Who Is A Mentee?
A Mentee is an aspiring individual seeking guidance from experienced mentors to fuel and accelerate their growth. Mentee seeks to fuel their growth, whether students, early-career professionals, or those transitioning careers. They actively engage with experienced mentors, seeking guidance, feedback, and encouragement to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Mentees play a crucial role in actively applying knowledge to reach their full potential.
Unlock your full potential with IBIC:
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Empowered Growth: Connect with experienced women leaders who will provide personalized guidance, support, and encouragement as you navigate your career path.
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Boost Your Confidence: Receive constructive feedback and encouragement to build your confidence and help you achieve your career goals.
Additional Information:
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What can I expect from my mentor?
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Your mentor can offer guidance, support, and encouragement as you navigate your career path or personal development goals.
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They can share insights based on their own experience and knowledge.
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They can help you brainstorm ideas, identify resources, and develop action plans.
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They can be a sounding board for your thoughts and concerns.
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What are my responsibilities as a mentee?
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Commit to a minimum 3-month mentorship journey and establish frequency and meeting platform (Google Meet or WhatsApp) with your mentor.
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Compile a comprehensive list of all your career and personal goals and objectives for the initial meeting.
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Collaborate with your mentor to establish clear goals and objectives for your mentoring journey.
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Come prepared to meetings with specific topics or questions to discuss.
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Be open to feedback and willing to learn.
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Take initiative and be proactive in achieving your goals.
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Be open to feedback and willing to learn. Communicate openly and honestly.
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Be respectful of your mentor's time and expertise.
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How often will we meet?
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The frequency of meetings is flexible and depends on your needs and your mentor's schedule.
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Standard meeting intervals include once-a-week, bi-weekly, or monthly. Recommend once a week to ensure continuity.
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Duration for each meeting - ranges from 30-45 minutes
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How long will the mentorship program last?​
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A minimum of 3 months is required to build a solid foundation and achieve positive results. Discuss this with your program coordinator or mentor in the initial meeting.
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IBIC values long-term relationships, and your mentorships can be extended if requested.
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What are the confidentiality expectations?
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All discussions with your mentor will be confidential unless you give explicit permission to share specific information.
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How should I communicate with my mentor?
- All interactions are in REMOTE mode.
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Discuss your preferred communication tool with your mentor during your initial meeting.
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You can use one or more preferred communication tools, including Google Meet or WhatsApp.
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​Be aware and considerate of time zone differences.
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How can I refer someone to IBIC as a mentee or a mentor?​​​
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Referrals are the primary pathway to joining the IBIC tribe.
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Please provide referral details here ​Contact us.
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