The difference one letter can make
This blog shows how a letter or two can change the meaning of a word completely. Are you the mentor or the mentee? Check out these three examples!
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Dr. Julia Kirst
1 min read


✨ One Letter, Big Difference:
Did you know that just a single letter can make a world of difference in how much professional power and respect you—or your recommender—command?
Let’s break it down with a few examples:
🎓 Advisor vs. Advisee
Are you guiding someone through a process, offering wisdom, or steering decisions? You’re the Advisor.
Are you the one receiving that guidance? That makes you the Advisee.
💼 Employer vs. Employee
The Employer is the one who hires, leads, and pays.
The Employee is the one who works under that leadership.
🧠 Mentor vs. Mentee
Mentor is the guide, the expert, the one offering their time and experience.
Mentee is the learner, the one being guided.
👀 In resumes and letters of recommendation, make sure you don't mix things up because of one or two letters!