IMPORTANCE OF MENTOR e The importance of mentoring relationships becomes evident as we recognize the value of networking and maintaining relationships throughout our professional career. e Agood mentor can advise and support the intern or new employee and help avoid an unnecessary resignation due to feelings of incompetence and isolation. A successful mentor demonstrates and upholds the values and ethics of the profession they represent.IMPORTANCE OF MENTOR CONTD.. A mentor, basically, is someone who serves as a counselor or guide. Many companies have discovered that the use of a mentor for new employees not only helps employees settle into their job and company environment, but also contributes to a lower turnover rate. The use of a mentor may be an informal, short-term situation or a more formal, long-term assignment.