I have been very lucky to have long-standing professional colleagues throughout my career. I call them my Coaches, Mentors and Advisors (CMAs) – talented, generous, and helpful people with a passion for community development.
We trust and respect each other
We share a common sense of purpose
We observe ethics of confidence on personal matters
We provide a gentle support base with a sense of accountability
We all have valuable life-work experiences to contribute
We encourage each other and produce amazing work
We are creative and we have a lot of fun
How can you help your colleagues as a coach, mentor or advisor?
Ask probing questions
Reserve judgement
Offer alternative perspectives
Work through creative problem solving
Explore new places together
Listen actively and openly
Observe, edit, give constructive feedback
Celebrate breakthroughs
KIM V WALKER 
This is very well done, Kim — and quite relevant. Good advice for people of all ages and levels of experience. Thanks!
Best, L.