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Sample Agenda for a Regular Mentoring Meeting

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This structured agenda is based on MentorCloud’s “best practices” learned from working with many companies across the globe. It will help your mentoring meetings be productive and successful.

The recommended time is 60 minutes.

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1. Feedback And Update (10 minutes)

Reminder on the importance of confidentiality and respect.
Update on what has happened since the last meeting. Refer to Notes from last meeting.
Feedback from the mentee and mentor on their progress regarding Tasks, Goals and the action plan.
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2. Discussion (40 minutes)

Discussion points to be presented by the mentee.
Questions asked by mentors to clarify the issues or challenges.
Guided discussion on how to address challenges.
Options to address challenges going forward.
Mentor can share experience or advice if the mentee requests it.
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3. Close (10 minutes)

New action plan for mentees.
Update Goals, Tasks and add any new Notes
New action points for mentors.
Preparation for the next meeting: venue, date and time?

When you create a Session, there is an option for your to write down an Agenda. It is best to plan ahead and have a few points of discussion written down for the next meeting.

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Mentoring partners have expectations for each other. The better those expectations are understood, the more likely the mentoring journey will be successful.

Honors confidentiality - Confidentiality is the cornerstone of a mentoring relationship. Nothing can be shared outside of the meeting unless permission is obtained to do so. You can write private messages by going into a current Mentorship and clicking on the Messages tab – other mentors and mentees can’t see these interactions.

Roles - Mentors are there to guide their mentees and provide support. Mentors should try to withhold judgement and keep an open mind. They offer feedback and advice if the mentee requests it.
A mentor encourages and supports their mentee, believing in them and what they can achieve. They may also be willing to open up their network to their mentee. Since mentors usually have experience in the same field as their mentee, they can provide useful real life experiences and observations.

Commits to the process - Both mentors and mentees are expected to come to meetings prepared, on time, and committed to the process. Unless it’s an emergency, don’t change or cancel meetings.

Honest - Mentors are expected to be open, honest and authentic. They commit the time required to build a relationship with their mentee. They give mentees honest feedback and are open to receiving constructive feedback from them.

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