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Are the jobs the same but with different title?

I have often thought about the different title some within the real estate profession have. For example: Instructor, Teacher and Mentor. My thought on each as I think they are interpreted are short and listed below:

Instructor: A monologue given by someone that serves to inspire one to better things.

Teacher: One who dispenses knowledge in a way that begs for interaction with the class and inspires one to ask questions and search for the answers. The teacher then corrects where the student is wrong.

Mentor: A person that knows the ins and outs of the profession. One that has the ability to dispense the knowledge in a way that begs for interaction with the one being mentored. The mentor inspires one to ask questions and search for the answers. The mentor then corrects the one being mentored.

Dictionary.com defines:

Instructor-- A person who instructs; teacher

Teacher-A person who instructs, esp. profession; instructor

Mentor-A wise and trusted counselor or instructor, An influential senior sponsor or supporter.

So let me hear from you on your view of these different titles.

PRIDE

Posted by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate on 05/26/2008 11:11 AM

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13 Comments on Are the jobs the same but with different title?

When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.

I like the word "mentor" because it implies a more constant input. There are things my mentor told me that I wasn't ready to hear at first, but through constant companionship and mentoring, I got it.

Thanks.

05/26/2008 09:11 PM

by Hemet Home Loan Guy, Joey Aszterbaum (Patrion Mortgage)

Joey,

I love the quote "When the student is ready, the teacher will appear". Maybe the titles is the preception of the student as far as the titles go or is it in the mind of the teacher?

Thank you for stopping in and commenting.

Don R.

05/26/2008 09:18 PM

by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate (RE/MAX Discover)

The terms are pretty close in definition. Great time for me to reflect, because I often am in a position to teach and insruct others to go above the call of duty. Thanks for blogging and for the reflection. Lu

05/26/2008 09:35 PM

by Lu Kalaj (The Michigan Group)

Don,

I consider myself to be an instructor and not a mentor. I think being a mentor includes a passing on of knowledge that takes something away from the mentor ... like teaching a son to take over the family business.

05/26/2008 09:38 PM

by Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. ERA United Realty

I think your personal definitions more accurately describe these roles. I don't know of many who go out to look for an instructor when they enter a new occupation.

05/26/2008 09:39 PM

by JoEllen Stranger-Thorsen, Lake County, FL (Catherine Hanson Real Estate, Inc.)

Lu, The terms seem to be very close in definition and sometimes become confusing. My thought is that it is the person standing in front of the class who determines what their title will be.

Don R.

05/26/2008 09:44 PM

by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate (RE/MAX Discover)

Richard,

I like your definition of mentor and it makes the others a little clearer. Thank you for stopping in and commenting.

Don R.

05/26/2008 09:46 PM

by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate (RE/MAX Discover)

JoEllen,

Good points. Thank you for stopping in and commenting.

Don R.

05/26/2008 09:48 PM

by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate (RE/MAX Discover)

I wanted to say "Thank You" for joining Missouri Listings Group. I would love to see this group continue to grow. Thanks again and I alway enjoy reading your blog...

05/27/2008 02:03 PM

by Rick Colburn, Prudential Select Properties (Prudential Select Properties)

When the student is ready, the teacher will appear. Whoa - that is deep! For some reason all I can think of is the Matrix! :)

05/27/2008 08:02 PM

by Leesa L. Finley, REALTOR® (Circa Properties)

Leesa,

I think the quote is a Buddhist proverb quote. You're right it is deep but I think that there is some truth in the saying. Student won't learn when their guard is up, they have to be ready to receive what the teacher has to offer.

Don R.

05/27/2008 08:59 PM

by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate (RE/MAX Discover)

I think that you are quite accurate on your definitions - it makes me think of my life in grade school I had teachers - in college I had professors and now in real estate I have a mentor. It seems to put a lot into prospective. Thanks - I too like the quote "when the student is ready the teacher will appear" - Nice job!

05/28/2008 12:30 AM

by Sunriver Real Estate | Amy Campbell, Broker (RE/MAX Sunset Realty)

Amy,

Thank you for coming in and commenting. I like what you had to say about teacher, professor and mentor.

Don R.

05/28/2008 05:27 AM

by Don Rogers CRS, GRI, Broker/Sales Associate (RE/MAX Discover)