Let’s look at some natural barriers or blocks on your own journey towards becoming an effective mentor for others. Pitfalls could be things that you might do, or not do, or habits you might fall into, which will reduce your positive impact as a mentor. Potential pitfalls might include placing yourself under too much pressure, having your own agenda, or allowing the idea of being a mentor to suggest superiority or prestige. You may also struggle with lower levels of engagement or simply avoiding dependency.