The Effects of Proximity on MentoringGeographical differences are common in mentoring, creating unique mentoring dynamics for partners; seeing your partner face-to-face can impact you differently than only meeting with your partner virtually. Collaboration efforts can be affected by physical proximity, with what is often referred to as the 50 feet (15 meters) rule: People are less likely to collaborate if they are more than 50 feet apart. This does not mean that face-to-face relationships are better than mentoring at a distance; it just means that partners must be aware of potential issues so they can address them.
The reality is that with the ever-increasing use of communication technologies, most mentoring relationships operate outside of the 50 feet rule. As a result, mentoring partners today must be particularly concerned with initiating conversations, establishing common ground, and maintaining awareness.
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