I've been blessed with one who I've been with since I was 9 years old. He is like a second father to me.
But I have a question, if we are seeking mentors in professional settings or anything where non-muslims might be your best option, how does "piety" come into play?
Do you just base your decision from the akhlaaq they show from your interactions or what people say about them?
Allah bless you.
I think in a professional setting what’s most important is character and values and it will differ from person to person based on the level of influence the mentor has on the mentee. If the mentee is pretty sound in themselves and their values, and the mentor’s character and values in work align with their’s, then no problem. Otherwise, I would avoid it.
I have had academic advisors who lived a lifestyle diametrically different than mine, but we were very close and they were very influential and beneficial to me.
I liked it as well, I think I have found a mentor and I am starting to meet with them. Its good to know others out there seek this.