Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I choose a mentor? First, complete your profile to inform others in the program about what you're looking to gain out of the relationship. Then we will release your Mentor matches for you to review and send one a request.
• How long will the mentors be available? We ask our mentors and mentees to make commitments of nine months in order to ensure that the mentee is able to fully benefit from the relationship. If a mentor or mentee must leave the relationship early, we request at least one month's notice in order to search for a replacement mentor with similar background.
• What should I do if my mentoring relationship isn't going well?  We encourage letting the mentee know about the situation and contacting a program administrator as soon as possible.
   

Mentee DOs

1. Take a proactive role in shaping the relationship.
2. Understand what you want from the mentoring relationship and communicate your goals and aspirations to your mentor.
3. Set aside time for the mentoring process and keep all scheduled appointments with your mentor.
4. Put the time with your mentor to its best use. Come to your meetings with planned topics for discussion.
5. Respond in a timely manner to your mentor’s suggestions. Respond to emails from your mentor within two days of receipt.
6. Be open and honest with your mentor about your challenges and weaknesses, however your mentor is not your manager.

Mentee DON'Ts

• Ask for advice on everything, this is a relationship focused on career development so focus questions on that and have a purpose in each request.
•Blame the mentor if his or her advice doesn't work out, they are providing guidance and suggestions for you.
•Expect the mentor to know all the answers.
•Commit yourself to obligations you cannot keep.
•Cancel meetings with your mentor at the last minute.