Mentor Directory

Define purpose of the mentoring relationship – COH prep, technical, soft skills, career progression & pathways, or a combination.
• Set expectations (both sides).
• Agree on structure and cadence.
• Build rapport, trust and psychological safety.
• Begin tackling development goals in a structured way (potential for topical packs to be developed and available for use).

• Deliberately maintain engagement to prevent loss of momentum.
• Strengthen the mentor-mentee relationship with continued check-ins.
• Continue productive mentoring rhythm – review whether cadence/communication methods are working or require amendments.

Continue working through development goals in a structured way. Identify any adjustments required to goals or focus areas.

Use real situations for learning/reflection on previous learnings (where confidentiality allows).

• Build problem-solving capability.
• Increase confidence. Relationship should be strong and trusted by this point, providing opportunity for Mentor to challenge the mentee beyond comfort. Without challenge, mentoring becomes just “nice conversations.”

• Reflect on growth and outcomes.
• Consolidate key learnings (document, check off badges).
• Plan next steps beyond the program – whether the Mentor/Mentee relationship will be extended, concluded, or the Mentee reapplies to a new Mentor.

Transition the relationship