This graphic is a flowchart depicting how a mentee should approach a new potential mentor. The steps are as follows: 1. know yourself and your needs, 2. do homework on the field, 3. do homework on the (potential) mentor, 4. value their time, 5. be accommodating, 6. keep it short, 7. clearly state your goals and needs, 8. ask what you can do for them, and 9. thank them.