This newsletter discusses qualities of successful mentors and tips for mentors to get to know and communicate effectively with their students. Key qualities for mentors include accepting different views, being accessible, consistent, flexible, kind, patient, personally committed, respectful of youth, having a sense of humor, and being willing to listen. When getting to know students, mentors should refrain from judging, find common interests, and start with less personal conversations by asking open-ended questions. Effective communication involves eliminating barriers, acknowledging listening, exercising emotional control, maintaining eye contact, ensuring understanding, and listening for ideas and feelings.